Zafarullah Khan Jamali

Pakistani field hockey player and politician

Zafarullah Khan Jamali - Pakistani field hockey player and politician
Born

January 1st, 1944
81 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Pakistan

Links & References

Played as a forward in field hockey, representing Pakistan in various international tournaments. Served as the 13th Prime Minister of Pakistan from November 2002 to June 2004. Focused on economic reforms and strengthening Pakistan's foreign relations during the tenure as Prime Minister.

Represented Pakistan in field hockey internationally

Served as Prime Minister from 2002 to 2004

Initiated economic reforms during premiership

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