<p>Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday asserted that repairing relations with its allies and neighbours, including India, would be the priority of his government.</p>

<p>Speaking to reporters in Islamabad, Sharif blamed his predecessor Imran Khan for Pakistan’s “deteriorating” relations with neighbouring countries.</p>

<p>“My priority will be to mend ties with all allies and neighbours of Pakistan. The previous government made things worse,” Sharif said while responding to WION.</p>

<p>“I will work with all neighbours for the betterment of the environment, including India,” he added, before adding a rider that the peaceful relations between India and Pakistan is subjected to the Kashmir issue.</p>

<p>“I have already asked (Indian PM) Modi to resolve the Kashmir issue and move towards lasting peace,” he said.</p>

<p>Acknowledging that he has only one-half-years of his term, the prime minister assured that his administration will focus on bringing down inflation and put Pakistan on the path of development.</p>

<p>“The biggest challenge is to overcome the devastating economy and inflation. The term of the parliament is one and a half years, how long we have to stay, the allies will decide together,” Sharif said.</p>

<p>“As a Prime Minister, I am making short- and medium-term plans to reduce inflation. Nations can’t progress merely by words. The only way to move forward is to work more and more,” he added.</p>

<p>Immediately after assuming office, the prime minister abolished two weekly offs, and ordered to open all the government offices for six days a week.</p>

<p>Asked when will the cabinet be formed, Sharif said, “This is a coalition government, everyone has to be involved.”</p>

<p>He added that his brother and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif will finalise the portfolios of PML-N party ministers.</p>

<p>Reacting to reports of President Arif Alvi taking sick leave hours before his swearing ceremony, Sharif said, “If the President is not well then, may Allah give him health.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Sharif is expected to make his first official visit to Saudi Arabia and China in a bid to boost Pakistan’s relations with both countries.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Pakistan has a new Prime Minister</strong></p>

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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday asserted that repairing relations with its allies and neighbours, including India, would be the priority of his government.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday asserted that repairing relations with its allies and neighbours, including India, would be the priority of his government. Speaking to reporters in Islamabad, Sharif blamed his predecessor Imran Khan for Pakistan’s “deteriorating” relations with neighbouring countries. “My priority will be to mend ties with all allies and neighbours of Pakistan. The previous government made things worse,” Sharif said while responding to WION. “I will work with all neighbours for the betterment of the environment, including India,” he added, before adding a rider that the peaceful relations between India and Pakistan is subjected to the Kashmir issue. “I have already asked (Indian PM) Modi to resolve the Kashmir issue and move towards lasting peace,” he said. Acknowledging that he has only one-half-years of his term, the prime minister assured that his administration will focus on bringing down inflation and put Pakistan on the path of development. “The biggest challenge is to overcome the devastating economy and inflation. The term of the parliament is one and a half years, how long we have to stay, the allies will decide together,” Sharif said. “As a Prime Minister, I am making short- and medium-term plans to reduce inflation. Nations can’t progress merely by words. The only way to move forward is to work more and more,” he added. Immediately after assuming office, the prime minister abolished two weekly offs, and ordered to open all the government offices for six days a week. Asked when will the cabinet be formed, Sharif said, “This is a coalition government, everyone has to be involved.” He added that his brother and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif will finalise the portfolios of PML-N party ministers. Reacting to reports of President Arif Alvi taking sick leave hours before his swearing ceremony, Sharif said, “If the President is not well then, may Allah give him health.” Meanwhile, Sharif is expected to make his first official visit to Saudi Arabia and China in a bid to boost Pakistan’s relations with both countries. Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan has a new Prime Minister

Mending ties with India, other neighbours will be priority of my government: Pak PM Sharif

Indian PM Narendra Modi has congratulated Shehbaz Sharif for taking charge as Pakistan's new PM. Sharif took the oath as 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan.

Indian PM Narendra Modi congratulates Shehbaz Sharif for taking charge as Pakistan's new PM

PML-N chief Shehbaz Sharif becomes Pakistan’s new Prime Minister replacing Imran Khan. Sharif took the oath as 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan. 174 votes were polled in his favour. Sharif says that this is a victory for the people of Pakistan and calls Imran’s foreign conspiracy claim a ‘drama’

Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan

As Pakistan's game of thrones concludes, Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you about the 3 protagonists of the story. The fallen leader Imran Khan, the new Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif & Pak Army Chief General Bajwa.

