Presidency of Ayub Khan

Ayub Khan's tenure as the second president of Pakistan began on 27 October 1958 when he overthrew President Iskander Mirza in a coup d'état, and ended in 1969 when he resigned amid mass protests and strikes across the country.

During his presidency, he implemented economic policies such as price controls and land reforms, while increasing military compensation to keep it loyal to his administration. In foreign policy, he strengthened diplomatic ties with China and the United States. His administration celebrated 28 October as the Revolution Day of Pakistan.