Natalie Baker tours Sialkot Airport, reviews operational standards
United States Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker visited Sialkot International Airport (SIAL), commending its contribution to trade promotion and regional economic development. During her visit, she was briefed on Pakistan’s first privately developed international airport and its evolution from an ambitious concept into a world-class facility.
Baker toured various sections of the airport, reviewing operational standards, passenger amenities, and ongoing expansion and upgrade projects. She lauded the airport’s efficient management, modern infrastructure, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Sialkot’s business community, describing SIAL as a strong example of successful public-private collaboration fueling economic growth.
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In her interactions, the U.S. envoy highlighted Sialkot’s global standing in exports, innovation, and entrepreneurship. She noted that the airport has significant potential to further strengthen trade, investment, and people-to-people connections between the United States and Pakistan. The visit emphasized the role of dynamic regional business centers in enhancing international cooperation.
SIAL Chairman Hassan Ali Bhatti welcomed the U.S. Charge d’Affaires and thanked her for visiting the facility. He reaffirmed the airport’s commitment to expanding international partnerships, supporting regional development, and sustaining its growth momentum.
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Officials from the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan and the U.S. Consulate General in Lahore were also present, marking the visit as an important step toward deeper economic engagement. The visit concluded on an optimistic note, signaling prospects for stronger bilateral ties and improved regional connectivity.
Source: Daily Times