Multan – September 14, 2022: The United States Government, in partnership with the Punjab Provincial Government opened the two-day Private Sector Forum to unleash private sector investment opportunities in key sectors in South Punjab. Hosted at the Mian Nawaz Sharif University in Multan, participants included members of the South Punjab private sector, key government of …
Read More» Lahore, June 14, 2022: U.S. Consul General Lahore William K. Makaneole and Dr. Sarfraz Khurshid, Vice Chancellor, Information Technology University Lahore, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to renew the partnership for Lincoln Corner Lahore for the next three years. The Consul General thanked the Information Technology University for hosting the Lincoln Corner since January 2017: …
Read More» Location: Lahore, Pakistan. Event: Large protests and demonstrations are expected in and around Lahore and throughout Punjab province. The affected areas could include any major highway interchanges and governmental buildings where protests are known to take place, including, but not limited to, the following: Lahore Press Club Liberty Roundabout Punjab Assembly Model Town Shad Bagh Police have …
Read More» Lahore, October 1, 2021: The U.S. Consul General in Lahore William K. Makaneole welcomed 214 students from Lahore, Gujranwala, and Sialkot to the English Works! Program, sponsored by the U.S. Embassy Islamabad in collaboration with the Lahore Institute of Future Education (LIFE). Consul General Makaneole provided digital tablets to all teachers and students in the …
Read More» Lahore, September 30, 2021 — The six-year ATX+PAK Entrepreneurship Program (ATX+PAK), a business development and creative exchange initiative between Austin, Texas, and Lahore, Pakistan, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, closed with a Creative Collaboration Celebration hosted by the Institute of Arts and Culture. Founded in 2015 by the City of Austin, ATX+PAK was …
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Lahore August 23, 2021: U.S. Consul General Catherine Rodriguez, head of the U.S. diplomatic presence in Punjab, departed Lahore on August 14, 2021. Her successor in the role, William “Wil” Makaneole, assumed the position of U.S. Consul General in Lahore on August 21, 2021. A career member of the U.S. Foreign Service and the U.S. …
Read More» Lahore, June 15: – U.S. Embassy Chargé d’affaires a.i. Lesslie Viguerie highlighted the importance of the Punjab region and reaffirmed the value of the U.S.-Pakistan partnership during his June 13-15 trip to Lahore. Chargé Viguerie called on Punjab Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, Speaker of the Punjab Assembly Pervez Elahi and also met with civil society …
Read More» Location: Lahore, Pakistan Event: The Consulate has received reports that protestors at Yateem Khana Chowk may initiate a march from Lahore to Islamabad in the next 24-48 hours. The U.S. Consulate in Lahore encourages U.S. citizens in the city to avoid large gatherings, unnecessary travel, and to remain vigilant of their surroundings. Actions to Take: …
Read More» Location: Lahore, Pakistan Event: The U.S. Consulate in Lahore has received news of the use of teargas and water cannons against protestors at Yateem Khana Chowk. The Consulate urges U.S. citizens in the city to avoid the area and any other large gatherings in the city, and to remain vigilant of their surroundings. Actions to …
Read More» English Access program students’ online Graduation Ceremony for 100 students was held at Gujranwala site managed by Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) on Tuesday. The graduating students completed the U.S. Department of State funded two-year English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) at the Gujranwala site. The U.S. Consulate General Lahore Public Affairs Officer (PAO) Kelly McCarthy …
Read More» U.S. Consul General to Lahore Catherine Rodriguez congratulated 250 students on successful completion of the U.S. State Department-funded two-year English Access Microscholarship English learning Program in Multan. She appreciated the hard work of the teachers, dedication of the students, and cooperation of their parents. During the virtual graduation event, the students shared their success stories, …
Read More» Today the United States Government marked the successful completion of a seven-year initiative to support the dairy, horticulture, and livestock sectors in Punjab. The Punjab Enabling Environment Project (PEEP), a partnership between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Punjab Government, and several private sector partners added more than 16,000 jobs to the …
Read More» The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), today handed over an IT wall to the Health Department to help strengthen the COVID-19 Command and Control Center’s capacity to monitor, analyze the data and effectively respond to cases across the province. USAID has partnered with Pakistan’s federal and provincial health departments …
Read More» Location: Lahore, Pakistan Event: Cricket matches between the Pakistani and South African national teams will take place at Qaddafi Stadium on February 11, 13, and 15 in Lahore. On these days, transit throughout the city and surrounding area may be impacted by congestion, road closures, and an increased security and police presence. U.S. citizens are advised …
Read More» 01/28/2021 04:34 PM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State The United States is deeply concerned by the Pakistani Supreme Court’s decision to acquit those involved in Daniel Pearl’s kidnapping and murder and any proposed action to release them. Ahmad Omar Saeed Sheikh was indicted in the United States in 2002 for hostage-taking and conspiracy to commit hostage-taking, resulting in the murder …
Read More» The United States Mission to Pakistan along with the Punjab Provincial Government opened a three-day private sector forum today to identify opportunities and challenges for commercial and social investments in the region. The forum was organized by the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Punjab Enabling Environment Project (PEEP) through the USAID Lahore Office in …
