ISLAMABAD (Muhammad Saleh Zafar) Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, nominated as Foreign Secretary, says that it is an honor to be given the responsibility of Foreign Secretary in difficult times, the direction of the current foreign policy is a source of pride for Pakistan. I have been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the Foreign Office in a difficult environment that presents challenges as well as opportunities. “I feel honored that the leadership has placed their trust in me,” he told The News/Jung in an exclusive interview from New York on Wednesday evening. I want to work under the guidance of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar to advance the foreign policy with true national spirit. The designated 34th foreign secretary of the country said in response to a question that the direction of the current foreign policy is a source of strength and pride for the country. Pakistan has achieved unprecedented prestige these days by keeping the flag of peace and tranquility aloft in conflict-ridden regions.