The 16-month tenure of outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's coalition government came to an end on Wednesday (Aug 9) after President Arif Alvi gave his approval to dissolve the National Assembly, paving the way for the next general elections.

“The president dissolved the National Assembly on the advice of the prime minister under Article 58-1 of the Constitution,” read an official statement issued by the President's Office on social media platform ‘X’.

With the dissolution of the lower house of parliament, the federal cabinet also stands dissolved.

The next step would be to appoint a caretaker prime minister, which will begin later under Article 224-A of Pakistan’s Constitution.

<h2>PM to meet with opposition to finalise interim PM</h2>

PM Shehbaz and Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Raja Riaz will soon convene a meeting to finalise the name of the interim prime minister.

While addressing the lower house, PM Shehbaz, earlier in the day, said he would meet Riaz on Thursday (Aug 10) to deliberate over the names of the caretaker premier.

If they fail to agree on the name within three days, the matter will go to the parliamentary committee for the appointment of a caretaker PM.

Under the law, the PM and the opposition leader will send their respective names for the coveted post to the parliamentary committee.

<h2>Jalil Jilani emerges as a strong candidate for Pakistan's caretaker PM</h2>

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The parliamentary committee will have three days to finalise the name of the caretaker prime minister and if they fail to reach a consensus, then the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will pick the caretaker prime minister within two days from the names proposed by the opposition and the government.

The poll body will announce the date of the elections under Article 224-1 and if the assembly is dissolved before the completion of the constitutional term, the general elections will have to be held within 90 days.

After the general elections, the ECP is bound to officially notify the election results within 14 days, as per the Constitution.

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But according to local media reports, the general elections are likely to be delayed after the Council of Common Interests (CCI) approved new census results, requiring the ECP to carry out fresh delimitation — an exercise that will likely take three to four months.

<h2>Three names finalised</h2>

Though no clear name has come forward for the top post, Riaz told Aaj News earlier in the day that names for the caretaker PM have been finalised after he held three meetings with lawmakers from the opposition.

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“They do not include any politicians, but an economist has been shortlisted,” he revealed.

He further said that he is open to considering a politician for the interim PM slot if the government recommends it.

(With inputs from agencies)

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The 16-month tenure of outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's coalition government came to an end on Wednesday (Aug 9) after President Arif Alvi gave his approval to dissolve the National Assembly, paving the way for the next general elections.

The 16-month tenure of outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's coalition government came to an end on Wednesday (Aug 9) after President Arif Alvi gave his approval to dissolve the National Assembly, paving the way for the next general elections. “The president dissolved the National Assembly on the advice of the prime minister under Article 58-1 of the Constitution,” read an official statement issued by the President's Office on social media platform ‘X’. With the dissolution of the lower house of parliament, the federal cabinet also stands dissolved. The next step would be to appoint a caretaker prime minister, which will begin later under Article 224-A of Pakistan’s Constitution. PM to meet with opposition to finalise interim PM PM Shehbaz and Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Raja Riaz will soon convene a meeting to finalise the name of the interim prime minister. While addressing the lower house, PM Shehbaz, earlier in the day, said he would meet Riaz on Thursday (Aug 10) to deliberate over the names of the caretaker premier. If they fail to agree on the name within three days, the matter will go to the parliamentary committee for the appointment of a caretaker PM. Under the law, the PM and the opposition leader will send their respective names for the coveted post to the parliamentary committee. Jalil Jilani emerges as a strong candidate for Pakistan's caretaker PM The parliamentary committee will have three days to finalise the name of the caretaker prime minister and if they fail to reach a consensus, then the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will pick the caretaker prime minister within two days from the names proposed by the opposition and the government. The poll body will announce the date of the elections under Article 224-1 and if the assembly is dissolved before the completion of the constitutional term, the general elections will have to be held within 90 days. After the general elections, the ECP is bound to officially notify the election results within 14 days, as per the Constitution. Also read | Inquiry ordered after 'coded conversation' between Imran Khan and Attock Jail staffer spooks officials But according to local media reports, the general elections are likely to be delayed after the Council of Common Interests (CCI) approved new census results, requiring the ECP to carry out fresh delimitation — an exercise that will likely take three to four months. Three names finalised Though no clear name has come forward for the top post, Riaz told Aaj News earlier in the day that names for the caretaker PM have been finalised after he held three meetings with lawmakers from the opposition. Also read | Exclusive | Taliban couldn’t silence her: This exiled Afghan journalist is changing lives, one story at a time “They do not include any politicians, but an economist has been shortlisted,” he revealed. He further said that he is open to considering a politician for the interim PM slot if the government recommends it. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's coalition govt dissolves, President Alvi gives nod

