Foreign Minister Zarif sent the message on Friday, shortly after the Pakistani top diplomat tested positive for COVID-19.

Axar.az reports citing foreign media that on Friday, Qureshi said he had felt a slight fever in the afternoon and immediately quarantined himself at home and subsequently tested positive for the novel virus.

Qureshi, however, added that he will continue to carry on his duties from home.

“This afternoon I felt a slight fever and immediately quarantined myself at home. I have now tested positive for COVID-19. By the grace of Allah, I feel strong and energetic. I will continue to carry on my duties from home. Please keep me in your prayers,” the Pakistani foreign minister said.