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Consul General Tariq Karim spoke on “Doing Business with Pakistan” at an exclusive business roundtable organized by World Trade Center-Kansas City during his visit to Kansas City. The event was attended by prominent businessmen, economic policy makers and representatives of think tanks.Speaking at the occasion, the Consul General highlighted investment opportunities in Pakistan, growing economic […]

Consul General Tariq Karim met Mayor Curt Skoog of Overland Park at his Office in Kansas. The Consul General was warmly welcomed by the mayor who briefed him about the city and his major initiatives.During the interaction, they exchanged views on promoting mutually beneficial economic and civic partnership and people-to-people contacts between Pakistan and Overland

Consul General Tariq Karim attended the annual Christmas event organized by the Christ Church of Pakistan (CCP) in Illinois. A large number of the Pakistani-American Christian community members attended the celebration.Speaking at the occasion, the Consul General extended Christmas greetings to the Christian community in the U.S. and around the world. He stated that the

Consul General Tariq Karim attended Human Development Foundation (HDF) annual event held in Napervile, Illinois. The event was attended by a large number of community members and philanthropists. Speaking at the occasion, the Consul General appreciated the HDF for their projects and services dedicated to welfare of the people of Pakistan, especially in the areas

Consul General Tariq Karim gave a talk at East-West University, in Chicago, on “Prospects for Expansion of Pakistan’s Partnership with U.S. Midwest” as a part of the University’s “Perspectives Talk series.”In his remarks, the Consul General highlighted: significance of the Pakistan-US relations; growing economic, trade and cultural ties between Pakistan and the Midwest region; investment

Consul General Tariq Karim received the President and CEO of RUSH (The Rush University System for Health), Dr. Omar Lateef, at the Consulate General. During the meeting, the Consul General appreciated Dr. Lateef’s outstanding leadership and commitment in advancing quality healthcare and fostering innovation at RUSH, which is a leading healthcare institution in the U.S. He

Consul General Tariq Karim attended an arts festival, hosted by the United States Ismaili Arts Midwest (USIA Midwest), at Chicago’s Copernicus Center. The festival showcased the creativity of artists through performing arts, film and gallery works. In his interactions, the Consul General expressed admiration for the talent displayed by the artists while appreciating USIA Midwest

Consul General Tariq Karim visited the RNA Corporation’s Headquarters/manufacturing facility in Blue Island, Illinois. RNA Founder/President Mr. Muhammad Munir Akhtar, an eminent member of the Pakistani-American community, and his team warmly received the Consul General and gave him detailed briefing about the company and its wide range of personal care products.During his meeting, the Consul

The Consulate General hosted a seminar to observe the 76th anniversary of the Indian troops’ landing in Jammu and Kashmir as a ‘Black Day’. The event was attended by a large number of participants. Speakers at the seminar included Consul General Tariq Karim, Chancellor East-West University Dr. Wasiullah Khan, prominent US Human Rights activist Andy

Consul General Tariq Karim attended the annual event of Pakistani-Descent Physicians Society (PPS) in Oakbrook, Illinois. A large number of guests, including Congressmen Danny Davis and Jonathan Jackson, attended the event. Speaking at the occasion, the Consul General commended the achievements and contributions of physicians of Pakistani descent in the U.S., highlighting their outstanding role in