Federal Government
Zia assumes the presidency while retaining military authority.
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1978 in Pakistan
Explore 7 historical events and records for Pakistan in 1978.
Historical records for Pakistan in 1978
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September
President of Pakistan
Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq becomes President after Fazal Ilahi Chaudhry leaves office.
Other events (month unknown)
Chief of Air Staff
Anwar Shamim becomes Chief of Air Staff and oversees a major period of modernization in the Pakistan Air Force.
Islamic Law
Adheres to Islamic law
Islamization
Zia expands state policies presented as Islamization.
Nuclear Power
Zia-ul-Haq's government continues Pakistan's nuclear programme during his presidency.
Political Parties
The martial-law regime restricts political parties and public political activity.
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