Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia. In a message posted on social media platform X on Tuesday, he remembered her lifelong dedication to the people of Bangladesh and her contributions to the country’s prosperity and development. Sharif described Khaleda Zia as a devoted friend of Pakistan and said that the government and people of Pakistan stand with the people of Bangladesh in this moment of grief. He extended condolences to her family, friends, and the people of Bangladesh, praying for peace for her soul. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also expressed deep condolences over Khaleda Zia’s death through a message on X, praying for the forgiveness of her soul and offering sympathy to the bereaved family.