CHICAGO: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has emphasized the pivotal role of the Pakistani-American community as a dynamic bridge between Pakistan and United States.
Addressing an event at Chicago Consulate General, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh spoke about various dimensions of Pakistan–U.S relationship, highlighting its strength and potential particularly in the areas of economic cooperation, trade, and investment.
He praised their contributions to strengthening bilateral ties and encouraged them to remain engaged, renew their commitment to Pakistan’s development, and explore and exploit opportunities to invest in its future and promote a positive image of the country.
The Ambassador reflected on the significance of Pakistan’s Defense Day and the enduring spirit of ‘Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos’, which symbolized the resilience of the Pakistani nation and the valor of its armed forces.
At a business roundtable in Chicago, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to expanding bilateral trade with the US in the coming years for the mutual benefit of both countries.
He invited American businesses to explore emerging opportunities in IT, trade, agriculture, energy, healthcare, mining, and minerals.
He affirmed that the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, D.C, along with the Consulate General in Chicago remained fully committed to advancing economic diplomacy geared to positioning Pakistan as a reliable, long-term partner for U.S investors and traders.
Rizwan Saeed Sheikh emphasized the significance of the Pakistan–U.S trade and investment partnership, noting that the United States formed Pakistan’s largest export destination.
The participants discussed ways to improve access to U.S markets, strengthen institutional linkages with Pakistani industry and foster greater business-to-business engagement.
