Diplomatic etiquette was breached when Afghan Consul General Mohibullah Shakir failed to stand during the national anthem at the Qaumi Rehmat Lal Alamin Conference in Peshawar.
As the national anthem began, every participant stood in respect. However, Mohibullah Shakir, along with his colleagues, did not. This act has been deemed a violation of diplomatic protocol.
According to official sources, the Afghan Consul General’s failure to show respect for the national anthem is a clear breach of diplomatic etiquette. The sources emphasized that diplomatic staff are expected to adhere to the host country’s laws and customs during their tenure. The situation has raised concerns about adherence to diplomatic standards. Officials have pointed out that such behavior undermines the respect and decorum required in international relations.