US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker on Tuesday visited flood relief camps in Kasur, where she met families displaced by the recent floods and expressed solidarity with affected communities.
During her visit, Baker interacted warmly with victims, including children, and reaffirmed America’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s recovery efforts. She also met Punjab Relief Commissioner Nabeel Javed to discuss ongoing emergency operations, noting the provision of US life-saving supplies and appreciating Pakistan’s coordinated disaster response.
Touring camps in one of the hardest-hit areas along the River Sutlej, Baker praised the resilience of displaced families and relief workers, commending the district administration for preventing any loss of life. She assured that the US would remain a steadfast partner in Pakistan’s flood recovery initiatives.
Later in Lahore, Baker engaged with members of the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) as well as young professionals from business, IT, education, arts, and culture. She emphasized America’s focus on boosting economic growth and job creation in Pakistan, highlighting opportunities for technology, innovation, and enterprise to foster shared prosperity between the two countries.