Summary He has always been found interacting with the ordinary citizens of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - German Ambassador to Pakistan Martin Kobler who won the hearts of many Pakistanis said he is leaving the country with a sad heart but will be back in the country as an ordinary tourist.
The ambassador who had announced his retirement last month held a farewell brunch on Monday to celebrate his two-year-long stay in Pakistan.
Taking to Twitter, the diplomat shared, "What a memorable farewell brunch with my friends and colleagues!! Thank you all for so much love!! gave my farewell speech with heavy heart. Was one of the best posting ever!! Only 2 days to go!! Will miss Pakistan and her people forever.
Martin also posted a video of his farewell message to the country.
Starting off the video with a Salam, the German ambassador to Pakistan said, “This is, unfortunately, my last message after touring your country for two years. I must say I’m leaving the country with a sad heart but be sure I will come back as an ordinary tourist.”
He continued, “I spent two of the most wonderful years in Pakistan which were professionally awarding but also rewarding in my private life. I discovered so many beauties of your country."
"Despite all the difficulties you might have in the political world, social and economic fields I’m very confident that Pakistan will make away to peace and prosperity,” Kobler added.
He ended with, “I wish you a good future particular the young generation. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful time in your country. “
Ambassador Martin was public figure in Pakistan. In the last two years, Martin Kobler has won hundreds of thousands of hearts for his friendly nature and easy-going personality.
He has always been found interacting with the ordinary citizens of Pakistan. His love for truck art is a known phenomenon and he has been a true advocate of Pakistani culture at all forums.
He was seen cycling in country. People saw him getting a haircut from a local barber. He visited Bari Imam often. Ambassador had a special love for special persons.
Ambassador Martin Kobler also paid a farewell call on President Dr. Arif Alvi at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad on Tuesday.
The President congratulated him on successful completion of his tenure as Ambassador of Germany to Pakistan.
He underscored that since Martin Kobler took over as Ambassador of Germany in August 2017, the bilateral relations between the two countries have gained strength and the interaction in various fields has considerably improved.
He appreciated the efforts of Martin Kobler for promoting bilateral ties and the initiatives he has taken to enhance cooperation and exchanges between the two friendly countries.
