Irfan Siddiqui

Irfan Siddiqui was a Pakistani politician, columnist, and senior figure of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) who served as a Member of the Senate of Pakistan representing Punjab Province from March 2021 until his death in November 2025. During his tenure, he held key legislative positions including Parliamentary Party Leader of PML-N in the Senate and Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs. Prior to his parliamentary career, he served as a special adviser on national affairs to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and press secretary to President Rafiq Tarar. He was also a prolific writer and author, and received the prestigious Hilal-e-Imtiaz award in 2014.