ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed their grief over the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar. In separate statements, both leaders conveyed their condolences to the current Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, as well as to the government and citizens of Qatar.
According to Radio Pakistan, both the President and Prime Minister paid tribute to Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, acknowledging his leadership and contributions to Qatar’s development and regional peace. The statements highlighted the late Emir’s role in fostering cooperation in the region.