The Consul General of Pakistan in New York, Aamer Ahmed Atozai, participated in a community luncheon hosted in honor of Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, and Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, Provincial Minister for Industries, Commerce, Investment, and Skills.

The event brought together a large number of Pakistani Americans from various professional sectors, highlighting the diaspora’s active engagement in Pakistan’s development and its enduring connection with the homeland.
Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain, while addressing the audience, emphasized the critical importance of overseas Pakistanis, referring to them as a “valuable national asset.” He reaffirmed the government’s firm commitment to supporting expatriate communities and shared key initiatives aimed at addressing their needs through targeted reforms and enhanced facilitation.

Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, representing the provincial government of Punjab, spoke about ongoing efforts to attract investment and improve service delivery. He outlined investor-friendly policies and initiatives designed to ensure basic services are accessible to citizens across the province.

Consul General Aamer Ahmed Atozai welcomed the ministers and commended the Pakistani diaspora for its unwavering contributions. He noted that the efforts of overseas Pakistanis continue to play a vital role in advancing the economic well-being of both Pakistan and their countries of residence.
