Attique Ahmed Khan

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name = Sardar Attique Ahmed Khan


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office =Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir
term_start =24 July, 2006
term_end =24 July, 2010
predecessor = Sardar Sikandar Hayat Khan
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religion = Sunni Islam
party = All Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Conference

Sardar Attique Ahmed Khan also known as Sardar Atiq (b. January 21, 1955, Ghaziabad, Jammu and Kashmir ia a Pakistani Kashmiri politician and President of the Muslim Conference, a political party in AJK. He was elected Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir on July 24, 2006.

Personal Profile

He is the son of Sardar Muhammad Abdul Qayyum Khan, a renowned political, social and intellectual figure, and founding member of “All Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Conference” (a political party established in the year 1932 in British India). Sardar Quyyam has the unique distinction of serving as Prime Minister and President of Azad Government of the State of Jammu and Kashmir. The only other person to have served both the Prime Minster and as the President of the Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir is Sardar Sikandar Hayat Khan.

He holds a Master Degree in International Relations and has studied the Arabic Language at the renowned Islamic University of Madinah of Saudi Arabia.

International Achievements

Ten points proposal presented before the United Nations, OIC Foreign Minister Conference Contact Group in UN HQ’s New York, held on September 20-25, 2006 over the Kashmir issue were adopted by the annual coordinating meeting of the 57 member countries of OIC.

He led many political and diplomatic missions on sensitive regional issues to the United Nations, Middle East, Europe, The United States of America, and Asia and achieved excellent results compatible to the desires of the masses.POV-statement|date=July 2008

Socio-Political Credentials

Elected twice, Member Legislative Assembly (MLA) of the State of Azad Jammu and Kashmir before assuming the office of Prime Minister. As Prime Minister introduced the concept of public-private partnership in the society with exclusive emphasis on equal gender employment opportunities.

Introduced and institutionalized the vision of “Green and Skilled Kashmir” with special emphasis to bring in awareness among general public on global warming, environmental development, youth rehabilitation etc.

Established various new State institutions for common good like Kashmir Bank, Kashmir Highway Authority, Kashmir Cultural Academy, Social Rehabilitation Trust, Kashmir Tourism Development Authority, Technical and Vocational Education Authority etc offering equal gender employment avenues to Kashmiri youth.

As Prime Minister promoted religious harmony among various segments of the society by reenergizing the concept of eco-politico and religious interdependence in globalized world by holding regular “Mosque Kutcheries.”

Refurbishment of party cadres on more democratic and liberal lines by introducing constitutional amendments, allowing extra lebensraum to women political activists.

Introduced new democratic dimensions among Kashmiri youth as Chairman of youth and students wing of All Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Conference by regularly holding elections and ensuring grassroots participation in policy making decisions.

Literary and Media Credentials

Freelance columnist of English and Urdu newspapers with special emphasis on socio-politico affairs. The ideas initiated in print media have been widely capitalized by target audience with far reaching consequences. Participated in various seminars and conferences over socio-politico and religious affairs held worldwide.

Areas of Strength

An articulate communicator with deep insight in conflict management. Excellent command in spoken and written English, Arabic, Kashmiri, Urdu and Punjabi.

A widely read individual with deep insight in political, social, religious and economic affairs of the world.

Proven ability to provide leadership and vision.

Highly proactive and self-discipline.

Views & Thoughts

"In the process, I have successfully managed to bring Kashmir on the radar screens of the world and I am continuously trying to improve its image. I have a vision for Kashmir issue.

I am convinced that this Nation has all potential and all the human capability to be transformed into a progressive, moderate, prosperous Islamic State. We only have put our acts together.

I also have an urge to contribute to the socio-economic emancipation of the Muslim world and towards making the world at large a better place to live in for our future generations.

I lived it and thoroughly enjoy performing creditably. I think, I did not know that there was so much more in store for me."

Criticism

During his first year in office Mr. Khan made many trips overseas. He visited Europe, North America and even South America. It has been obvious that this gentleman was on a "world tour" to put presure on international community for the peacful and viable solution to the Kashmir issue.

External links

* [http://www.pmajk.gov.pk Official website of the PM]

References

* [http://www.larepublica.com.uy/lr3/larepublica/2007/08/01/mundo/268032/la-solucion-en-cachemira-es-el-proceso-de-paz-entre-pakistan-e-india/ Interview with a Spanish paper]