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US Announces Phased Closure of Consulate General in Peshawar

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Diplomatic responsibilities related to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been transferred from the US Consulate General in Peshawar to the US Embassy in Islamabad. This move is part of efforts to ensure safety and improve resource management.

Despite this change, Washington has emphasized that its policy priorities in Pakistan remain unchanged. Engagement with provincial officials and local communities will continue, focusing on economic cooperation, regional security, and shared interests.

The State Department stated that while physical presence in Peshawar is changing, the Administration’s policy priorities in Pakistan remain steadfast. The US Mission will continue diplomatic operations through remaining posts in Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore, reaffirming commitment to bilateral relations between the two countries.

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