Earlier this month it was reported that the government had appointed 48 prominent business figures as ambassadors at large. In the past, it was normal practice to honour only a few persons with this status. Ambassadors at large were appointed based on having good relations with the diplomatic corps and a stellar reputation abroad.
Such a large number of people receiving this designation is thus very surprising and it is unclear how it will benefit the country. Official protocols are just one of the perks that come with this appointment and with the economy in such dire straits, is this really something we can afford? I think the government should reverse this decision immediately.
Dr Alfred Charles
Karachi
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