Hilal-e-Pakistan
Hilal-e-Pakistan, () is the second-highest civil award and decoration of Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The award seeks to recognize those people who have made "meritorious contribution to the national interests of Pakistan, or cultural, social contribution, or other significant public or private endeavors". The award is not limited to Pakistani citizens and, while it is a civilian award, it can also be conferred upon foreign nationals. It is bestowed by the President of Pakistan once a year on the eve of Independence day.
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civil award and decoration
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Islamic Republic of Pakistan
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national interest
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cultural
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social
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Pakistani citizens
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foreign national
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President of Pakistan
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Independence day
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Hilal-e-Pakistan
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country