Rawalpindi (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 27 March 2026) Chairman of the Association Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Othman Shawkat attended a prestigious dinner hosted by Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh in Pakistan House, Washington DC, in connection with Pakistan Day celebrations, said a press release issued here by RCCI on Thursday.
Upon its arrival, the RCCI delegation, representing various sectors and led by President Othman Shawkat, received a warm welcome from the host and organizers. The ceremony included prominent officials and employees of the US State Department, and prominent media representatives a job and leaders and members of the Pakistani diaspora.
In his speech during the ceremony, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh stressed that the Pakistani nation faced all the challenges in its history with courage and resilience.
He stressed that the partnership between Pakistan and the United States is not only historic, but also very important, positive and fruitful.
He further stated that Pakistan was among the countries most affected by terrorism and continues to bear the burden of combating it. The Ambassador emphasized Pakistan’s vital role in promoting regional peace and stability, and stressed the need for close political and economic cooperation between the two countries. He reiterated that Pakistan is fully prepared to play a strong and effective role at the regional and global levels through its ability and efficiency.
The event concluded on a positive note, reinforcing the importance of strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing engagement between Pakistan and the United States across multiple sectors.