Mr. Wajid Hassan Hashmi assumed the duties as the Consul General of Pakistan in Melbourne on 27 June 2025. Prior to this, he served as the Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka from August 2022 to June 2025 and as Deputy Consul General at the Consulate General of Pakistan in Toronto, Canada from 2016 to 2020. His earlier diplomatic postings include Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar (2014–2016) and First Secretary at the High Commission of Pakistan in Nairobi, Kenya (2009–2012).
Mr. Hashmi joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2005. At the Ministry’s Headquarters in Islamabad, he has served in multiple capacities, including as Director (President Secretariat) (2021–2022), Director (China), Director (Administration) at the Foreign Service Academy, Deputy Chief of Protocol (P&I), Director at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Assistant Director in both the Spokesman’s Office and United Nations Division.
Mr. Hashmi holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad. His professional training includes courses in diplomacy and international relations at the Clingendael Institute, Netherlands, Foreign Service Academy, Islamabad, Civil Services Academy, Lahore and a Persian language course at the University of Tehran.

Dear Pakistani nationals, members of the Pakistani community in Australia, and our esteemed friends,
I am honoured to begin my tenure as the Consul General of Pakistan in Melbourne as of 27 June 2025. It is a privilege to serve the Pakistani community across the states of Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania.
Together with my team at the Consulate, I look forward to providing effective consular services and fostering deeper ties between Pakistan and Australia. Our goal is to serve you to the best of our abilities and to protect the rights of the Pakistani community throughout this region.

I am inspired by the achievements of the Pakistani community in Australia, whose contributions to society, culture, and education have enriched this great country. Your great success in promoting our shared values and heritage is a source of pride for us.
As we move forward, we at the Consulate remain committed to being a trusted partner for you on every occasion, whether in times of need or celebration. We are here to support, engage, and collaborate in advancing the interests of the community.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank my predecessor for his invaluable service and leadership, and I am honoured to build upon the legacy of those who have served before me.
On behalf of my colleagues at the Consulate, I extend my warmest regards and best wishes to you and your families. Together, we will continue to build a brighter future.

Wajid Hassan Hashmi
Consul General of Pakistan, Melbourne