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On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the state independence of the Republic of Tajikistan, in recognition of his valuable services for the promotion of friendly relations, mutual cooperation and diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Tajikistan, the Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Yusuf Sharif Zoda, has been awarded the prestigious award \u201cKhidmat-e-Shaista\u201d.This award was conferred under the decree of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan and the Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Imam Ali Rahmon, in recognition of Ambassador Yusuf Sharif Zoda\u2019s valuable diplomatic services.Ambassador Yusuf Sharif Zoda played a significant role in bringing Pakistan and Tajikistan closer together through his hard work, sincerity, good manners and active diplomatic efforts. His continuous efforts to promote relations between the two countries at the political, economic, cultural and public levels are commendable. This honor is not only a recognition of his personal diplomatic services but also a recognition of his sincere efforts to strengthen the long-standing brotherly relations between Pakistan and Tajikistan.We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Yusuf Sharifzoda on this prestigious honor.We pray that he will continue to play his role in taking the relations between the two brotherly countries to greater heights with the same passion, sincerity and diplomatic insight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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