Pakistan-origin physician Asif Mahmood elected chair of US commission on religious freedom

Asif Mahmood, a Pakistani-origin physician, has been chosen to lead the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), a bipartisan government body that scrutinizes global religious freedom and advises top US officials. This marks a significant moment, as Mahmood's leadership brings a unique perspective to the commission, emphasizing the importance of addressing religious freedom issues worldwide. His election underscores the value the US places on diverse viewpoints in shaping its international policies.