Rwandan High Commissioner calls on Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani

MULTAN, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 19th Apr, 2026) Rwandan High Commissioner to Pakistan, Fatou Harerimana, visited Gilani

House, where she was accorded a warm welcome by Senate Chairman Syed

Yousuf Raza Gilani.

During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on the promotion of bilateral

cooperation, matters of mutual interest, and the regional situation. The two leaders

reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Pakistan–Rwanda relations at both

bilateral and multilateral levels.

Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani stated that the historic city of Multan

is over 5,000 years old and holds a unique identity as the “City of Saints.” He highlighted

Multan’s rich cultural heritage, Sufi traditions, historic shrines, and its world-famous

blue pottery, which continues to attract global admiration.

He further said that Pakistan and Rwanda enjoy cordial relations and stressed

the need for enhancing cooperation in diverse fields. He added that Pakistan

places special importance on strengthening ties with African countries and aims

to expand engagement through shared experiences.

He also announced that

a Pakistani delegation would soon visit Rwanda.

The Chairman noted that during his tenure as Minister for Tourism, significant

steps were taken to promote tourism in South Punjab, including Multan, and

that foreign tourists were provided foolproof security during his time as Prime Minister.

The Rwandan High Commissioner expressed her gratitude for the warm hospitality

and said it was her first visit to Multan. She appreciated the city’s historical landmarks

and praised its renowned blue pottery, calling her visit a memorable experience.

She also planted a sapling at Gilani House and showed keen interest in mango

orchards and plantations.

In response, Chairman Gilani remarked that Multan’s mangoes were world-famous

and highly appreciated globally.

Colonel Shyaka Kajugiro Ismail was also present during the meeting. Other attendees

included Syed Ali Haider Gilani, Ahmed Mujtaba Gilani, Syed Abul Hassan Gilani,

Dr. Javed Siddiqui, Shahid Naseem Khokhar, Syed Hadi Gilani, Makhdoom Syed

Murtaza Gilani, and Umair Khokhar.