Rev. Shahid M. Paul Holds Key Meeting with U.S. Senator James Lankford

Detailed discussions on human rights, interfaith harmony, religious freedom, establishment of new churches, leadership development, and strengthening cooperation

Oklahoma (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) : Rev. Shahid M. Paul is currently on a visit to the United States, where he is actively engaging with prominent religious, social, and political leaders to strengthen mutual relations and promote interfaith harmony at the international level. During his visit, he held a special meeting with U.S. Senator James Lankford, a Southern Baptist minister, Republican politician, and the senior United States Senator from the State of Oklahoma. Senator Lankford has represented Oklahoma in the U.S. Senate since 2015 and is widely recognized for his advocacy of religious freedom, human rights, and interfaith dialogue.
The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, during which both leaders exchanged views on a wide range of issues, including the protection of human rights, promotion of religious freedom, interfaith harmony, the establishment of new churches, the role of faith-based institutions, and the importance of building stable and inclusive communities. They emphasized that mutual respect, tolerance, and continuous dialogue among people of different faiths are essential for fostering peace, understanding, and long-term stability across societies.
The discussion also focused on leadership development, mentoring the next generation of Christian leaders, expanding church ministries, and strengthening communities through faith, cooperation, and shared values. Rev. Shahid M. Paul briefed Senator Lankford on Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to promote interfaith harmony, religious tolerance, and the protection of minority rights, while highlighting the constructive role played by religious leaders and faith communities in advancing peace and social cohesion.
Both leaders agreed that stronger international cooperation is essential to promote religious liberty, uphold human dignity, and encourage mutual respect among diverse communities. They reaffirmed their commitment to expanding future collaboration in the fields of interfaith dialogue, leadership development, community service, and faith-based initiatives, with the shared objective of promoting peace, tolerance, and brotherhood around the world.