US special representative engages govt, civil society

Islamabad

During a February 17-18 visit to Islamabad, US Department of State Special Representative to Muslim Communities Shaarik Zafar met with government officials, students, private sector representatives, and members of civil society to discuss mutual interests and goals.

“The United States and Pakistan share a strong interest in building a better understanding of each other’s cultures,” Special Representative Zafar said.  “This visit offered me a valuable opportunity to learn more about the steps being taken by Pakistani religious leaders, government officials, and youth to promote tolerance, education, and economic opportunities here in Pakistan.”

Shaarik Zafar engaged in discussions about entrepreneurship and religious tolerance with students at the International Islamic University, Islamabad and the National University of Sciences and Technology.  He also went to the Faisal Mosque, which he previously had visited as a child decades ago.