Islamabad: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar undertook a visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday, where he engaged in a high-profile briefing session focused on Pakistan’s foreign policy. The prime minister was accorded a gracious welcome by Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and senior officials upon his arrival at the ministry.
During the visit, Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi presented an exhaustive overview of Pakistan’s foreign policy landscape to Prime Minister Kakar. The briefing encompassed an array of pivotal subjects, including the nation’s diplomatic relations on the global stage, the operational intricacies of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recent diplomatic initiatives designed to bolster international partnerships, and strategic priorities vis-à-vis the ever-evolving regional and global dynamics.
A significant emphasis was placed on the Ministry’s concerted efforts to engage and serve the interests of the Pakistani diaspora residing abroad. The discussion further delved into the vital role of seamless coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other pertinent government departments. This coordination aims to facilitate the multifaceted needs of the diaspora while concurrently aligning foreign policy objectives, national security imperatives, and economic pursuits.
Prime Minister Kakar, in response, articulated his vision for an agile and responsive foreign policy framework, one that is dedicated to enhancing bilateral and multilateral relationships for Pakistan. The prime minister provided explicit directives aimed at fostering deeper engagement with the Pakistani diaspora. He underscored the substantial potential of this demographic in contributing positively to the nation’s growth trajectory and enhancing its global influence.
Commending the robust role played by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the commendable efforts of Pakistani diplomats in safeguarding and advancing national interests overseas, Prime Minister Kakar conveyed his profound appreciation. He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to a sustained partnership with the Ministry to ensure the effective execution of pivotal foreign policy decisions in strategically significant domains.
The prime minister’s visit underscores the administration’s unwavering resolve to pursue an active and astute foreign policy paradigm, one that remains closely aligned with the evolving global landscape. This approach is poised to further fortify Pakistan’s international standing and resonance across the global arena.
