POLITICS & POLICY MAKING
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif visited the Bangladesh High Commission in Islamabad on Monday to express condolences on the passing of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia.
During his visit, PM Sharif met with the Charge d’Affaires of Bangladesh, offered Fateha for the deceased, and wrote a message in the condolence book. He described Khaleda Zia as a leader who left behind an “everlasting and inspiring legacy” and prayed for her soul, saying, “May Allah Almighty grant the late Khaleda Zia a high place in Paradise.”
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi accompanied the Prime Minister during the visit.
The gesture reflects Pakistan’s respect and solidarity with Bangladesh in mourning the passing of a prominent political figure.