A list of gifts accepted by U.S officials from foreign government sources in 2004 published in the Federal Register last week shows that Pakistan outdid most countries in the world, gifting U.S officials carpets, rugs, shawls, jewelry and antique pieces.
Pakistan's 'gifting' diplomacy starts right at the top with its military ruler Pervez Musharraf presenting Bush with an dark wood table inlaid with bone valued at $ 1400 during his December 2004 visit to Washington DC. He also gave Bush an antique muzzle loader from the 1800s, a cream wool Pakistani coat and hat.
Mrs Sehba Musharraf gave First Lady Laura Bush a gold light and dark pink garnet and pink tourmaline chandelier earrings; and a 17" light and dark pink garnet and pink tourmaline beaded necklace. Full Story
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