ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has left for Lisbon, Portugal, to attend the funeral of Prince Karim Aga Khan, according to state run media.
On the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the finance minister will represent the Government of Pakistan at the funeral of Prince Karim Al-Husseini Aga Khan IV and will also attend a prayer ceremony for the late leader.
Prince Karim Al-Husseini Aga Khan IV passed away on February 4, 2025, at the age of 88 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Pakistan to observe day of mourning tomorrow
His son, Rahim Al-Husseini, has been appointed as the new spiritual leader of the Ismaili community.
During his lifetime, Prince Karim Aga Khan oversaw numerous educational, cultural, and economic development projects, positively impacting the lives of millions.
The Government of Pakistan has declared February 8 as a national day of mourning, during which the national flag will be flown at half-mast across the country.