Iraqi envoy calls on PRCS chairman

Islamabad : Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to Pakistan Hamid Abbas Lafta visited the National Headquarters of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), where he met with PRCS Chairman Sardar Shahid Ahmed Laghari, says a press release.

The two leaders engaged in discussions centred around strengthening bilateral ties between Pakistan and Iraq, with a special focus on humanitarian collaboration and exploring potential joint initiatives to assist vulnerable communities in both nations.

Chairman Laghari provided an overview of PRCS’s wide-ranging humanitarian efforts across Pakistan, notably emphasising the support extended to millions impacted by the devastating monsoon floods of 2022. He highlighted the organisation’s ongoing recovery initiatives, including providing shelter, livelihood support, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) services, and cash assistance for flood-affected families.

Ambassador Lafta expressed his delight in visiting PRCS and praised the organisation’s impactful work under the leadership of Chairman Laghari, especially during natural disasters and crises. During his visit, Ambassador Lafta toured the PRCS library and left a message in the guest book. As a gesture of goodwill, Chairman Laghari presented him with souvenirs and his book, Dastan-e-Azam.