Abdul Qadeer Khan
Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan was a prominent Pakistani nuclear scientist known as the father of Pakistan's nuclear program, who faced significant controversy and was placed under house arrest, leading to discussions about national loyalty and recognition.
Born on Apr 01, 1936 (89 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Pakistan | 8 | 8.50 | 0.36% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 803,245 | $280,000 | 1,018$ |
| Totals | 8 | 220,892,331 | 803,245 | $280,000 | 1,018$ |
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Pakistan:
Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan is credited with making Pakistan a nuclear power.
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Pakistan:
Ahsan Iqbal acknowledged Abdul Qadeer Khan's contributions to Pakistan's nuclear program.
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Pakistan:
Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan was referred to as a national hero by the spokesperson of PTI.
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Pakistan:
The PTI paid tribute to the late Dr Abdul Qadeer, saying: 'The credit for making Pakistan a nuclear power goes to Dr Abdul Qadeer and his colleagues.'
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Pakistan:
Liaquat Baloch paid tribute to Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan for making the country a nuclear power.
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Pakistan:
A team of Pakistani scientists led by the founder of Pakistan’s nuclear programme, Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan, carried out nuclear tests.
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Pakistan:
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif honored Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan for his role in Pakistan's nuclear program.
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Pakistan:
Shahbaz Sharif honored Abdul Qadeer Khan for his role in the nuclear program.
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Russia:
Abdul Qadeer Khan played a significant role in Iran's nuclear program through an illegal network.
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Israel:
Khan is referred to as the 'father of the Pakistani bomb' and was involved in nuclear proliferation.
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