Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, His Excellency Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, attended a special Youm-e-Tashakur (Day of Gratitude) event hosted by Friends of Pakistan (FOP) in Los Angeles. The gathering brought together a large number of Pakistani-Americans from across California and Nevada, who warmly welcomed the Ambassador and praised FOP’s efforts in advocating for the interests of the community.
Ambassador Highlights Diaspora’s Vital Role in U.S.-Pakistan Ties
In his remarks, Ambassador Sheikh thanked the Pakistani-American community and Friends of Pakistan for organizing the event. He emphasized the critical role of the diaspora in strengthening bilateral relations and recognized their remarkable contributions in areas such as business, science and technology, education, and culture.
Tribute to Pakistan Armed Forces
Referring to the recent conflict with India as “Marka-e-Haq”, Ambassador Sheikh lauded the courage and professionalism of Pakistan’s Armed Forces in defending the homeland. He also acknowledged the unwavering support of overseas Pakistanis, stating that Youm-e-Tashakur symbolizes national pride, dignity, and unity.
Appreciation for U.S. Ceasefire Efforts
The Ambassador commended the U.S. Government’s proactive role in facilitating the recent ceasefire and welcomed its constructive involvement in seeking a peaceful resolution to the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.
Engagement with the Community
During the event, Ambassador Sheikh interacted with attendees and discussed ideas for further enhancing Pakistan-U.S. cooperation, particularly in the areas of economic ties, cultural exchange, and people-to-people diplomacy.
The event was marked by patriotic enthusiasm and unity, reflecting the deep bonds between the diaspora and their homeland.