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Location: Lahore, Pakistan Event: Local Police reportedly will increase their presence at public recreational centers, parks, places of worship, and shopping centers in Lahore over the New Year’s holiday weekend due to concerns that terrorist organizations could use the holiday to exploit soft targets or large public holiday gatherings in the city. The Consulate reminds U.S. citizens …
Read More» Location: Lahore, Pakistan Event: U.S. Consulate General Lahore is aware of a large public gathering expected to take place on Sunday, December 13, near the Minar-e-Pakistan national monument in Lahore, Pakistan. Transit throughout Lahore and the surrounding areas may be impacted by congestion, road closures, and an increased security and police presence beginning Saturday, December …
Read More» Location: Lahore, Pakistan Event: Muharram and Ashura. The Islamic religious month of Muharram begins on August 21. There will reportedly be approximately 300 religious processions in Lahore during the month of Muharram. August 29 and 30 are expected to be the peak days for processions in Lahore. During this period, U.S. citizens traveling or residing …
Read More» Location: Lahore Qatar Airways announced they will operate one flight from Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport on March 25, 2020 to Doha only. Please contact Qatar Airways directly or through your preferred agent to inquire about pricing and availability of this flight, even if you had previously existing reservations. This not a U.S. government operated or funded flight. Availability and cancellations are controlled by the airline. Onward travel to the United States may be difficult as …
Read More» Location: Lahore Press Club (Shimla Hill Circle) Lahore, Pakistan Event: Today, at approximately 1530, a student union is expected to hold an anti-American protest at the Lahore Press Club near Shimla Hill Circle. The protest may cause traffic delays and unplanned transportation disruptions. Increased police presence has been deployed. Cellular service in the city may …
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Lahore – April 29, 2019: Forty young women from Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa completed a two-day U.S. government-funded cricket camp at the National Cricket Academy, participating in activities designed to build leadership skills and encourage healthy lifestyles. “These students are now better prepared to face the challenges life brings and take on leadership roles in …
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Lahore – April 3, 2019: U.S. Consul General Colleen Crenwelge joined Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA) Chairperson Nadeem-ur-Rehman and two implementing partners – the Lahore Institute of Future Education and the DOVE Foundation – for the signing of a memorandum of understanding to provide English language training to 160 …
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Multan – March 19, 2019: U.S. Consul General Colleen Crenwelge highlighted U.S.-Pakistan cooperation on a range of issues and encouraged job skills development for Pakistan’s youth during a March 18-19 visit to Multan. She welcomed students to two new U.S. government-funded English language programs, inaugurated a solar power system supported by the United States, distributed …
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Lahore, February 19, 2019: U.S. Consul General Colleen Crenwelge today awarded certificates to 180 graduates of the U.S. Department of State-funded English Access Microscholarship Program in Lahore. Mufti Raghib Naeemi of Jamia Naeemia and his wife also attended the ceremony, which was hosted by the Access program’s implementing partner, the Lahore Institute of Future Education (LIFE). …
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U.S. Ambassador Paul W. Jones, Chargé d’Affaires a.i., emphasized the importance of the Punjab region and reaffirmed the value of the U.S.-Pakistan partnership during his February 12-13 trip to Lahore. Ambassador Jones called on Punjab Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, discussed opportunities for investment in the region with members of the business community, and met with …
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Lahore, December 21, 2018: U.S. Consul General Colleen Crenwelge today welcomed 25 young women between the ages of 12 and 20 to a cricket coaching camp organized by the U.S. Consulate General in Lahore in collaboration with the Pakistan Cricket Board, the National Cricket Academy, and Galaxy Sports. The program promoted gender equality and women’s …
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Sargodha, December 20, 2018 – U.S. Consul General Colleen Crenwelge today welcomed 125 Pakistani students to the U.S. Department of State-funded English Access Microscholarship Program in Sargodha. The Access program provides English language skills to students between the ages of 13 and 20 through free after-school classes and intensive learning activities related to U.S. and …
Read More» Locations: Grand Trunk (GT) Road, Lahore Ring Road, Allama Iqbal International Airport Event: In anticipation of political rallies, the Punjab Police will shut down those parts of the GT Road where it has access to Lahore City. Police will allow the travel of those who provide justification for needing to enter Lahore from GT Road …
Read More» Location: At and near Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, as well as some main roads leading to and from that area. Event: Pakistan Super League cricket matches will be held at Gaddafi Stadium on March 20 and 21, 2018. Local officials expect heavy traffic in and around Gaddafi Stadium, and have communicated various road closures, including …
Read More» In an event with TEVTA and program implementers on March 1 in Lahore, U.S. Consul General to Lahore Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau welcomed over 100 new students from Lahore and Sialkot to the U.S. State Department’s English Works Program. Chairman Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA) Irfan Qaiser Sheikh also attended the inauguration of the …
Read More» Lahore, December 19, 2017 – U.S. Consul General in Lahore, Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau, reiterated the U.S. Government’s support for further strengthening Pakistan’s health sector at a ceremony marking the hand-over of the first ever province-specific Public Health Supply Chain Strategy to the Punjab Departments of Health and Population Welfare. The event also celebrated the launch …
