Mamnoon Hussain
12th President of Pakistan
Born
December 23rd, 1940
84 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Pakistan
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Served as the 12th President of Pakistan from 2013 to 2018. Engaged in politics after a successful business career. Joined the Pakistan Muslim League (N) party in the 1960s and held various positions within the party. Elected as President following successful elections held in 2013. His tenure included responsibilities such as overseeing the parliamentary process and representing the nation both domestically and internationally.
Served as President of Pakistan
Affiliated with Pakistan Muslim League (N)
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