Press Release

Consul General Tariq Karim attended an event: “Jashn-e-Urdu”, which included a number of cultural segments including poetry and short plays. Allama Iqbal’s poetry was also recited. During his interaction with the participants, the Consul General highlighted Urdu as one of the most widely spoken languages in the world with a rich heritage, deeply reflected in […]

Pakistan Day observed in Chicago – March 23, 2022 To mark the 82nd Pakistan Day, the Consulate General of Pakistan, Chicago, organized a simple but dignified Reception today. The event was attended by a large gathering of around 300 guests from all walks of life including senior elected officials, federal/States officials, representatives of Consular Corps,

Consul General Tariq Karim visited Madison, Wisconsin, where he met with President of City Council/Madison Common Council Syed Abbass and other elected officials from State legislature and City Council. He also interacted with members of Pakistani-American community in Madison, and visited a renewable energy plant where he was given detailed briefing. The President of City

Mr. Tariq Karim assumed responsibilities as the Consul General of Pakistan in Chicago on May 16, 2021. He is a senior career diplomat with wide ranging experience in different capacities that include assignments both at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Pakistan’s Missions abroad. Prior to his appointment as Consul General, Mr. Tariq served as