Read More» Thursday, December 7, 2017 The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Islamabad reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness …
Read More» The U.S. Consulate General Lahore informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations continue to take place throughout Lahore. These protests are an ongoing response to official Pakistani government action being taken to disperse the Islamabad/Rawalpindi-based protests. Some of the confrontations between protestors and police have become violent. All U.S. government employee movements have been canceled today to …
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Lahore November 16, 2017: U.S. Consul General Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau, the Director General of the Walled City of Lahore Authority Mr. Kamran Lashari, the CEO of Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan, Mr. Salman Beg, and representatives of the conservation team, the Masjid Wazir Khan, and the community, officially opened the newly restored Chowk of Wazir …
Read More» Multan, November 4, 2017 – United States Consul General in Lahore, Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau, today awarded graduation certificates to 40 female trainees who have received skills training under the USAID Punjab Youth Workforce Development (PYWD) Project. Also present at the event were USAID Provincial Director for Punjab, Lea Swanson; General Manager Operations, Technical Education and …
Read More» Sargodha November 1, 2017: Over 100 students, 50 girls and 50 boys, graduated in Sargodha Wednesday from the U.S. Department of State-funded English Access Microscholarship (Access) Program. U.S. Consul General Lahore Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau attended the graduation and distributed certificates among the graduates. The Access Program provides English language and leadership training to high school …
Read More» The U.S. Consulate General Lahore informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected to take place at the Lahore Press Club beginning at 14:00 on Friday, October 6, 2017. Several organizations may be demonstrating. Local police anticipate there may be approximately 2,000 protesters. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. …
Read More» Today starting at approximately 16:00, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) political party will hold a political rally at Faisal Chowk / Mall Road. Imran Khan is expected to attend and police believe there will be up to 3500 supporters attending the event. The event is part of the NA-120 election campaign, and the conclusion time tonight …
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Lahore August 17, 2017: U.S. Consul General Yuriy R. Fedkiw visited the Chowk of Wazir Khan Mosque to observe the restoration work completed under the U.S. Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). Mr. Salman Beg, CEO of Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan, the implementing partner for the project, and representatives of the conservation team, were …
Read More» On July 20, Commercial Counselor Steve Knode and U.S. Consulate Lahore Political / Economic Chief Ann Mason traveled to Faisalabad, Pakistan’s third largest city, and met with the Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development & Management Company. Mr. Knode discussed the prevailing commercial and economic climate in Punjab and …
Read More» Media are reporting that an explosion occurred at approximately 1800 in front of the Punjab Provincial Assembly Building on Mall Road at Charing Cross. Media reporting indicates that there were at least 16 people killed and 74 injured in the attack. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid this area. If you are aware of any U.S. …
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April 20, 2016 Deputy Chief of Mission for the American Embassy in Pakistan Jonathan Pratt and Information Technology University (ITU) Vice Chancellor Dr. Umar Saif signed a Memorandum of Understanding April 19 that establishes a partnership between the University and the U.S. Consulate General in Lahore to build a Lincoln Corner on the University’s campus. …
Read More» The United States condemns in the strongest terms today’s appalling terrorist attack in Lahore, Pakistan. This cowardly act in what has long been a scenic and placid park has killed dozens of innocent civilians and left scores injured. We send our deepest condolences to the loved ones of those killed, just as our thoughts and …
Read More» March 27, 2016 The United States condemns in the strongest terms today’s appalling terrorist attack in Lahore, Pakistan. This cowardly act, which targeted innocent civilians in the Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, has killed dozens and left scores injured. The United States stands with the people and Government of Pakistan at this difficult hour. We send our deepest …
Read More» Visiting Cheema Farm 12 kilometers outside of Gujranwala in Kalaske, U.S. Consul General Zachary Harkenrider welcomed the first-ever shipment of U.S. dairy cattle to Pakistan. The 300 Holsteins flew from Miami, Florida in the United States to Sialkot in Punjab and will find homes on several commercial farms in Punjab. U.S. and Pakistani officials worked …
Read More» Chahudry Muhammad Nasir Cheema, Member of the Punjab Provincial Assembly and President of the Punjab Chamber of Agriculture Chaudhry Usman Ali, Executive Director of Global Assets Management Ladies and Gentlemen, Assalam-o-aleikum and good morning. I am honored to be here today to welcome U.S.-bred cattle to Pakistan. Our records indicate that this is the first …
Read More» Representatives from the Punjab Enabling Environment Project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Punjab Agriculture and Meat Company (PAMCO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities for growth in Punjab’s agriculture, dairy, and meat sectors. The representatives from PAMCO and the Punjab Enabling Environment Project pledged to promote …
