ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Monday extended his warm wishes to King Charles III of the United Kingdom on his accession to the throne while hoping his people would continue to prosper under his rule in the coming days.
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s figurehead and a towering presence on the world stage for seven decades, died at her Scottish home on Thursday, hours after doctors said she was under medical supervision.
The royal family has revealed plans for a grand state funeral of Britain’s longest serving monarch on September 19, which is expected to be attended by foreign leaders and watched by millions worldwide.
Following the British political tradition, Queen Elizabeth’s eldest son automatically became King of the United Kingdom and the head of 14 realms, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand.
“On behalf of the people & government of Pakistan, I wish to convey our sincere good wishes to His Majesty King Charles III on his accession to the throne,” the prime minister said in a Twitter post. “May the people of the United Kingdom continue to prosper under his benevolent reign.”
Members of the British Royal Family, including the new King, have periodically visited Pakistan since its independence in August 1947 and enjoy cordial relations with its leaders.
Pakistan’s information minister announced over the weekend the country would observe a day of mourning on Monday to honor the memory of the late British Queen.
