Najmuddin Sheikh, Ex-Foreign Secretary and Envoy, Dies in Karachi
— March 28, 2025
His illustrious career included ambassadorial postings in Germany, Canada, the United States, and Iran, where he skilfully advanced Pakistan’s diplomatic interests.
As foreign secretary from 1994 to 1997, he brought visionary leadership to the role, shaping foreign policy with strategic foresight and mentoring generations of diplomats who followed in his footsteps.
Renowned for his diplomatic acumen, Sheikh was a steadfast advocate for international cooperation, regional stability, and human rights.
“His contributions earned him widespread respect at home and abroad, with colleagues and counterparts alike admiring his integrity, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to Pakistan,” the Foreign Office spokesperson said.
Beyond his diplomatic service, he served on the Board of Governors of the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad, and was a founding member of the Sindh Council of Foreign Relations.
Karachi
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