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Islamabad:The significant contributions of Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan, the architect of Pakistan’s nuclear program, are being remembered today on the fifth anniversary of his death.
According to Radio Pakistan, Dr. Khan was instrumental in making Pakistan the first nuclear power in the Muslim world and the seventh globally. His efforts were recognized with multiple awards, including being honored twice with Nishan-e-Pakistan.
Born on April 1, 1936, in Bhopal, British India, Dr. Khan’s legacy as a pivotal figure in Pakistan’s defense history continues to be celebrated. He passed away on this day in 2021 in Islamabad.