Rasheed Ahmed
Brussels, (Daily Parliament Times): The Ambassador of Pakistan to the European
Union, Belgium, and Luxembourg, Zaheer A. Janjua, held the 7th monthly Khuli
Katchery in a virtual format with Pakistani diaspora in Belgium and Luxembourg.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Janjua highlighted that a group of 5 Belgian
climbers are undertaking a mountaineering expedition in Pakistan, with the
facilitation of the Embassy. He conveyed his felicitation to the Belgian climbers on
successful ascent of K2 and Broad Peak, the world’s 2nd and 12th highest peaks,
respectively.
The Ambassador announced that due to relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions by the
local authorities, the Independence Day ceremony on 14 th August will be held
physically at the Chancery. He said that the ceremony can be attended by all
Pakistanis living in Belgium and Luxembourg by registration.
Referring to the recent devastating floods in Belgium and Luxembourg which caused
severe damage to the lives and livelihoods of the people, Ambassador Janjua offered
his condolences to the victims. He encouraged the Pakistani community members to
assist the flood-affected people in their time of hardship.
Ambassador Janjua also briefed the diaspora about the facilities being provided by
Government of Pakistan for overseas Pakistanis including Vehicle Gift Scheme. He
invited qualified overseas Pakistanis to apply for various high-level professional
vacancies that are available in various institutions of the country.
The Khuli Katchery was organized in line with the vision of Prime Minister Imran
Khan, to maintain close engagement with the Pakistani diaspora and to extend
seamless service delivery.
The event was organized in line with the vision of Prime Minister Imran Khan, to
maintain close engagement with the Pakistani diaspora and to provide seamless
services.
The virtual interaction was attended by a large number of diaspora members from
different walks of life, including students, business, social services, and media.
The community members appreciated the Embassy’s outreach efforts and provision
of efficient consular services.