Gravitas: What is next for Imran Khan?

After the recent political drama that rocked Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif's brother Shehbaz Sharif is now the PM. Now, the question is will Nawaz Sharif return after Eid?

Will Nawaz Sharif return after Eid? Shehbaz-led government in Pakistan likely to secure relief

<p>According to reports, ousted Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan had threatened to impose martial law in the country amid struggle with the opposition.</p>

<p>Reports claim the former Pakistan prime minister attempted to sack Army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa in order to "provoke" a military takeover of the country.</p>

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<p>A report published in Britain's Guardian&nbsp;newspaper claimed Imran wanted to trigger a crisis in order to create a situation for the military to intervene and take over the reins.</p>

<p>During the first no-confidence motion a fortnight ago, Imran had made a dramatic TV appearance and announced that&nbsp;he had requested the president to dissolve the assembly even as the deputy Speaker dismissed the no-trust vote against Imran's government.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;PPP's Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to be the next foreign minister?</strong></p>

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<p>The Army moved promptly to deny any involvement in the political situation in the country. The Pakistan Army said it had "absolutely nothing to do" with the situation as Imran recommended the National Assembly be dissolved.</p>

<p>Imran repeatedly said there was a "foreign conspiracy" to topple his government. Reports claimed earlier that Army chief Bajwa had met&nbsp;the former prime minister ahead of the first no-confidence vote.</p>

<p>The Speaker's decision to dismiss the no-confidence vote was challenged by the opposition as the Supreme Court asked Imran's government to face Parliament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a long drawn out no-confidence motion, Imran's party lost the vote in a midnight vote after 174 lawmakers voted in favour of the motion even as the prime minister moved out from his official residence.</p>

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<p>Imran had called for nationwide protests ahead of the vote and on Sunday his party held a rally in Islamabad. During the rally, Imran continued to stress his government was a victim of a foreign conspiracy.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


According to reports, ousted Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan had threatened to impose martial law in the country amid struggle with the opposition. Reports claim the former Pakistan prime minister attempted to sack Army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa in order to "provoke" a military takeover of the country.

According to reports, ousted Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan had threatened to impose martial law in the country amid struggle with the opposition. Reports claim the former Pakistan prime minister attempted to sack Army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa in order to "provoke" a military takeover of the country. Also Read: Change of guard in Pakistan - As it happens A report published in Britain's Guardian newspaper claimed Imran wanted to trigger a crisis in order to create a situation for the military to intervene and take over the reins. During the first no-confidence motion a fortnight ago, Imran had made a dramatic TV appearance and announced that he had requested the president to dissolve the assembly even as the deputy Speaker dismissed the no-trust vote against Imran's government. Watch: PPP's Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to be the next foreign minister? The Army moved promptly to deny any involvement in the political situation in the country. The Pakistan Army said it had "absolutely nothing to do" with the situation as Imran recommended the National Assembly be dissolved. Imran repeatedly said there was a "foreign conspiracy" to topple his government. Reports claimed earlier that Army chief Bajwa had met the former prime minister ahead of the first no-confidence vote. The Speaker's decision to dismiss the no-confidence vote was challenged by the opposition as the Supreme Court asked Imran's government to face Parliament. In a long drawn out no-confidence motion, Imran's party lost the vote in a midnight vote after 174 lawmakers voted in favour of the motion even as the prime minister moved out from his official residence. Also Read in Pics: Pakistan prime ministers whose tenures ended prematurely since 1947 Imran had called for nationwide protests ahead of the vote and on Sunday his party held a rally in Islamabad. During the rally, Imran continued to stress his government was a victim of a foreign conspiracy. (With inputs from Agencies)

Before ouster as PM, Imran Khan threatened to impose martial law: Report

PML-N Chief Shehbaz Sharif becomes Pakistan’s new Prime Minister replacing Imran Khan. Sharif is expected to take an oath at 8:00 pm local time. 174 votes have been polled in his favour. Sharif says that this is a victory for the people of Pakistan and calls Imran’s foreign consipracy claim a ‘drama’

Shehbaz Sharif becomes new Pak PM, 174 votes in favour of Sharif

PML-N Chief Shehbaz Sharif becomes Pakistan’s new Prime Minister replacing Imran Khan. Sharif will take an oath shortly. 174 votes have been polled in his favour. Sharif says that this is a victory for the people of Pakistan and calls Imran’s foreign consipracy claim a ‘drama’

Shehbaz Sharif becomes the new Prime Minister of Pakistan, will take oath shortly

After days of high-intense political drama in Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif has finally been elected as the new Prime Minister of the South-Asian nation.

