Pakistan, Aug. 11 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved key diplomatic appointments on the advice of Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. The summary for the changes included two new ambassadorial postings. Shafqat Ali Khan, the current Foreign Office spokesperson, will now serve as Pakistan's ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, the present envoy in the UAE, will be posted to Russia. These decisions are part of Pakistan's wider diplomatic reshuffle.

Shafqat Ali Khan is a seasoned diplomat with experience in several key roles. He previously served as Pakistan's ambassador to Poland and Russia. Currently, he holds the position of spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His new role in the UAE is seen...