In a significant diplomatic event, Pakistan's newly appointed Ambassador to the Russian Federation, Mr. Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, formally presented his credentials to President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin. The solemn ceremony was held at the historic Grand Kremlin Palace on Thursday.
A Ceremony of Commitment and Greetings
During the high-profile event, Ambassador Tirmizi conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes from the leadership and people of Pakistan. He delivered messages from the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan to the Russian head of state.
In his remarks, President Putin acknowledged Pakistan as a close partner of Russia. He expressed appreciation for the expanding cooperation between the two nations across a diverse range of sectors. The Russian leader specifically highlighted progress in trade, diplomacy, commerce, education, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, railways, industry, health, and information technology.
Ambassador's Vision and Distinguished Career
Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi officially assumed his responsibilities as the head of the Pakistan Mission in Moscow on 26 October 2025. His tenure is set to focus on a strategic enhancement of bilateral relations.
The envoy has outlined key priorities for his mission, which include:
- Scaling up Pakistan-Russia cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
- Focusing specifically on the fields of energy, trade, and connectivity.
- Promoting cultural and educational exchanges.
- Strengthening people-to-people contacts.
- Engaging with and supporting the Pakistani diaspora across Russia.
A distinguished diplomat, Tirmizi joined the Foreign Service of Pakistan in 1995. His extensive career includes various key positions at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and postings in Turkmenistan, the United States, the United Nations, and the United Arab Emirates. He previously served as Pakistan's Ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic from 2018 to 2019 and to the United Arab Emirates from 2022 to 2025.
Accolades and the Path Forward
Ambassador Tirmizi's diplomatic excellence has been recognized internationally. In a notable honor, he was awarded the First-Class Order of Zayed II by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. He is also a recipient of the SCO-RATS Award for his contributions within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
This new appointment and the high-level engagement in Moscow mark a concerted effort by both Islamabad and Moscow to deepen their strategic partnership. The focus on practical cooperation in energy, trade, and infrastructure indicates a move towards a more substantive and multifaceted relationship in the coming years.