Israel's outgoing government vowed on Tuesday to prevent a comeback by ex-premier Benjamin Netanyahu, their fellow right-winger, as the country braced for a fifth election in less than four years with polling predicting no clear winner, as reported by Reuters.

On the fall of the current coalition, Netanyahu said, "I must tell you that this evening people are smiling, even on the way over here, people are simply smiling. Because they feel that despite this consciousness modification, which we also heard tonight, they understand that something great happened here.”

“We are getting rid of the worst government in Israel's history," he added.

The prospect of an election as early as October delighted Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving leader, who was toppled a year ago after Bennett mustered a rare coalition of hard-right, liberal and Arab politicians.

"I intend to form a strong, national, steady government. I think the atmosphere changed, I can feel it. I hear from the people. You walk and talk to mothers, fathers, young couples with children, with older people, some of whom did not vote for me, and they say - we now want the real change, we want to return the State of Israel to the place it deserves and I intend to do it together with my friends," said Netanyahu.

Surveys have consistently given Likud around 30 of parliament's 120 seats - which would make it the biggest party but would require Netanyahu to sign up like-minded allies, including among current partners in Bennett's coalition. But, outgoing coalition members are vowing to not let Netanyahu in.

Finance Minister Avigdor Lieberman said at an Israel Democracy Institute conference in Jerusalem, "The main object in the upcoming election is to prevent Netanyahu from returning to power."&nbsp;

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Justice Minister Gideon Saar, who is on trial on corruption charges he denies, ruled out joining forces with Netanyahu, and told Army Radio, "I won't be bringing Bibi (Netanyahu) back. All of the party members are with me. No one will succumb to inducements."

For the Palestinians, the latest Israeli political developments were inconsequential.&nbsp;

"No matter how weak, strong or transitional the status of the Israeli government or ruling coalition, the occupying state imposes on the Palestinian people, through its violations and crimes, a heavy cost," the Palestinian Foreign Ministry said.&nbsp;

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Israel's outgoing government vowed on Tuesday to prevent a comeback by ex-premier Benjamin Netanyahu, their fellow right-winger, as the country braced for a fifth election in less than four years with polling predicting no clear winner, as reported by Reuters.

Israel's outgoing government vowed on Tuesday to prevent a comeback by ex-premier Benjamin Netanyahu, their fellow right-winger, as the country braced for a fifth election in less than four years with polling predicting no clear winner, as reported by Reuters. On the fall of the current coalition, Netanyahu said, "I must tell you that this evening people are smiling, even on the way over here, people are simply smiling. Because they feel that despite this consciousness modification, which we also heard tonight, they understand that something great happened here.” “We are getting rid of the worst government in Israel's history," he added. The prospect of an election as early as October delighted Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving leader, who was toppled a year ago after Bennett mustered a rare coalition of hard-right, liberal and Arab politicians. "I intend to form a strong, national, steady government. I think the atmosphere changed, I can feel it. I hear from the people. You walk and talk to mothers, fathers, young couples with children, with older people, some of whom did not vote for me, and they say - we now want the real change, we want to return the State of Israel to the place it deserves and I intend to do it together with my friends," said Netanyahu. Surveys have consistently given Likud around 30 of parliament's 120 seats - which would make it the biggest party but would require Netanyahu to sign up like-minded allies, including among current partners in Bennett's coalition. But, outgoing coalition members are vowing to not let Netanyahu in. Finance Minister Avigdor Lieberman said at an Israel Democracy Institute conference in Jerusalem, "The main object in the upcoming election is to prevent Netanyahu from returning to power." Also Read: Treaty that puts climate change on back burner to be challenged at European Court of Human Rights Justice Minister Gideon Saar, who is on trial on corruption charges he denies, ruled out joining forces with Netanyahu, and told Army Radio, "I won't be bringing Bibi (Netanyahu) back. All of the party members are with me. No one will succumb to inducements." For the Palestinians, the latest Israeli political developments were inconsequential. "No matter how weak, strong or transitional the status of the Israeli government or ruling coalition, the occupying state imposes on the Palestinian people, through its violations and crimes, a heavy cost," the Palestinian Foreign Ministry said. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Japan has dissolved its parliament, this sets the stage for the general election at the end of the month. This will pit the newly elected prime minister Fumio Kishida against the unpopular opposition.

