Wajid Shamsul Hasan Explained

Wajid Shamsul Hasan (died 28 September 2021)[1] was a Pakistani diplomat since June 2008. He served as the High Commissioner of Pakistan to the United Kingdom.[2]

Family

Hasan belonged to Effendi family of Hyderabad also known as Akhund. He was married to Zarina Hasan.[2]

Cricket controversy

In response to the 2010 Pakistan cricket spot-fixing controversy, Hasan condemned the International Cricket Council for banning the three Pakistani players charged with spot-fixing.[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: Former Pakistan envoy to UK and PPP stalwart Wajid Shamsul Hasan passes away . Dawn . 28 September 2021.
  2. http://www.fco.gov.uk/resources/en/pdf/4103709/5380299/london-diplomatic-list-2009.pdf Diplomatic List
  3. https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2010/sep/03/pakistan-betting-scandal-icc ICC's suspension of Pakistan players is 'wrong'