Parvez Musharraf
Parvez Musharraf is a retired four-star General of the Pakistan Army who served as the 10th President of Pakistan from 2001 to 2008. He came to power through a military coup in 1999 and is known for his controversial policies aimed at projecting a 'soft image' of Pakistan internationally, despite dealing with internal strife and Islamist militancy. His regime promoted tourism and cultural activities while simultaneously cracking down on political opposition and Islamist groups, leading to a complex legacy of governance and military influence in Pakistan.
Born on Aug 11, 1943 (81 years old)
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In 1999, when a military coup in Pakistan put Gen Parvez Musharraf in power, he cracked down on the country’s two largest parties.
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