Shafqat Ali Khan Takes Charge as Pakistan's New Foreign Affairs Spokesperson

Senior diplomat Shafqat Ali Khan has been appointed as the new spokesperson for Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Previously serving as Additional Foreign Secretary for Europe, Khan has held ambassadorial positions in Russia and Poland. He succeeds Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, who may become ambassador to France.

In a significant reshuffle within Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, senior diplomat Shafqat Ali Khan has been officially appointed as the new spokesperson, as reported by local media sources on Wednesday.

Currently the Additional Foreign Secretary for Europe, Shafqat Ali Khan has previously served the nation as an ambassador to both Russia and Poland. His appointment is a testament to his vast diplomatic experience, which is expected to serve Pakistan well on the global stage.

He assumes the position from Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, who has held the spokesperson role since November 2022. Reports suggest that Baloch is likely to be appointed as the ambassador to France in the coming months.

(With inputs from agencies.)