Often advocates "Enlightened Islam" in the Muslim World, to the chagrin
of the Islamic Extremists in Pakistan and abroad.
Considered key ally in the US war on terrorism.
Seized power from the corrupt civillian government of Pakistan on 12
October 1999 in a bloodless coup.
President of Pakistan (2001-2008).
He spent his early years in Turkey, from 1949 to 1956, owing to his
father, the late Syed Musharrafu-ud-din's deputation in Ankara.
Fluently he can converse in Turkish language and claims that Kamal
Ataturk is his hero.
Seized power from the corrupt civillian government of Pakistan under
then Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on 12 October 1999 in a bloodless
coup. He became the 'Chief Executive' of the country and in June 2000
became the 12th President of Pakistan.
Stepped down from Presidency on 18th August 2008.
Currently lives in the Army House and plans to move into his farmhouse which is under construction. Spends most of his time reading, playing tennis, swimming and socializing with relatives. (November 2008)