By Engr Iftikhar Chaudhry
Pakistani Consul General in Jeddah Khalid Majid is playing a key and positive role to facilitate community in all level. In his supervision the ongoing work on new Chancery Building Project is very smoothly.The Project of Pakistan Consulate was inaugurated in Jeddah on December 23, 2024.
The project was inaugurated by the Ambassador of Pakistan to the Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Farooq. Design and architecture of the building represents a combination of Pak-Saudi and Islamic architecture. The Building will be equipped with all modern amenities and energy efficient systems. The project is likely to be completed within a period of one year from the date of inauguration.
This Mission serves approximately 1.8 million Pakistanis in the western region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The new Chancery building project represents the fulfillment of much needed and long awaited purpose built chancery building to serve the community and perform diplomatic function in an appropriate and most efficient manner.
There are some elements in the Pakistani community that, through unwarranted criticism and jealousy, are weaving a web of conspiracies over the construction of the new Consulate building in Jeddah, KSA. However, the truth is that this building is not just a structure; it is a new milestone providing facilities, respect, and support to the Pakistani community. But the real target is the Consul General Khalid Majid who has been tirelessly working day and night for Pakistan and the Pakistani community.
During his tenure, Khalid Majid has played a significant role in strengthening Pakistan-Saudi relations. Under his leadership, the Consulate not only addressed the issues faced by Pakistanis living in Saudi Arabia but also played a major role in increasing Pakistan’s foreign exchange. His greatest strength is that he prioritized the respect of the Pakistani passport and treated every Pakistani with equal importance, regardless of their region, language, or religion. His doors have always been open for everyone.
Mr. Khalid Majid organised a programme on 13th August at the Pakistan Embassy School that was celebrated a joint day for Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Prior to this, the “Halaqa-e-Yaran Watan” used to organize such events, including large-scale functions at Khazama Olympic Pool Club, which were unforgettable, with over 20,000 people attending. Pakistani community also hosted poetry sessions at Saudi German Hospital’s hall that were memorable. During the national event, which was enlivened by the Pakistani restaurant and was attended by key media figures from both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
It is the Consul General’s excellence that he participates in every small or large event and stays involved even despite health issues. Shafqat Mahmood Dhool and his team devote their time to these good causes, and the Pakistani community in Jeddah should be proud that they built the Pakistan Kidney Center in Havelian, which has 50 beds and handles dialysis for 200 patients daily. The Jeddah Consulate truly holds a motherly position for Pakistanis.
Unfortunately, some elements are targeting his services. The person who wrote a letter to the Foreign Minister about corruption is himself involved in such practices, using the Consulate’s building project as an excuse. He is jealous and is pointing fingers at Khalid Majid’s successes. The reality is that a sincere and honest person like Khalid Majid is a pride for any position.
This is a time for us to learn from the examples of Quaid-e-Azam and the Companions of the Prophet. Quaid-e-Azam always taught faith, unity, and discipline, and these principles should still guide our leadership today. The examples set by Hazrat Umar bin Abdulaziz in fighting corruption remind us that leadership should be based on honesty and public service.
The services that Khalid Majid has provided to unite the Pakistani community, serve them, and strengthen Pakistan-Saudi relations will always be remembered. His efforts are a testament that Pakistan’s diplomatic missions are not merely ceremonial, but centers of practical service.
The conspiracies hidden behind the building should be exposed, and those who are envious must understand that hard work and honesty are the guarantees of success.
According to sources , the contractor who complained did so because he didn’t get the contract and claimed submission of lower bid.
Jeddah Consulate is the largest Mission abroad of Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The new Chancery building project represents the fulfillment of much needed and long awaited purpose built chancery building to serve the community and perform diplomatic function in an appropriate and most efficient manner.