Read More» Captain (retired) Muhammad Usman Younis, District Coordination Officer Lahore Zeejah Fazli, President of the Foundation for Arts, Culture and Education Distinguished Guests and friends Assalam-o-aleikum and good evening. It is an honor to welcome the Ari Roland Jazz Quartet back to Lahore for their third visit. They arrived yesterday at 5:00 am and, seemingly immune …
Read More» Rana Mashood Ahmed Khan Minister for Education Dr Hasan Shoaib Murad, Chairman National Business Education Accreditation Council, Higher Education Commission Mr. Yahya Khan, Vice President Telenor Pakistan Deans and Directors of Business Schools International Delegates from the United States, South Asia, Europe, and New Zealand. Distinguished Guests Assalamu Alaikum It is an honor for me …
Read More» Dr. Salman Shah, Chairman of the Dairy and Rural Development Foundation Professor Dr. Nasim Ahmed, Dean of Faculty of Life Sciences and Business Management Syed Yawar Ali, Chairman of Nestle Pakistan Mr. Doud Mehman of Engro Foods Mr. Jack Moser, Chief of Party Officials and beneficiaries of the Dairy Project Ladies and Gentlemen Assalam-o-Alaikum, and …
Read More» Thirty innovators from around the world gathered in Lahore for two weeks to develop information communication technology-based solutions to development challenges. Participants presented prototype solutions to health, agriculture, and disaster response challenges today at the concluding session of the Lahore International Development Design Summit. The two-week summit was organized by the International Development Innovation Network, …
Read More» On Monday, I visited the Army Public School in Peshawar out of respect for the innocent children and teachers murdered a year ago. It moved me greatly to be there. It was a horrific terrorist attack that cut short their lives. It shocked the world, just as I know it shocked Pakistan. This week, we …
Read More» The Honorable Minister of Agriculture for Punjab Province, Doctor Farrukh Javed The Honorable Doctor Muhammad Iqrar Ahmad Khan, Vice Chancellor of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad The Honorable Syed Fakhir Imam, former Speaker National Assembly, former Federal Minister, and a distinguished agriculturalist in his own right. Faculty Members, Researchers, Members of the Media and Distinguished …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Zachary Harkenrider and Punjab Ministers for Agriculture and Law Dr. Farrukh Javed and Rana Sanaullah Khan participated today in a groundbreaking ceremony for the $30 million U.S.-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Agriculture and Food Security at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF). UAF and the University of California, Davis will collaborate through this …
Read More» The Honorable Malik Muhammad Rafique Rajwana, Governor of Punjab and Patron of the University of Management and Technology The Honorable Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, National Reforms and Development The Honorable Muhammad Mian Soomro, Ex-Chairman of the Senate and member of the University of Management and Technology Board The Honorable Professor Dr. Hasan …
Read More» U.S. Consul General, Lahore Zachary V. Harkenrider visited the Lincoln Corner at Government College University, Faisalabad, where he gave an interactive presentation on the U.S. federal government and federal elections to an audience of students from several disciplines. Students were particularly interested in the U.S. presidential election which will be held in November 2016. The …
Read More» U.S. Consulate General Lahore in collaboration with Digital Humanitarians organized a series of “Mapathons” to celebrate Geo Awareness Week 2015 with over 117 volunteer students from five different universities. The students used “open mapping” technology to create maps of roads, bridges, and buildings that will assist international response efforts to earthquakes in Haiti and Afghanistan. …
Read More» Ambassador David Hale arrived today, November 18, 2015, in Islamabad. He will present his credentials to President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain at the earliest opportunity. After presenting his credentials, he will begin working with his Pakistani counterparts and the Pakistani people to strengthen American-Pakistani relations, increase trade between the two countries, further enhance our security …
Read More» Honorable Chief Minister Punjab, Mian Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif Additional Chief Secretary Energy Punjab Mhd. Jehanzeb Khan Secretary Water & Power Muhammad Younus Dagha CEO Muzaffargarh Thermal Power Station Rukhsar Qureshi Senior Managers, Colleagues Ladies and Gentlemen Assalam-o-Alaikum and good morning, Today we are commemorating an important milestone along Pakistan’s road back to energy self-sufficiency—the rehabilitation …
Read More» The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director to Pakistan, John Groarke, along with Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif, USAID Pakistan Director Energy Office Ross Hagan, Consul General Lahore Zachary Harkenrider, and other senior USAID and Government of Pakistan officials, inaugurated the rehabilitated Muzaffargarh Thermal Power Station (MTPS) today. The U.S. Government through …
Read More» Mr. John Groarke, Mission Director of the United States Agency for International Development, and Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Tahir Amin performed the groundbreaking ceremony of the USAID-funded Faculty of Education building at the Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan today. Consul General Lahore, Zachary Harkenrider, and Dr. Nizam Uddin, Chairman Punjab Higher Education Commission, as well as …
Read More» Wajahat Saeed Rana, GM, Grid System Construction Colleagues from the Energy Policy Program, Trainees of the National Transmission and Despatch Company Design and Planning Departments, Members of the media, Ladies and Gentlemen, Assalam-o- Alaikum, It is an honor for me to be here with you today to celebrate yet another milestone in our partnership with …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Lahore, Zachary Harkenrider, today inaugurated the USAID-funded Design Department and Real Time Power System Simulator (RTPSS) at the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC), WAPDA House Lahore. The upgraded capability of the Design Department will translate into enhanced capacity, improved work quality, and increased efficiency that will result in quicker delivery of …
