Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Secretary WPC Expresses Grief over Passing of Dr. Shamshad Akhtar

Islamabad ; Secretary of  Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, Dr. Shahida Rehmani, MNA, has expressed profound sorrow and grief over the sad demise of former Federal Minister for Finance and former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar.

Dr. Shahida Rehmani said that late Dr. Shamshad Akhtar was a distinguished economist and an exemplary public servant whose invaluable contributions to Pakistan’s financial and economic governance will always be remembered. She added that as one of the most prominent women leaders in the country’s economic history, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar played a pivotal role in strengthening financial & economic stability during challenging times.

Dr. Shahida Rehmani further stated that Dr. Shamshad Akhtar’s leadership as Former Finance Minister and Former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan set a benchmark for professionalism, competence, and dedication, particularly inspiring women to pursue leadership roles in the fields of finance, economics, and public policy.

On behalf of the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, Dr. Shahida Rehmani extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, colleagues, and admirers of the late Dr. Shamshad Akhtar. She prayed that Allah Almighty may grant the departed a place in Jannat-ul-Firdous and bestow patience and strength upon the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss.

Field Correspondent Sohail Majeed
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Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.

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