A Pakistani-born mayor and seven councilors have been elected in France’s municipal elections, marking a significant milestone for the overseas Pakistani community. In four different municipalities, a Pakistani-born candidate was elected as mayor and seven others as councilors. A total of 16 Pakistani candidates participated in the elections, running on various political party panels.
In the city of Créteil, known as “Mini Pakistan,” a Pakistani-born candidate, Omar Youb, was elected mayor, accompanied by three Pakistani-born councilors. Chaudhry Ahmed Khan Jaliyani was elected mayor in Villier-le-Bel, Naeem Mohammad Chaudhry in Drancy, and Haroon Khan in La Courneuve, who won his third term as councilor. Asad was elected councilor in Arnouville. This development marks the beginning of the Pakistani overseas community’s foray into French politics.
Omar Youb’s historic victory is a testament to the overseas Pakistani community’s hard work, skills, and integrity, which have earned them recognition worldwide. US President Donald Trump has stated that they are talking to the right people in Iran, who want to make a deal. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has said that the hearts of free people around the world are not with the Zionists.
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