Foreign journalists covering the US–Iran negotiations in Islamabad praised Pakistan’s hospitality and culture, contrasting it with stereotypes shaped by Bollywood and Indian media.
Prominent voices like Nadia Bilbassy Charter and Caitlin Doornbos shared positive impressions, calling Pakistanis “amazing people” and expressing a desire to return as tourists.
Analysts noted that the universally positive experiences of visiting correspondents could yield lasting diplomatic dividends for Pakistan’s global profile.