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Pakistan Announces Key Diplomatic Appointments Amid Upcoming Resignation

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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reportedly approved the appointment of Amna Baloch as the country's new foreign secretary, effective on September 9, when the current foreign secretary Cyrus Qazi reaches superannuation age. The appointment marks a significant shift in Pakistan's diplomatic corps, with Amna Baloch, a seasoned diplomat, set to take the reins. Meanwhile, Faisal Tirmizi, the current Ambassador to the UAE, is likely to succeed Baloch as the country's envoy to Brussels and the EU.

Key Takeaways:

  • Amna Baloch, Pakistan's current Ambassador to Brussels and the EU, is likely to be appointed as the country's new foreign secretary on September 9.
  • The post of foreign secretary will be vacant due to the retirement of incumbent Cyrus Qazi.
  • Amna Baloch has extensive experience serving in various capitals, making her a strong candidate for the top diplomatic position.
  • Faisal Tirmizi, the current Ambassador to the UAE, will likely succeed Baloch as the country's envoy to Brussels and the EU.
  • Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, a spokesperson for the Foreign Office, is being appointed as Pakistan's Ambassador to France.
  • Asim Iftikhar, the additional permanent representative to the United Nations in New York, is expected to take over the charge from veteran diplomat Ambassador Munir Akram.
  • Janbaz Khan has been appointed as the new Ambassador to Brunei.

Statistics:

  • September 9: Date when the current foreign secretary Cyrus Qazi will reach superannuation age, making the post vacant.
  • Amna Baloch: 20+ years of experience in serving in different capitals as a career diplomat.
  • Faisal Tirmizi: Currently serving as the Ambassador to the UAE, set to take over as envoy to Brussels and the EU.
  • Mumtaz Zahra Baloch: To become Pakistan's Ambassador to France, marking her first ambassadorial appointment.
  • Asim Iftikhar: To take over the charge from Ambassador Munir Akram as the additional permanent representative to the United Nations in New York.
  • Janbaz Khan: Appointed as the new Ambassador to Brunei.

Sources:

  • Official sources in Islamabad on Wednesday
  • The Express Tribune
  • Foreign Office spokesperson
  • Prime Minister Office

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