ISLAMABAD (special crosspondent) – President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Chairman of the Senate, the Speaker of the National Assembly, and various senior federal ministers have expressed profound grief over the passing of the former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

In their formal messages of condolence, Pakistan’s state leadership conveyed heartfelt sympathies to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the government, and the brotherly people of Qatar. The leadership highlighted the late Sheikh Hamad’s visionary guidance and his significant contributions to the modernization and prosperity of the Qatari state.

Tributes to Visionary Leadership

Reflecting on the legacy of the late leader, officials paid tribute to his instrumental role in promoting regional peace and fostering international cooperation. This high-level diplomatic engagement follows a period of strengthened bilateral ties, echoing recent dialogues where Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discussed regional peace with the Qatari Amir to further stabilize strategic partnerships in the Middle East.

Prayers for the Bereaved

The Pakistani leadership joined the nation in praying that Almighty Allah grants the departed soul the highest place in Jannah. Furthermore, they expressed their collective support for the bereaved family and the people of Qatar, wishing them the strength and patience necessary to bear this profound and irreparable loss during a time of national mourning.