Born in 1971. Holds a Masters degree in Pakistan Studies. Joined the Foreign Service of Pakistan in 2000. Has served at the Headquarters in different capacities on various desks including Western Europe and EU, India, Russia and Eastern Europe, and Joint Secretary, National Security Division, Prime Minister's Office, Islamabad. Has held various diplomatic assignments in Pakistan Missions Abroad, including Vienna, Rome, and Beirut. He is married and has two sons and one daughter.