Read More» Representatives from the public and private sectors, research institutions as well as farmers and potential investors from the Punjab attended a seminar today to discuss opportunities and challenges in the development of an Olive Valley in the Potohar region of Punjab. The Department of Agriculture, Government of Punjab, and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded …
Read More» In a program sponsored by the U.S. Consulate General in Lahore, two New York City Police Department (NYPD) officers visited Lahore on October 29, where they met with local police officers and students from both the University of Management and Technology and the Consulate’s English Access Micro-scholarship Program. Lieutenant Adeel Rana and Detective Elvis Vukelj …
Read More» The Honorable Chief Minister of the Punjab, Mian Mhd. Shahbaz Sharif Honorable Provincial Ministers Members of National Assembly and Punjab Legislative Assembly, Representatives of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Colleagues, fellow Americans, and friends Assalam Alaikum. I. Welcome to our 2015 National Day Celebration. As you may be aware, we originally planned …
Read More» Dr. Uzma Qureshi, Vice Chancellor Lahore College for Women University; Professor Ismat Hashmi, Principal Government College for Women, Gulberg; Dr. Rukhsanna Nadeem Bhutta, Principal Post-Graduate College for Women, Samanabad Heads of Fine Arts departments Faculty Students, Distinguished Guests, Assalamu Alaikum. It is an honor to join you today to celebrate the artistic achievements of these …
Read More» Consul General Zachary Harkenrider Green Haven Farm, District Okara, Punjab Mian Moazzam Watoo, CEO Green Haven Farm Mian Manzoor Watoo, President Pakistan Peoples’ Party, Punjab Representatives from S&W Seed Company Members of the Media and Distinguished Guests, Assalaam-u-Alaikum and thank you for the warm welcome. It is an honor to be with you here today …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Lahore, Mr. Zachary Harkenrider, visited Okara on October 27, 2015 where he attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Green Heaven Farms as Chief Guest. Green Heaven has recently entered in to a joint venture agreement with S & W Seed Company of Fresno, California for the cultivation of alfalfa in Pakistan. Consul General …
Read More» Mr. Almas Haider, Senior Vice-President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry Syed Imtiaz Bukhari of J.S. Bank Mr. Saleem Bhatti of Khushali Bank Mr. Khurram Hussain of Bank Alfala Ms. Tania Aizaz of First Microfinance Bank Members of the Media and Distinguished Guests Assalaam-u-Alaikum and thank you for the warm welcome. One of …
Read More» Dr. Tallat Naseem Pasha, Vice Chancellor University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Dean Dr. Waseem Ahmed Director CAPRIL Dr. Rana Ayub Faculty members and Management of the Center for Applied Policy Research in Livestock Members of the Media and Distinguished Guests, Assalaam-u-Alaikum; Thank you for the warm welcome. Today is an important day for people …
Read More» U.S. Consul General in Lahore Zachary Harkenrider highlighted U.S. support for small and medium enterprises at an event marking the Punjab launch of the U.S. – Pakistan Partnership for Access to Credit Program. Supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the program will provide credit to qualified micro, small and medium-sized Pakistani …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Lahore Zachary Harkenrider and Vice Chancellor University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Dr. Tallat Naseer Pasha inaugurated the Center for Applied Policy Research in Livestock (CAPRIL) at UVAS today. The center was established with support from the USAID-funded Punjab Enabling Environment Project (PEEP) to promote policy and institutional reforms through evidence …
Read More» Mr. Erik Martini, Acting U.S. Consul General in Lahore, inaugurated a new Faculty of Education building at the University of Education today, highlighting long-term U.S. commitment to education in Pakistan. The building has been funded by the United States Agency for International Development. Vice Chancellor of the Education University Dr. Rauf-i-Azam, Chairman Punjab Higher Education …
Read More» The Aga Khan Trust for Culture-Pakistan and the U.S. Mission Pakistan celebrated the signing of a cooperative agreement supporting the conservation of the Chowk Wazir Khan, a centerpiece of Lahore’s historic Walled City. A grant under the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation will provide USD 1.1 million to reclaim the chowk’s historic urban square …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Lahore Zachary Harkenrider visited Gurdwara Dera Sahib and Samadhi of Sikh ruler Maharaja Ranjit Singh, where he was received by Sham Singh, Chairman of the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, Ramesh Singh Arora, Member of Provincial Assembly, and Siddiqul Farooq, Chairman Evacuee Trust Property Board. In his brief remarks at the site, …
Read More» The Honorable Ahsan Iqbal, Minister of Planning, Development and Reform The Honorable Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed – Chairman of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan The Honorable Dr. Umar Saif–Vice Chancellor, Information Technology University and Chairman of the Punjab Information Technology Board Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen Assalamu alaikum. I am honored to be here with …
Read More» The Honorable Rana Masood Ahmad Khan, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports, Tourism, Government of Punjab The Honorable Shaista Pervaiz Malik, Member of National Assembly The Honorable Sardar Vickas Hassan Mokal, Member of Punjab Provincial Assembly and Chairman of the Punjab Youth Parliamentary Caucus Mr. Mohammad Shahzad Khan, Executive Director of the Chanan Development Association Mr.Qaiser …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Richard G. Olson announced the launch of U.S. Mission Pakistan’s Urdu-languages web sites today during his visit to Karachi. “We now have comprehensive Urdu-language web sites at the Embassy in Islamabad as well as our three Consulates in Lahore, Peshawar, and Karachi,” said Ambassador Olson. Recognizing the importance of providing information …
