“Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday, the Presidency confirmed. On arrival at Nur Khan airbase, Prince Rahim was received by President Asif Ali Zardari. The Aga Khan received an honour guard at President House, where he was flanked by President Asif Ali Zardari as the national anthem was played. According to a statement, the Aga Khan is visiting Pakistan from May 20-26. Among his many engagements, he is expected to meet officials from the governent and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) in the federal capital. Preparations in GB have reached fever pitch, prompting a large-scale mobilisation of federal and regional resources, officials said on Friday. More to follow
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