Change of guard in Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif assumes charge as new Prime Minister

Day after Pakistan national assembly voted Imran Khan out of power, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers staged protests citing foreign conspiracy in ousting PM Imran Khan.

Thousands march in Imran Khan's support, stage protest across Pakistan

<p>After Imran Khan was voted out of power by opposition parties, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters agitated outside Nawaz Sharif's London residence on Sunday.</p>

<p>PTI workers held Pakistani flags while chanting slogans against the ouster of the PM. ARY News reports that PML-N supporters also reached Avenfield flats to show solidarity with Nawaz Sharif, the party's leader.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/after-protest-rallies-across-pakistan-and-abroad-imran-khan-describes-himself-as-former-prime-minister-470079" hreflang="en">After protest rallies across Pakistan and abroad, Imran Khan describes himself as former prime minister</a></strong></p>

<p>In a confrontation between supporters of the Imran Khan-led PTI and PML-N, the leadership of each party was mocked and slurs were hurled at each other outside Nawaz Sharif's London apartment in Avenfield flats.</p>

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We stand with our leader <a href="https://twitter.com/ImranKhanPTI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImranKhanPTI</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FaisalJavedKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FaisalJavedKhan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AzamJamil53?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AzamJamil53</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%BE%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%B9%DA%88_%DA%AF%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%85%D9%86%D9%B9_%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B8%D9%88%D8%B1?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#امپورٹڈ_گورمنٹ_نامنظور</a> <a href="https://t.co/k9VTIVSSMf">pic.twitter.com/k9VTIVSSMf</a></p>
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<p>"Crowd in front of Avenfield chanting 'Terrain's dad is a thief, Qasim dad's is a thief, Salman's dad is a thief' terrain is Imran Khan's lovechild which @ImranKhanPTI doesn't own even after a New York court's ruling," ANI quoted former PML-N Balochistan communication secretary Santosh Kumar Bugti as saying.</p>

<p>The overseas Pakistanis protesting in London Hyde Park opposite Sharif's house were heard saying that until Imran Khan comes back they won't send any remittances to their home country.</p>

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<p>Also heard were chants of 'Nawaz Sharif is a thief'&nbsp;from supporters of Khan.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Pakistan Political Crisis: Can Shehbaz Sharif bring stability to Pakistan?</strong></p>

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<p>In order to control the situation, the police had to intervene.</p>

<p>The ex-wife of Imran Khan, Jemima Goldsmith also took a jab at the current political turmoil by commenting "purana Pakistan" in one of the videos circulating on social media. Apparently, this was in reference to slogans raised by the opposition parties following Imran Khan's ouster.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/with-imran-khan-out-sharif-and-ex-minister-qureshi-to-face-off-for-pm-post-on-monday-469960" hreflang="en">With Imran Khan out, Sharif and ex-minister Qureshi to face off for PM post on Monday</a></strong></p>

<p>For the top position, former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Shehbaz Sharif have filed nomination papers. Nomination papers for Shehbaz Sharif's election have been approved. Sharif is likely to become the next prime minister of Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

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After Imran Khan was voted out of power by opposition parties, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters agitated outside Nawaz Sharif's London residence on Sunday.