Japan dissolves lower house ahead of election

Nepal’s Supreme Court began hearing petitions challenging Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s dissolution of the parliament on Wednesday.

Oli’s calls for fresh elections, which have been scheduled for April 2021, have been labelled unconstitutional by his opponents. The PM’s decision comes in the aftermath of internal squabbles in the party, which led to many protests in parts of Kathmandu - the capital.

Many have been asking for the resignation of Oli for his mishandling of COVID-19. "Hearing on 12 petitions against the dissolution of parliament has begun," said Bhadrakali Pokharel, who is a Supreme Court spokesman, as reported by Reuters.

Many lawyers believe that Oli had no legal grounds to declare dissolution of the parliament under the constitution.

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"I have requested that the court issue an interim order against the dissolution,"&nbsp; Dinesh Tripathi, a lawyer and one of the petitioners, was quoted as saying by Reuters.

At least seven ministers so far have claimed that the dissolution goes against the “popular mandate” given to them during 2017 elections.

Nepalese PM Oli has lost support from within his party - the Nepal Communist Party (NCP). Many members have accused him of sidelining senior members, and of taking key decisions without their presence.

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Amid calls for resignation, Oli dissolve the parliament, claiming that his party members were refusing to cooperate. He also added how fresh elections were the only way forward.

President Bidhya Devi Bhandari approved the dissolution, and set April 30 and May 10 as the dates for the next general election, a year before scheduled.

Nepal’s Supreme Court began hearing petitions challenging Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s dissolution of the parliament on Wednesday. Oli’s calls for fresh elections, which have been scheduled for April 2021, have been labelled unconstitutional by his opponents.

Nepal’s Supreme Court began hearing petitions challenging Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s dissolution of the parliament on Wednesday. Oli’s calls for fresh elections, which have been scheduled for April 2021, have been labelled unconstitutional by his opponents. The PM’s decision comes in the aftermath of internal squabbles in the party, which led to many protests in parts of Kathmandu - the capital. Many have been asking for the resignation of Oli for his mishandling of COVID-19. "Hearing on 12 petitions against the dissolution of parliament has begun," said Bhadrakali Pokharel, who is a Supreme Court spokesman, as reported by Reuters. Many lawyers believe that Oli had no legal grounds to declare dissolution of the parliament under the constitution. Also read: Nepal's PM Oli says parliament had to be dissolved to end inaction "I have requested that the court issue an interim order against the dissolution," Dinesh Tripathi, a lawyer and one of the petitioners, was quoted as saying by Reuters. At least seven ministers so far have claimed that the dissolution goes against the “popular mandate” given to them during 2017 elections. Nepalese PM Oli has lost support from within his party - the Nepal Communist Party (NCP). Many members have accused him of sidelining senior members, and of taking key decisions without their presence. Also read: Nepal parliament dissolved; mid-term polls to be held in April-May Amid calls for resignation, Oli dissolve the parliament, claiming that his party members were refusing to cooperate. He also added how fresh elections were the only way forward. President Bidhya Devi Bhandari approved the dissolution, and set April 30 and May 10 as the dates for the next general election, a year before scheduled.

Nepal: Supreme Court hears petition against dissolution of parliament by Oli