Government to Continue Supporting Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s Case: PM Shehbaz
— July 25, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing all possible legal and diplomatic support in the case of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui. This assurance was made during a meeting with Dr. Fowzia Siddiqui, Dr. Aafia’s sister, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Islamabad.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the government is fully engaged in pursuing Dr. Siddiqui’s case and has been providing diplomatic and legal assistance on his directives. He highlighted the government’s efforts, including a letter written to US President Joe Biden on the matter and the formation of a committee led by Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Azam Nazeer Tarar.
The committee, tasked with ensuring progress in the case, will maintain close coordination with Dr. Fowzia Siddiqui and work towards providing necessary support. The Prime Minister’s assurance underscores the government’s commitment to pursuing Dr. Siddiqui’s case with diligence and dedication.