ISLAMABAD, AUG 26 /DNA/ – Ambassador to the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference (ISC) and Adviser to the Chairman Senate, Ms. Misbah Khar, together with Mr. Tariq bin Waheed, Senior Director-General (SDG) of Protocol, met with Rear Admiral (Retd.) Fred Senevirathne, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Pakistan, and Mr. Christy Ruban, Deputy High Commissioner, at the Sri Lankan High Commission in Islamabad.

The purpose of the visit was to brief the High Commissioner on the upcoming ISC Conference, scheduled to be held in Islamabad on 11–12 November 2025, and to formally invite the participation of Sri Lankan parliamentary leaders. The conference will serve as a unique opportunity for parliamentarians from across the region to exchange views and collaborate on matters of mutual interest.

During the meeting, Ms. Misbah Khar highlighted the objectives of the ISC Conference, emphasizing its role in strengthening multilateral cooperation and promoting constructive dialogue among regional partners. She underscored that the event would provide an important platform for addressing shared challenges and enhancing institutional collaboration.

The High Commissioner reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s historically strong and respectful ties with Pakistan, recognizing the long-standing tradition of bilateral engagement and cooperation. He welcomed the initiative of the ISC Conference and acknowledged its value as a timely platform to further advance Pakistan–Sri Lanka relations.

Both sides expressed their commitment to continued collaboration across diplomatic and security domains. The High Commissioner conveyed his appreciation for the briefing and the invitation, while affirming Sri Lanka’s interest in active participation in such strategic dialogues.