ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has granted financial assistance for the delegation travelling to the United States regarding Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s health and potential repatriation,
According to reports, the approval granted in response to a request from Dr. Fauzia Siddiqui, emphasizing the urgency of bringing Dr. Aafia Siddiqui back to Pakistan.
The Islamabad High Court, presided over by Justice Sardar Ijaz Ishaq Khan, held a hearing in which Additional Attorney General Munawar Iqbal Duggal, a representative from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Fauzia Siddiqui’s lawyer Imran Shafiq, and court assistant Zainab Janjua were present.
During the hearing, the Foreign Ministry’s representative informed the court that visa applications for the delegation had been submitted and were expected to be approved within a week. The government assured the court of its full support for Dr. Fauzia Siddiqui’s efforts.
However, the Additional Attorney General clarified that Senator Irfan Siddiqui, initially slated to join the delegation, would be unable to travel due to personal reasons. Instead, Senator Bushra will accompany the delegation to the U.S.
The court adjourned the case until January 13, pending further progress on the delegation’s efforts and developments in Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s case.
