Agha Hilaly
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| Born: | 1911 Bangalore, Karnataka |
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| Died: | 2001 Karachi, Pakistan |
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| Spouse: | Malik Taj Mirza |
| Children: | Naser Hilaly Yawar Hilaly Zafar Hilaly |
Agha Hilaly (1911-2001) was a Pakistani diplomat.
Born in Bangalore in 1911, he joined the Indian Civil Service in 1936, at the age of 25. He rose through its ranks quickly and was quite high-up by the time of Partition. During the early years of Pakistan, he played an important role in formulating the Pakistani foreign policy. He later represented Pakistan at the United Nations, and served as its Ambassador to the United States.
Agha Hilaly's wife's mother, Jehanara Begum, was a sister of Sir Mirza Ismail's wife, Zeebundeh Begum.
He died in Karachi in 2001, at the age of 90.
He received numerous international awards, including:
- Hilal-i-Quiad-I-Azam in Pakistan.
- Grand Cross of Order of Northern Star from Sweden.
- Grand Cross of Order of Gurkha from Nepal.
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