Strengthening Bilateral Ties in Business, Trade, Jobs, and Education: U.S. Ambassador’s Visit Highlighted Shared Goals of Economic Growth and Respect for Human Dignity
Karachi (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 18th Dec, 2024)
U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome visited Karachi from December 17-18. He reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to strengthening bilateral ties in business, trade, jobs and education during his visit that emphasized shared goals of economic growth, opportunity, and respect for human dignity.
At a dinner with business leaders, Ambassador Blome highlighted the importance of expanding trade and investment by inviting Pakistani businesspeople to participate in the SelectUSA 2025 Investment Summit. He firmly declared: “The United States is committed to supporting Pakistan’s economic development,” stating that our mutual prosperity depends on free, open, competitive markets where trade and investment can thrive.
During his meeting with human rights advocates at the Sindh Human Rights Commission (SHRC), he reiterated U.S. support for advancing religious freedoms and the civil rights of those living in Pakistan: “The United States stands with Pakistan, to safeguard the rights of all citizens,” commending SHRC’s efforts toward this cause.
Ambassador Blome also visited significant sites like the Urban Forest and planted a neem &a moringa tree*, which represent our strong partnership between U.S. and Pakistan, with continued shared commitment to the environment importance of green spaces for people and planet alike as he said: “It’s important that we cultivate this friendship further by contributing positively towards environmental sustainability.”
At a Network of Organizations Working for People with Disabilities Pakistan (NOWPDP), supported by the U.S, Ambassador Blome expressed his commitment to education for all: “Education transforms lives,” and he’s proud supporting educational programs that promote freedom, dignity, equality for everyone.”
The visit also included discussions with Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Governor Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori about enhanced trade, economic relations, U.S investment opportunities in Pakistan to achieve these mutual goals: “U.S.-Pakistan partnership is not just business; it’s a relationship of trust.”
The Ambassador’s visit reinforces the ongoing bilateral ties between United States and Pakistan, emphasizing our shared vision for economic growth that strengthens trade relations while advocating human rights in Pakistani society. As we continue to build this friendship together, let us strive towards a brighter future where democracy thrives through cooperation amongst nations as he said: “We must work hand-in-hand like two musicians playing on the same stage.”
