Daily Times

ISLAMABAD: American Ambassador David Hale hosted a group of International Relations students from the University of Peshawar for a lively discussion on the US-Pakistan relationship and the role of diplomacy in promoting peace.

In his remarks to the students, Ambassador David Hale talked about his own study of international relations and its influence on his career. “Diplomacy provides solutions to the most complex of challenges,” he said, “and Pakistan’s next generation of leaders, which you represent, can help bring peace and stability to the region.”

The students’ meeting with Ambassador Hale was part of a half-day programme. American officers briefed the students on the embassy’s work and explained study and exchange programs available in the United States for Pakistani students.

They also had lunch with American diplomats and viewed some of the Pakistani artwork on display at the embassy. “What a wonderful place to work,” said one of the students.

“This was a unique opportunity for my students to speak with an ambassador and gain a deeper understanding of Pakistan’s relationship with the United States,” said University of Peshawar IR Department Chairman Dr Syed Hussain Shaheed Soherwordi.

“The chance to share perspectives with American diplomats shows the strong educational cooperation we have with the United States,” he said.

Published in Daily Times, April 18^th 2018.