Islamabad
The government of the United Arab Emirates has issued a golden visa to Javed Afridi, the owner of the Pakistan Super League cricket franchise, Peshawar Zalmi.
Peshawar Zalmi said in a handout Afridi was issued the golden visa for promoting peace through sports and achieving success in the business sector.
Afridi is also the chief executive of Haier Pakistan, a consumer electronics and home appliances company.
“I am grateful to the leadership of the United Arab Emirates for granting me this long term visa,” Afridi said.
“The country’s visionary leadership is a model for both emerging and several developed economies.”
He further said, “This visa is being offered to investors, entrepreneurs, researches and even exemplary students, which is evidence of the UAE’s focus on knowledge creation and excellence.”
“I especially wish to laud the efforts of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his leadership and compassion during this last challenging year,” the franchise owner and businessman said.
“Together with His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the leaders of the Emirates have set the course for a prosperous future.—TLTP
