Zahid Malik

Zahid Malik (October 5, 1937 – September 1, 2016), was a Pakistani journalist and writer, who was the founder and editor-in-chief of ''Pakistan Observer''.

He was also the founder-chairman of the think tank '101 Friends of China', a non-governmental organisation aimed towards improving Pak-China ties.

He also delivered over 100 lectures on various subjects to groups inside and outside Pakistan. He received the Sitara-i-Imtiaz Award in 2012. Pakistani Ex-Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif expressed deep grief and sorrow over Mr Malik's demise and paid a rich tribute to him for his efforts towards press freedom. Provided by Wikipedia