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Islamabad: April 9, 2026 — The Government of Pakistan has approved the appointment of eight Information Group officers to diplomatic press positions abroad, according to an official notification issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (External Publicity Wing).The Prime Minister has approved the postings, which aim to strengthen Pakistan’s external publicity and media engagement in important international stations. The order, dated April 8, 2026 (F. No. 2(3)/2024-EP (ISA)), lists the officers along with their designations and stations.List of Approved Postings:
| Sr. No. | Name of Officer | BS | Designation | Station |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ms. Fatima Sheikh | 19 | Press Counsellor | Moscow |
| 2 | Dr. Sohail Aftab | 19 | Press Counsellor | Berlin |
| 3 | Ms. Zoobia Masood | 19 | Press Counsellor | Washington |
| 4 | Mr. Shabid Ullah | 19 | Press Counsellor | Dhaka |
| 5 | Ms. Sidra Hussain | 18 | Press Attaché | Ankara |
| 6 | Mr. Omar Liaqat | 18 | Press Attaché | (Not specified in table) |
| 7 | Syeda Addila Rubab Kazmi | 18 | Press Attaché | Baku |
| 8 | Ms. Zile Huma | 18 | Press Attaché | New Delhi |
Most of the senior officers (BS-19) have been appointed as Press Counsellors in major capitals including Moscow, Berlin, Washington, and Dhaka. The remaining officers (BS-18) will serve as Press Attachés in Ankara, Baku, and New Delhi.This reshuffle is part of routine diplomatic rotations aimed at enhancing Pakistan’s public diplomacy and media outreach. The External Publicity Wing of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting manages such postings to project Pakistan’s perspective effectively on international platforms.Further details regarding the joining dates and specific responsibilities of the officers are expected to be communicated separately.
