Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has congratulated Ghana’s Foreign Minister and Regional Integration Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey on her election as the new Commonwealth Secretary-General, the 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Sunday.
Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch conveyed Pakistan’s optimism regarding Botchwey’s leadership in a statement expressing confidence that the Commonwealth would continue to gain strength under her guidance.
The spokesperson added, "Under her leadership, the Commonwealth will continue to foster cooperation, sustainable development, and shared prosperity."
The spokesperson also acknowledged the dedicated efforts of the outgoing Secretary-General Patricia Scotland, appreciating her relentless commitment to advancing the goals of peace, prosperity, and development within the Commonwealth community.
The spokesperson further mentioned that Pakistan looks forward to collaborating with Secretary-General Botchwey and all member states to advance the Commonwealth's agenda.