ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday welcomed Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on assuming office as Pakistan’s new foreign secretary, expressing confidence that his diplomatic experience would help advance the country’s foreign policy interests and strengthen relations with the international community.
President Stresses Strengthening of Pakistan’s Foreign Relations
Foreign Secretary Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr today.
The President congratulated Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on assuming his new assignment and expressed confidence that he would bring his experience and commitment to advancing Pakistan’s foreign policy interests. He emphasised the importance of strengthening Pakistan’s relations with countries around the world, promoting constructive diplomatic engagement and advancing mutually beneficial cooperation.
The President wished the Foreign Secretary success in the discharge of his responsibilities.
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— The President of Pakistan (@PresOfPakistan) October 12, 2026
During a meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the president congratulated the foreign secretary on his new assignment and voiced confidence in his commitment and ability to serve Pakistan’s diplomatic priorities, according to a Presidency news release.
President calls for stronger diplomatic engagement
President Zardari emphasised the importance of strengthening Pakistan’s relations with countries around the world, promoting constructive diplomatic engagement and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation.
He also wished Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad success in carrying out his responsibilities as the country’s top career diplomat.
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Ishaq Dar welcomes foreign secretary at ministry
Separately, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Monday after the latter formally assumed charge at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Foreign Secretary Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today upon formally assuming charge at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The DPM/FM appreciated Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad’s contributions during his tenure as Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York and wished him success in his new responsibilities.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) October 12, 2026
Dar appreciated Ahmad’s contributions during his tenure as Pakistan’s permanent representative to the United Nations in New York and wished him success in his new responsibilities.
Ahmad’s appointment comes as Pakistan continues to pursue diplomatic engagement with international partners and advance its political, economic and strategic interests abroad.
