The meeting focused on key areas of mutual
interest including U.S.-Pakistan bilateral
relations, trade and investment opportunities
Staff Reporter
Karachi: U.S. Consul General in Karachi, Scott Urbom, called on Faryal Talpur, President of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Women Wing, at Zardari House in Karachi. He was accompanied by Dr. Shelley Saxen, Chief of the Political and Economic Section, and Political Officer Elijah Jatovsky.
The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive environment, focusing on key areas of mutual interest including U.S.-Pakistan bilateral relations, trade and investment opportunities, and the importance of political stability and democratic governance.
PPP Leadership Joins Discussion on U.S.-Pakistan Cooperation
Several senior PPP leaders were also present during the meeting:
- Saeed Ghani, Sindh Minister for Local Government, Housing, and Town Planning
- Jam Khan Shoro, Sindh Minister for Irrigation
- Sohail Anwar Siyal, Former Sindh Home Minister
- Qasim Siraj Soomro, Member Provincial Assembly
- Murtaza Wahab, Mayor of Karachi
Both sides emphasized the importance of continued cooperation, particularly in promoting inclusive and sustainable development. Mrs. Talpur appreciated the U.S. Mission’s engagement with Pakistan’s democratic forces and reiterated the PPP’s commitment to democratic values, women’s empowerment, and regional peace.
Strengthening U.S.-Pakistan People-to-People Ties
The meeting highlights the ongoing efforts to strengthen people-to-people and government-to-government relations between the United States and Pakistan.
