Jeffrey Epstein was a wealthy financier and convicted sex offender who had many connections that have attracted international attention. In 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice released millions of pages of documents related to Epstein, such as emails, letters, and internal communications, under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. These documents have been analyzed by researchers and journalists around the world to see if any influential people were mentioned or connected to Epstein.
There are some Pakistani names that have come up in these documents, but it is important to note that being mentioned in an email or a list is not the same as having a personal or criminal connection.
Imran Khan References in Epstein Emails
Imran Khan, a former Prime Minister of Pakistan and founder of the PTI party, has been referred to in the Epstein emails released, but in a manner that is more of a commentary than a reference to a personal or professional relationship. Two prominent references have been confirmed:
Opinion Exchange in an Email
In an email exchange on July 31, 2018, Jeffrey Epstein mentioned Imran Khan in a political context, stating that Imran Khan was “a much greater threat to peace” than other world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkey President Recep Erdoğan. These statements seem to be the personal opinion of Epstein and not a reference to a personal or professional relationship with Imran Khan.
Reference in a 2013 Email
There was a reference in an earlier email from June 2013 to Imran Khan as a “London society lion,” as reported. This was in the context of a United Nations official discussing how international health and diplomatic initiatives (such as polio eradication) might capitalize on his influence in Pakistan. This is how Western interests at the time assessed Khan’s social profile.
What This Does Not Mean
- There is no confirmed evidence of Imran Khan ever meeting Epstein in person.
- There are no records of travel, pictures, or evidence of any kind of interaction or visitation to Epstein properties.
- There is no legal or criminal accusation of Khan being connected to the crimes committed by Epstein.
These are what appear to be tangential or opinion-based comments in larger email conversations.
Shah Mehmood Qureshi Name in a 2010 Email List
Shah Mehmood Qureshi, former Foreign Minister of Pakistan, is mentioned in a 2010 email from Jeffrey Epstein to Jes Staley (former JP Morgan executive). The email was a list of various foreign dignitaries from around the world that Epstein could potentially meet. Qureshi’s name was mentioned under Pakistan.
Important Clarifications
- The email is simply a list of names there is no suggestion that Qureshi actually met Epstein.
- There is no evidence that Qureshi was aware that his name was on this list or that he took part in any proposed activity.
- It is reported in journalistic literature that this was simply a list of officials from many different countries, and that it was probably compiled by the person sending the email, rather than Epstein himself.
Other Pakistan Related References in the Files
The released files include some peripheral references to Pakistan that do not involve specific individuals in substantive contexts:
- In some emails, Epstein was made aware of problems related to polio campaigns in Pakistan (for example, attacks on polio teams), which represented his indirect knowledge of international issues.
- In one email, there was a reference to an arriving shipment of Pakistani clothing, which represented a mundane cultural exchange that had nothing to do with crime or personal connections.
There are no other Pakistani public figures, celebrities, or businesspeople who appear in these files in any verified capacity.
What the Records Do Not Show
Contrary to online speculations and viral social media posts:
- There is no credible evidence of Imran Khan presence on Epstein’s private island.
- There is no official “list of clients” or criminal associates that includes Khan, Qureshi, or any Pakistani individual.
- There are no records of travel, meetings, or financial transactions that link Pakistanis to Epstein’s activities.
Conclusion
The recently unsealed Epstein files that have been made available to the public feature a few mentions that are tangentially related to Pakistan, but these are purely for context and not indicative of any actual connection. There is no actual evidence to suggest that Pakistani nationals were a part of Epstein’s social circle or that they visited his properties or were involved in his illicit activities.
