Karachi: Sindh Culture Minister Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah Meets Iraqi Ambassador Hamed Abbas Lufta

In a significant diplomatic move, Sindh’s Minister for Culture and Tourism, Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, held discussions with Iraqi Ambassador Hamed Abbas Lufta in Islamabad. The meeting focused on promoting religious tourism, cultural exchange, and enhancing cooperation. Minister Zulfiqar Ali Shah advocated for opening an office in Karachi to facilitate pilgrims from Sindh, emphasizing easier access and reducing reliance on travel agents. The initiative aims to streamline travel arrangements, particularly during Hajj and Arba’een pilgrimages, proposing special flights and establishing an Iraqi immigration desk in Karachi. The discussions underscored the historical ties and mutual cultural interests between Pakistan and Iraq, highlighting the need for collaborative cultural programs and economic exchanges, especially in date production, a vital industry for both nations.