Read More» The U.S.-Pakistan Youth Councils is an initiative supported by U.S. Consulate General in Lahore to provide youth from Punjab Province with the platform to inform policy makers in the U.S. Consulate about issues of importance to youth and to contribute to the betterment of their communities. The U.S.-Pakistan Youth Councils offers participants the unique opportunity …
Read More» The U.S. Mission in Pakistan strongly condemns the terrorist attack on Punjab Home Minister Col (r) Shuja Khanzada’s offices in Attock and extends its deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of the victims of Sunday’s violence. Such blatant disregard for human life is unacceptable and contrary to the aspirations of the Pakistani people for …
Read More» Remarks to Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center APPNA President, Dr. Mubashir Rana, Dr. Asif Mahmoud, Members of the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen: Thank you for giving me the opportunity to speak to you tonight. I …
Read More» On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send warm wishes and congratulations to Pakistan as you commemorate 68 years of independence. The United States and Pakistan have a broad and deep partnership based on shared values and interests. As Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah said, “If we want to make …
Read More» On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send our best wishes to the people and the government of Pakistan as you celebrate your Independence Day this August 14. Today we remember the sacrifice of Muhammad Ali Jinnah and all of Pakistan’s founders, who dedicated their lives for their country. …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson inaugurated a U.S.-government funded information technology lab at the Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) Regional Training Center. The information technology lab will train employees in the latest energy sector technology. Since 2013, MEPCO, with the support of the United States, has adopted new technology that significantly improves customer service …
Read More» Forty-one students volunteered their time today for a “Mapathon” organized by the U.S. Consulate General in Lahore in collaboration with the Information Technology University and the U.S. Agency for International Development. The students used “open mapping” technology to create maps of roads, bridges, and buildings that will assist international response efforts in Nepal in the …
Read More» USAID Director for Punjab Dr. Miles Toder inaugurated the 2015 Pakistan Meat Festival that brought together livestock producers, meat packers, and exporters to network and discuss business development and marketing within the sector. The U.S, government supported the event through the Agribusiness Project of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in collaboration with the …
Read More» I strongly condemn the heinous May 13 attack on a bus in Karachi, which resulted in the deaths of dozens of members of the Ismaili community. The American people stand in solidarity with the people of Pakistan and with the global Ismaili community on this tragic day. Make no mistake: There is more strength by …
Read More» Consul General Harkenrider: We are extremely saddened by the death today of Amjad Iqbal Shah, a local contract guard working at the U.S. Consulate General in Lahore. Mr. Shah suffered serious injuries when his firearm discharged while he was on duty. He was immediately taken to a local hospital, where he unfortunately succumbed to his …
Read More» Mr. Zahoor Ahmed Chohan, CEO of the Gujranwala Electric Power Company, GEPCO Staff Colleagues from the Power Distribution Program Members of the Media and Distinguished Guests, As Salam-u-Aleikum and thank you for the warm welcome! It gives me great pleasure to be here today at the inauguration ceremony of the new Power Distribution Center! This …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Lahore, Zachary Harkenrider and the CEO of the Gujranwala Electric Power Company Zahoor Ahmed Chohan inaugurated a new state-of-the-art Power Distribution Center today. The center has been established with support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to automate the monitoring and management of power flow throughout the network. This upgrade …
Read More» Mr. Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Energy) Government of the Punjab; Mr. Qaisar Zaman, CEO, Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO); Mission Director Greg Gottlieb; Mr. Saqib Jamal, Principal of the Regional Training Center; LESCO Staff; Colleagues from the Power Distribution Program; Members of the Media and Distinguished Guests–Asalam-u-Alaikum! Thank you for the warm welcome! …
Read More» The United States Agency for International Development Mission Director for Pakistan Gregory Gottlieb and CEO of the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) Qaisar Zaman inaugurated an Information Technology (IT) lab established at the LESCO Regional Training Center with USAID’s support. U.S. Consul General in Lahore Zachary Harkenrider and Acting Provincial Director USAID Punjab Maggie Schoch …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Lahore, Mr. Zachary Harkenrider, visited Sialkot on April 2, 2015 where he met with Mr. Nadeem Sarwar, District Coordination Officer (DCO), Mr. Nasir Dogar, Project Manager Independent Monitoring Association for Child Labor, and Mr. Fazal Gillani, President of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the membership of Sialkot Chamber. Consul …
Read More» Dr. Sohail Naqvi, Vice Chancellor of the Lahore University of Management Sciences; Dr. Ehsan-ul-Haq, Dean of the Suleman Dawood School of Business; Saulat Salahuddin, Managing Partner of Pronto Promo Private Limited; Ayesha Ahmad Mansoor, CEO of Mausummery Textiles Pakistan Limited; Dr. Misbah Tanveer, Project Director for the American University – LUMS partnership program for women …
Read More» Principal, National College of Arts Syed Murtaza Jafri; NCA Film and Television Department Head Majid Khan; Distinguished students and faculty of the NCA; fellow guests: As Salam-u-Alaikum, and Good Evening. It’s great to be at NCA. I appreciate the opportunity to address a gathering of such talented artists and young people, and to welcome to …
