ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari called for stronger international relations on Monday as Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad met him at Aiwan-e-Sadr following his appointment.
Zardari urged greater diplomatic engagement and cooperation with countries worldwide to benefit Pakistan and its international partners.
According to a statement from the Presidency, the president congratulated Ambassador Ahmad on assuming his new responsibilities.
He expressed confidence that the diplomat’s experience and commitment would help advance Pakistan’s foreign policy interests.
Zardari also wished him success in carrying out his duties. Ahmad succeeded Ambassador Amna Baloch, whose retirement from government service took effect on September 17.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar announced Ahmad’s appointment on September 9, after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved it.
Before taking up the assignment, Ahmad served as Pakistan’s permanent representative to the United Nations in New York.
His diplomatic career also included ambassadorial assignments in France and Thailand, as well as service as a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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President Asif Ali Zardari called for stronger international relations and constructive diplomacy during a meeting with Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Monday.
