President Dr Arif Alvi visited the British High Commission Friday to offer his condolences on the sad demise of Queen Elizabeth-II.
On his arrival, he was received by High Commissioner Christian Turner. Recording his comments in the condolence book, the President wrote: “On behalf of the people of Pakistan, with a heavy heart, I express my deepest condolences on the demise of Queen Elizabeth II.
Her sad passing marks the end of a seven-decade-long period characterized by Her Majesty’s outstanding service to the British people and the Commonwealth. Her life was devoted to public service and she discharged her duties with dignity. I will always cherish my memory of seeing her as a 12-year-old when she came to Pakistan in 1961. She was a symbol of modesty, grace and dignity. I once again offer my heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family and the people of Great Britain.”
Later, speaking to the British High Commissioner, the President shared his fond memories of the late Queen’s visit to Pakistan and said that she was a lady of unparalleled dignity and grace. “His unwavering commitment to duty, patronage of charities for the betterment of the underprivileged and ongoing efforts to promote peace around the world were exceptional,” he added.
The British High Commissioner said that the late Queen had a special place for Pakistan and in one of her last messages, she expressed solidarity with the flood victims.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wrote a condolence letter to British Prime Minister Liz Truss, expressing the royal family’s grief over the death of Queen Elizabeth II. “Under her leadership, the Commonwealth became the largest association of sovereign states. In addition to her service to the people, Queen Elizabeth’s presence was a symbol of unity and brotherhood. As the head of the Commonwealth and the United Kingdom, the people of Pakistan Always expressed devotion to him.
The Prime Minister said that he shares the grief of the British royal family, the British government and the people with the entire Pakistani nation.
Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani along with Senators Dilawar Khan and Naseebullah Bazai paid a condolence visit to the British High Commission. Recording his comments in the condolence book, Chairman Senate said, “The death of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain is a great loss to the Royal Family, the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations and the people of Pakistan. In his greatness, we have lost a true friend, dynamic leader and an unparalleled visionary.
