Jeddah – A grand dinner was hosted in honour of Pakistan’s legendary cricketer and former captain Javed Miandad on his visit to Jeddah. The prestigious event was organized by renowned businessman Chaudhry Faraz Ahmed—brother of former Federal Minister Chaudhry Fawad Hussain—at his famous restaurant, Lasani Spencer. The evening was co-hosted by former Federal Minister Chaudhry Shehbaz Ahmed.
Presiding over the event, Chaudhry Shehbaz Hussain praised Miandad’s contributions to Pakistan and congratulated him on the successful completion of his Umrah pilgrimage. In his speech, Chaudhry Faraz Ahmed extended heartfelt appreciation to Miandad for his invaluable services to Pakistan’s cricket and national pride.
During his address, Javed Miandad expressed heartfelt gratitude and said:
> “It brings me immense joy to meet fellow Pakistanis abroad. The unity and harmony I see here among the community is something I wish for back home in Pakistan. Overseas Pakistanis are a vital asset, playing a key role in our national economy. I’m deeply thankful for your love and hospitality—these moments will always be cherished.”
The event saw a large turnout from the Pakistani community in Saudi Arabia, including influential business, social, and political personalities. Among the notable attendees were:
Chaudhry Azhar Abbas Warraich, former advisor to the Chief Minister of Punjab and leader of PML-N Saudi Arabia Chaudhry Akram Gujjar, Chairman of PML-N Saudi Arabia Mubashar Afzal Cheema
Chaudhry Tasawwar Hussain, President of PPP Saudi Arabia , Prominent businessman Chaudhry Akram Sandhu , Mehr Abdul Haq , Chaudhry Mustafa Gujjar ,Malik Umar Farooq , Mian Rizwan-ul-Haq and several other dignitaries.
The community widely appreciated the hosts for organizing a memorable and successful evening in honour of a national hero.