Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) — Ayaz Shaukat has officially resigned from his position as the Advocate General of Islamabad, marking a transition in the capital’s top legal office. He formally submitted his resignation to President Asif Ali Zardari, stating that the government has now appointed him as the Chairman of the Social Media Authority. Reflecting on his tenure, Ayaz Shaukat expressed that he made every possible effort to fulfill his responsibilities as Advocate General with complete honesty and dedication. The move comes as the federal government restructuring efforts continue, with Shaukat expected to take charge of the newly formed regulatory body to oversee digital platforms and social media governance in the country.
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