High-Level Meeting of Pakistan Public Help Foundation (PPHF) Delegation in the Netherlands — Exploring New Horizons for the Welfare of the Pakistani Community
In the Netherlands, Chairman of Pakistan Public Help Foundation (PPHF) Mr. Nasir Abbas Tarar and CEO Mr. Muhammad Saleem Ahmad Ranjha held an important and result-oriented meeting with Head of Chancery Mr. Muhammad Shafiq Haider Warrak and Pakistan’s Ambassador Mr. Syed Haider Shah.
The discussion focused on the key challenges faced by the Pakistani community, practical solutions to address them, and future welfare initiatives. The delegation briefed the Ambassador on PPHF’s ongoing projects, its vision “Lighting Your Share of the Lamp,” and its diverse social services. On this occasion, the delegation emphasized that:
Through social mobilization across Europe, the Pakistani community can be better organized.
Timely identification of issues can lead to swift and effective solutions.
The younger generation can be inspired to proudly promote a positive image of Pakistan.
Acknowledgment and Encouragement from the Ambassador of Pakistan
Ambassador Syed Haider Shah lauded PPHF’s tireless efforts, stating:
“The welfare initiatives of Pakistan Public Help Foundation are a source of pride for our overseas community and are projecting a positive, progressive image of Pakistan to the world.”
It was further agreed that individuals engaged in philanthropic work in the Netherlands will be honored with appreciation certificates jointly issued by PPHF and the Embassy of Pakistan, ensuring formal recognition of their services. The Ambassador added:
“Overseas Pakistanis are a valuable national asset. Even while living abroad, they remain deeply committed to serving their homeland and community. It is the responsibility of the Government of Pakistan to acknowledge and encourage their contributions.”
“Lighting Your Share of the Lamp” — A Model for Social Transformation
The delegation elaborated on this pioneering program:
In 260 villages of Mandi Bahauddin district, local welfare societies are being established and strengthened through the combined support of overseas Pakistanis, landowners, and generous local benefactors.
By channeling Zakat and Ushr into an organized framework, this model can become a powerful driver of progress, not only in Mandi Bahauddin but across other districts as well.
A Meeting with a Message
This meeting sends a clear signal: the challenges faced by the Pakistani community abroad can indeed be solved — and their future can be made brighter. With collective resolve, visionary leadership, and coordinated effort, this is not a distant dream but an achievable reality.
