Muhammad Rafiq Tarar
Pakistani politician, 9th President
Born
November 2nd, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Pakistan
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Served as the 9th President of Pakistan from 1997 to 2001. Held positions in the judiciary, including as the Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court. Was a member of the Pakistan Muslim League and actively involved in the party's politics. Played a significant role during his presidential term, particularly in the political landscape of the late 1990s.
Served as the 9th President of Pakistan
Held the position of Chief Justice of Lahore High Court
Involved with the Pakistan Muslim League
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