Agha Hilaly

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Agha Hilaly
Born 1911
Bangalore, Karnataka
Died 2001
Karachi, Pakistan
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.

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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Diplomatic posts
Preceded by
Ghulam Ahmed		 Pakistan Ambassador to the United States
October 1966 - October 1971		 Succeeded by
N.A.M. Raza
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