Read More» Honorable Agriculture Minister of Punjab, Dr. Farrukh Javed; Executive Director, State Bank of Pakistan, Syed Samar Hasnain; Director Marketing Fatima Group, Muhammad Zahir; Director Marketing Dawn Media Group, Masud Hamid and distinguished guests–Assalam u Alaikum. It is an honor for me to be here with you today for this special event. As many of you …
Read More» The United States, with a pavilion at the Dawn Sarsabz Agri Expo, showcased its long-standing support for Pakistan’s agriculture sector. The U.S. Pavilion highlights initiatives to modernize the agriculture sector, improve value chains and market access, increase yields and income for farmers, and ensure the sector’s sustainability. The two-day exhibition in Lahore, inaugurated today at …
Read More» U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan today to launch the first-ever U.S. – Pakistan Economic Partnership Week. Her visit is critical to the United States’ overall efforts to boost bilateral trade and investment with Pakistan. Secretary Pritzker met with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif at his office and joined him in inaugurating …
Read More» There have been inaccurate statements in the media characterizing the operating status of the Consulates General of the United States in Lahore and Peshawar. For clarification, U.S. Consulate General Lahore and U.S. Consulate General Peshawar are open but have a limited operational status, which does not include provision of consular services, as has been the …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. Readout of the President’s Call with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan President Obama spoke by phone today with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan to discuss bilateral and regional issues. The two leaders agreed to continue to work together to strengthen U.S.-Pakistan relations and …
Read More» The U.S. Mission in Pakistan strongly condemns the attack on innocent people today at a mosque in Shikarpur and extends our deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of the victims. The United States stands in solidarity with the people and government of Pakistan in confronting this type of extremist violence. The United States supports …
Read More» Chairperson, Punjab Higher Education Commission, Dr. Mohammad Nizamuddin; Vice Chancellor, University of Veterinary Sciences Lahore, Dr. Talat Naseer Pasha; Professor of Environmental Science, University of Arizona, Dr. Kevin Fitzsimmons; Project Leader, U.S. Department of Agriculture Dr. Otto Gonzales; Country Director, American Soybean Association Pakistan, Dr. Janjua; Distinguished Guests — Assalamu Alaikum. It is an honor …
Read More» Justice (Retd) Khalil Ur Rahman Khan, Chairman Punjab Halal Development Agency; Dr. Saeed Ahmed, Deputy Governor, Islamic Banking Department, State Bank of Pakistan; Mr. Shaun O’Neil, Director, Chemonics International; Mr. Muhammad Junaid, Chief of Party; ladies and gentlemen; distinguished guests– good morning. It is an honor for me to be here with you at the …
Read More» Pakistan’s fish farmers and entire aquaculture industry now have a new resource to encourage success, the Aquaculture Handbook—Fish Farming and Nutrition in Pakistan. The American Soybean Association’s (ASA) World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) produced the handbook through the U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded “FEEDing Pakistan” project. U.S Consul General Mr. Zachary Harkenrider was …
Read More» Representatives from leading banks and potential investors from Punjab participated in a seminar today to discuss investment opportunities in feedlot fattening aimed at enhancing quality beef production in the province. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funded Punjab Enabling Environment Project (PEEP) and the Punjab Halal Development Agency (PHDA) collaborated in hosting the seminar. …
Read More» Pakistan Adviser to the Prime Minister on National Security and Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz and U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry met in Islamabad on January 13, 2015, for the fifth Ministerial level Pakistan-U.S. Strategic Dialogue. The last Ministerial level session of the Strategic Dialogue was held in Washington on 27 January 2014. The Adviser …
Read More» Today, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry landed in Islamabad, Pakistan, where he will meet with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and co-chair the U.S.-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue Ministerial with Pakistan’s Advisor to the Prime Minister on National Security and Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz. The Ministerial, the second since the revitalized Strategic Dialogue was announced during Secretary …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador-at-Large and Coordinator for Counterterrorism Tina Kaidanow, Interior Secretary Shahid Khan, and Foreign Secretary Aizaz Chaudhry convened the latest round of the U.S.-Pakistan Law Enforcement and Counterterrorism Working Group today at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad. The group discussed various U.S.-Pakistan areas of cooperation, including counterterrorism, rule of law, counter-narcotics, and border …
Read More» The United States condemns in the strongest possible terms today’s horrific attack on the Army Public School in Peshawar, Pakistan. Our hearts and prayers go out to the victims, their families, and loved ones. By targeting students and teachers in this heinous attack, terrorists have once again shown their depravity. We stand with the people …
Read More» On behalf of the American people, U.S. Ambassador Richard Olson extends the deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of the victims of Tuesday’s heinous attack on the Army Public School in Peshawar. The United States strongly condemns senseless and inhumane attacks on innocent students and educators, and stands in solidarity with the people of …
Read More» United States Ambassador to Pakistan Richard G. Olson offered condolences on the death of former Ambassador to Pakistan Robert Oakley, who passed away December 10, 2014. “On behalf of the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, I extend my deep condolences to the family of Ambassador Oakley. A friend of Pakistan and a statesman with a distinguished career …
