Nuaman Ishfaq Mughal
Washington: The Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, D.C., held a farewell in honor of Ambassador Masood Khan upon the completion of his tenure as Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States.
In a heartfelt ceremony, Elizabeth Horst, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretary responsible for Pakistan at the Department of State, honored Ambassador Masood Khan for his remarkable contributions as he bid farewell.
“Tonight, we celebrate the legacy of Ambassador Masood Khan, a distinguished diplomat, leader, and advocate for Pakistan and the U.S.-Pakistan relationship,” Horst remarked. She highlighted his exceptional leadership, professionalism, and the quiet yet effective advocacy that marked his tenure.
Martin Raiser, Regional Vice President for South Asia at the World Bank, expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Masood Khan for his significant contributions to fostering a strong partnership between Pakistan and the World Bank.
Reflecting on his transition to Washington, Raiser highlighted the challenges of adapting to a new diplomatic environment. “When I came to Washington, I had to learn to operate in a different diplomatic environment. Ambassador Khan was one of the first to reach out, inviting me to lunch to exchange views,” Raiser noted.
Michael Schiffer, USAID Assistant Administrator, thanked Ambassador Khan on behalf of USAID for his significant contributions to United States-Pakistan relations.
Ambassador Khan’s colleagues at the embassy also praised him for the exemplary standards he set. The ceremony concluded with a note of gratitude and best wishes for Ambassador Khan’s future endeavors.
