Karachi � U.S. Charg� d�affaires a.i. Angela Aggeler visited the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and paid her respects to the founder of Pakistan.�Ms. Aggeler laid a floral wreath at the mausoleum and signed the guestbook on behalf of the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad. She also visited the tombs of Liaquat Ali Khan, Pakistan�s first Prime Minister and Fatima Jinnah, Jinnah�s sister.
In the guestbook, Ms. Aggeler noted, �It is an honor to visit Mazar-e-Quaid, a fitting testament to a great leader who believed in a democratic, tolerant, and unified Pakistan.� On behalf of the people of the United States, I would like to express my esteem and respect for Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the foundation he set for the continued partnership between our two nations.� Thank you for the opportunity to reflect upon his unique vision and the continuing importance to all of us as we work toward a strong and peaceful Pakistan.�
