Islamabad: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made his first visit to the Foreign Office (FO), shifting the focus towards addressing economic challenges rather than diplomatic matters. With a background in economics, Dar emphasized the need to tackle the nation’s economic woes during his tenure in the Foreign Ministry.
Upon his arrival at the Foreign Office, Dar was warmly welcomed by Secretary of Foreign Affairs Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi and other senior officials. In his inaugural address, Dar received briefings from the Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Additional Secretaries on Pakistan’s foreign policy and key areas of focus.
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During the meeting, Dar highlighted Pakistan’s economic situation and stressed the Foreign Office’s role in resolving economic issues. He emphasized the significance of economic diplomacy and instructed officials to prioritize attracting foreign investment and strengthening economic ties with other countries.