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When it comes to creating an impact in the world of politics, maintaining a professional attitude reflects a lot about a leader. For example, Quaid-e-Azam was firm on his dressing code while making sure a statesman of his level was giving a decent impression.
The newly elected prime minister of Pakistan, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi attended the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday. The PM had the honor of meeting leaders of the world along with other UN honorary personalities. Given how big the event was, Abbasi didn’t quite lead a professional impression based on his dressing.
Seen Without a Tie, a Man at Position Definitely Seemed Under-dressed!
Honoured to meet PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi. We are in agreement that the future of Pakistan relies on education. #UNGA17 pic.twitter.com/rtd5iN5pR6
— Malala (@Malala) September 20, 2017
While political gatherings reflect more than being a fashionista when it comes to a formal gathering, having your collar wide open not only seems informal but also gives a very bad impression among the leaders of the world who are dressed as sharp as one could imagine.
If the PM was not comfortable in wearing a tie, he could’ve opted for the local dress code – a sherwani. Not only that proves how significant the man feels about representing his country but would’ve also given all the right impressions. Even if not a sherwani, wearing a complete 3-piece suit, by including a waistcoat would’ve sufficed.
Our previous presidents have been really sharp towards their dressing and it makes complete sense. Going in front of the international leaders and figures and addressing them is a serious matter, especially when people will take you seriously and the aesthetics hold a lot of value in that department.
