Pakistan, June 25 -- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif paid rich tribute to women diplomats on the occasion of International Day of Women in Diplomacy, calling them a valuable asset to the nation.

In her message, the Chief Minister said that courageous women who have played historic roles in the field of diplomacy are a source of national pride. "When women lead in diplomacy, it becomes a blend of peace and humanity," she stated.

She especially acknowledged the achievements of a visually impaired Pakistani woman diplomat who made her mark at the United Nations with remarkable insight.

Highlighting Pakistan's growing role in global diplomacy, Maryam Nawaz said that at the Anatolia Diplomacy Forum, it was clearly demonstrated tha...