Read More» U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director in Pakistan Gregory Gottlieb unveiled a plaque marking the inauguration of Hope Tower, the USAID-funded Women’s Hostel at Forman Christian College (FCC) here today. FCC Rector Dr. James A. Tebbe, U.S. Consul General in Lahore Zachary Harkenrider and USAID Director in Punjab Jeffrey Bakken accompanied him. The …
Read More» Following a series of consultative seminars, the Lahore Vision 2035document was presented here today, envisioning sustainable development for Lahore that is people-centric, environment-friendly, equitable and inclusive. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Center for Public Policy and Governance (CPPG) at Forman Christian College, and the Urban Unit of the Government of the …
Read More» President of Pakistan, Mamnoon Hussain, today broke ground for a new Faculty of Education building at Islamia University, Bahawalpur, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Representatives from the university and USAID accompanied the President. This facility is one of 16 Faculties of Education buildings that USAID is constructing to train Pakistan’s …
Read More» Ambassador Richard Olson and Power Information Technology Company CEO, Hasan Bokhari, led an inauguration ceremony at the Network Operations Center at the Lahore Water and Power Development Authority Office on Thursday. The facility was established through a partnership between Pakistan’s electricity distribution companies and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). It will serve …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release The United States applauds presidential candidates Dr. Abdullah Abdullah and Dr. Ashraf Ghani for signing an agreement on the formation of a government of national unity. Signing this political agreement helps bring closure to Afghanistan’s political crisis, and restores confidence in the way forward. …
Read More» This was a moment of extraordinary statesmanship. These two men have put the people of Afghanistan first, and they’ve ensured that the first peaceful democratic transition in the history of their country begins with national unity. Americans know very well that the road to democracy is contentious and challenging, but it’s a road that leads …
Read More» The Embassy and Consulate General of the United States of America in Islamabad and Karachi, Pakistan will transition to a new appointment and document delivery service for the non-immigrant visa unit as of August 24, 2014. This new system, which is being implemented in phases at U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide, is designed to be …
Read More» On behalf of the President of the United States and the American people, I send best wishes to the people and government of Pakistan as you celebrate your Independence Day on August 14. Building stronger ties with the people of Pakistan has long been a personal commitment of mine. In the Senate, I was privileged …
Read More» As the holy month of Ramadan begins, I wish the millions of Muslims here at home and so many more all around the world Ramadan Kareem. Ramadan is a time for peaceful reflection and prayer, a time for acts of compassion and charity — universal values and aspiration ingrained in every human heart. Across the globe, Muslims will …
Read More» On behalf of the American people, Michelle and I extend our best wishes to Muslim communities here in the United States and around the world on the beginning of the blessed month of Ramadan. A time for self-reflection and devotion through prayer and fasting, Ramadan is also an occasion when Muslims around the world reaffirm their commitment to helping …
Read More» Jen Psaki Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC The United States condemns the vicious attack on television journalist Hamid Mir in Karachi today, the latest in a series of worrisome attacks on journalists in Pakistan. Freedom of the press, including ensuring that journalists can safely carry out their vital mission, is of paramount …
Read More» Secretary Kerry: (In progress) – it is to meet with Prime Minister Sharif of Pakistan. We – Pakistan and the United States – have enormous mutual interests. We are both striving to combat extremism, terrorism, deal with the challenge of global energy, as well as to provide for the prosperity of our people and deal …
Read More» On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I extend warm wishes to the government and people of Pakistan on the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Lahore Resolution, which laid the foundation for Pakistan’s independence. Building stronger ties with the people of Pakistan has long been a deep personal …
Read More» 10:45 A.M. EDT The President: Good morning, everybody. In recent months, as the citizens of Ukraine have made their voices heard, we have been guided by a fundamental principle — the future of Ukraine must be decided by the people of Ukraine. That means Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected, and international law …
Read More» U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Pakistan Advisor to the Prime Minister on National Security and Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, accompanied by a high-level delegation, met in Washington on January 27, 2014, for the Ministerial meeting of the U.S.-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue. The first Ministerial since the revitalized Strategic Dialogue was announced during Secretary Kerry’s …
Read More» Secretary Kerry: Please, everybody. Well, good morning to all, to our friends from Pakistan, As-Salaam Alaikum. We’re very happy to welcome you here to Washington. A little cold, but at least it’s not snowing today. It’s a great pleasure for me to welcome Mr. Aziz and his team to the State Department for this strategic dialogue. …
Read More» Remarks by the President on Review of Signals Intelligence Department of Justice Washington, D.C. 11:15 A.M. EST The President: At the dawn of our Republic, a small, secret surveillance committee borne out of the “The Sons of Liberty” was established in Boston. And the group’s members included Paul Revere. At night, they would patrol the streets, …
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