The annual Pakistan Mango Festival hosted by the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, D.C., was a vibrant celebration of culture, flavor, and connection.
As D.C. lifestyle publication Hollywood on the Potomac put it, the event was “a feast for the senses” that highlighted “the golden glow of perfectly ripened Pakistani mangoes”—from fresh mango slices and juices to desserts and regional specialties.
Pakistani mangoes at the Embassy of Pakistan’s 2025 Mango Festival (Credit: Daniel Swartz)
Guests ranged from members of the Pakistani diaspora to American friends, including Mary Bischoping, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs at the U.S. Department of State.
Pakistan produces over 1.8 million tons of mangoes annually, ranking among the top six global producers, and exported more than 80,000 tons in 2020 with a target of 125,000 tons.
In his opening remarks, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh highlighted that “the sweetness of the mangoes reflected the growing depth and significance of U.S.–Pakistan ties.”
Pictured: Pakistan Ambassador to the U.S. Rizwan Saeed Sheikh with Mary Bischoping of the U.S. Department of State (Credit: Daniel Swartz)
With global demand for high-quality produce growing, Pakistan’s mango industry is well-positioned to increase its international presence. By linking cultural diplomacy with trade potential, events such as this offer a taste of opportunity for both diaspora networks and U.S. partners.
