Former president and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Co-Chairman Asif Ali Zardari has contracted coronavirus in Dubai and has quarantined himself, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
Foreign Minister and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto confirmed the news about his father in a tweet posted on Thursday.
Bilawal said, “President Zardari has tested positive for Covid. He is fully vaccinated, boosted, isolating with mild symptoms and undergoing treatment.”
Bilawal said that he and his family was praying for his swift recovery.
Confirming the news, daughter Bakhtawar Bhutto Zardari said when Asif Ali Zardari had landed in Dubai his PCR revealed Covid positive.
In a tweet, Bakhtawar said “When @AAliZardari landed in Dubai his PCR revealed positive but ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّٰهِ his symptoms are mild - he is resting & isolating (Day 4) & will return when recovered إن شاء الله (post some grandson hugs time ). Thank u 4 your prayers & remind everyone to remain precautious.:
PM Shehbaz wishes Asif Zardari early recovery
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has wished former president Asif Ali Zardari an early recovery from Covid infection.
In a tweet posted on Thursday, he said “My best wishes and prayers are with former President Asif Ali Zardari for quick recovery from covid and complete health.”
Asif Zardari had gone to Dubai a few days ago to celebrate his birthday with his grandson, Bakhtawar’s son.