President Asif Ali Zardari awarded the Nishan-e-Pakistan to Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim for his strong support of Islamic causes and his close friendship with Pakistan.
The ceremony took place at Aiwan-e-Sadr and was attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, federal ministers, military leaders, and diplomats. It was mentioned that Anwar Ibrahim admires Allama Iqbal and is inspired by his work.
Prime Minister Ibrahim is known for supporting humanitarian causes and Islamic values, promoting social justice, fighting against global oppression, and working to reduce Islamophobia and encourage interfaith harmony. A state dinner was also held in honor of him and his delegation.
