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Consul General Tariq Karim attended the International Festival of Cultures held in Bolingbrook, Illinois. He interacted with the Mayor of Bolingbrook, Mary Alexander Basta, who thanked the Pakistani-American community for participating and enriching the festival with vibrant and beautiful colors of Pakistan.The Pakistani pavilion, organized by the Association of Pakistani Americans (APA), Bolingbrook, exhibited Pakistani […]

Consul General Tariq Karim attended an event hosted by the Pakistani American Association of Naperville (PAAN) to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha. Speaking at the event, the Consul General expressed his appreciation for the Pakistani American Association of Naperville for its efforts to engage the community by providing them a platform. He encouraged the members of the Pakistani-American

The Pakistani Ladies Association in the Midwest U.S. (PLAM), in collaboration with the Consulate General of Pakistan in Chicago, organized an event to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha. The event was well-attended by community members, women leaders, and Pakistani students.Speaking at the occasion, Consul General Tariq Karim extended his Eid greetings to the guests. He highlighted the importance

Consul General Tariq Karim met with a group of businessmen, including representative of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI), to explore opportunities for enhancing Pakistan’s economic partnership with the Midwest region in diverse fields. Emphasizing economic diplomacy as his key priority, the Consul General encouraged the businessmen to avail investment opportunities presented by

Consul General Tariq Karim attended a mesmerizing Qawwali Concert in Chicago featuring the acclaimed Pakistani Qawal ensemble Saami Brothers. The event, held at the South Asia Institute, showcased the rich heritage of Pakistan and captivating performance of the Saami Brothers. In his interaction, the Consul General praised the Saami Brothers for their exceptional talent and dedication

Consul General Tariq Karim attended a community event in Missouri, which was specially joined by Missouri’s Secretary of State, Hon. Jay Ashcroft. Speaking at the occasion, the Consul General highlighted the significance of Pak-U.S. relations, investment opportunities in Pakistan, and the role of the Pakistani-American community. He mentioned that Pakistan’s economic and trade ties with

Consul General Tariq Karim met Missouri’s Secretary of State, honorable Jay Ashcroft, in Missouri. During the meeting, they discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including ways to strengthen Pakistan’s trade and economic partnership with the State of Missouri and the role of the vibrant Pakistani-American community. Chicago, ILJune 9, 2024

Consul General Tariq Karim attended the “2nd Aalmi Urdu Conference-2024 Chicago” in Carol Stream, Illinois. The event, organized by Bridge Media-USA, was attended by poets and literary figures from across the US and abroad. In his remarks, the Consul General highlighted Urdu as one of the most widely spoken languages in the world with a

Consul General Tariq Karim attended an event hosted by The Citizens Foundation (TCF)-USA in Chicago, IL. TCF-USA collaborated with a renowned designer for a fashion show and clothing exhibition featuring Pakistani garments.TCF has built over 1900 schools for 286,000 children in Pakistan, especially in underdeveloped areas. The event showcased exquisite Pakistani garments, highlighting the country’s

Consul General Tariq Karim participated in the launch event of the new product “Tiffen Cake Rusk” by English Biscuits Manufacturer (EBM), a prominent biscuit company in Pakistan. The event held in Illinois was attended by businessmen, distributors and elected officials. Representatives of EBM gave a detailed briefing on the company’s product portfolio, emphasizing their superior