In a significant move, Finland reopened its Embassy in Pakistan after ten years, coinciding with the 105th anniversary of its Independence. Ambassador Hannu Ripatti announced the development during a cake-cutting ceremony with Ambassador of European Union Riina Kionka in Islamabad, celebrating this milestone in bilateral relations.
During his opening remarks, Finland’s Ambassador, Hannu Ripatti, stated that the reopening of the embassy is a positive step for both countries. He expressed hope that it would further strengthen bilateral relations by fostering cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, culture, and more.
He said that his country was eager to work again with Pakistan in diverse areas of mutual interests. He further stated that Finland looks forward to continuing collaboration on shared priorities, addressing challenges, and reaffirming its commitment to human rights. “Our partnership will grow stronger as we deliver results for our people and strengthen our democracies to meet the challenges of the years to come,” he added.
The ambassador said that it has been officially announced that the embassy has started its function after ten years of absence on September 1, 2022.
On this commemorative occasion he further expressed his joy on the event of Independence day that the embassy will celebrate its events with enthusiasm in the future after smooth function Pakistan and would enjoy healthy relations in its domain.
The event brought together a diverse gathering of European Union members, ambassadors, and representatives from various international organizations to celebrate Finland’s National Day. Their presence highlighted the significance of the occasion and underscored Finland’s commitment to fostering strong diplomatic and international relations.