After Imran Khan was voted out of power by opposition parties, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters agitated outside Nawaz Sharif's London residence on Sunday. PTI workers held Pakistani flags while chanting slogans against the ouster of the PM. ARY News reports that PML-N supporters also reached Avenfield flats to show solidarity with Nawaz Sharif, the party's leader. Also read | After protest rallies across Pakistan and abroad, Imran Khan describes himself as former prime minister In a confrontation between supporters of the Imran Khan-led PTI and PML-N, the leadership of each party was mocked and slurs were hurled at each other outside Nawaz Sharif's London apartment in Avenfield flats. Just happening outside Nawaz Sharif’s house in London. Pakistanis have exploded 😊❤️🇵🇰 We stand with our leader @ImranKhanPTI @FaisalJavedKhan @AzamJamil53 #امپورٹڈ_گورمنٹ_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/k9VTIVSSMf — PTIجھانزیب خان™Ⓜ️ (@JKhanClassified) April 10, 2022 × "Crowd in front of Avenfield chanting 'Terrain's dad is a thief, Qasim dad's is a thief, Salman's dad is a thief' terrain is Imran Khan's lovechild which @ImranKhanPTI doesn't own even after a New York court's ruling," ANI quoted former PML-N Balochistan communication secretary Santosh Kumar Bugti as saying. The overseas Pakistanis protesting in London Hyde Park opposite Sharif's house were heard saying that until Imran Khan comes back they won't send any remittances to their home country. “We won’t send any remittances until Imran Khan comes back”. Overseas Pakistanis protesting in London Hyde Park, opposite Nawaz Sharif residency. pic.twitter.com/qEy0ArhKzv — Ihtisham Ul Haq (@iihtishamm) April 10, 2022 × Also heard were chants of 'Nawaz Sharif is a thief' from supporters of Khan. Watch | Pakistan Political Crisis: Can Shehbaz Sharif bring stability to Pakistan? In order to control the situation, the police had to intervene. The ex-wife of Imran Khan, Jemima Goldsmith also took a jab at the current political turmoil by commenting "purana Pakistan" in one of the videos circulating on social media. Apparently, this was in reference to slogans raised by the opposition parties following Imran Khan's ouster. Also read | With Imran Khan out, Sharif and ex-minister Qureshi to face off for PM post on Monday For the top position, former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Shehbaz Sharif have filed nomination papers. Nomination papers for Shehbaz Sharif's election have been approved. Sharif is likely to become the next prime minister of Pakistan. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Imran Khan's supporters, PML-N workers clash outside Nawaz Sharif's London house, abuses hurled

<p>A top Pakistani court on Monday dismissed a petition to register a treason case against former prime minister Imran Khan and various ministers, saying it was inadmissible.</p>

<p>Chief Justice Athar Minallah of the Islamabad High Court delivered a reserved verdict during which he also fined the petitioner Maulvi Iqbal Haider Rs100,000, the Express Tribune newspaper reported.</p>

<p>Request to put the names of ex-premier and other former ministers on the no-fly list was also rejected by the court along with the plea to probe the diplomatic dispatch which alleges 'foreign conspiracy to oust Imran Khan's government'.</p>

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<p>The court dismissed the petition on Monday, seeking to register a treason case against former prime minister Khan and various ministers, as inadmissible, the report added.</p>

<p>Earlier, it was reported that despite serious concern from the legal wing, former prime minister Khan sent the Foreign Office diplomatic letter to Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial, claiming that a foreign country sent a threatening message through Pakistan's envoy.</p>

<p>Sources told The Express Tribune that there is a possibility that the CJP may not read the diplomatic letter.</p>

<p>It was being reported that a US official had warned that there could have been implications if Khan had survived the opposition's no-confidence motion in the National Assembly.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pti-members-resign-from-pak-parliament-with-its-chief-imran-khan-saying-not-to-shehbaaz-sharif-470201">Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf resign from National Assembly</a></strong></p>

<p>An emergency petition was also filed in the IHC on Saturday, seeking to restrain then prime minister Khan from de-notifying Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa.</p>

<p>On Saturday, Khan became the first premier in the country's history to be sent home after losing the trust of the House.</p>

<p>In a live address to the nation last week, Khan discussed a 'threat letter' and termed it as part of a foreign conspiracy to remove him as he was not acceptable for following an independent foreign policy. He named the US as the country behind the threat letter against his government.</p>

<p>The US State Department has firmly rejected Khan's remarks over Washington's role in an alleged foreign conspiracy to oust him from power.</p>

<p>America also asserted that it did not send any letter to Pakistan on the current political situation in the country as it sought to refute allegations of America's involvement in the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led government.</p>


A top Pakistani court on Monday dismissed a petition to register a treason case against former prime minister Imran Khan and various ministers, saying it was inadmissible.

A top Pakistani court on Monday dismissed a petition to register a treason case against former prime minister Imran Khan and various ministers, saying it was inadmissible. Chief Justice Athar Minallah of the Islamabad High Court delivered a reserved verdict during which he also fined the petitioner Maulvi Iqbal Haider Rs100,000, the Express Tribune newspaper reported. Request to put the names of ex-premier and other former ministers on the no-fly list was also rejected by the court along with the plea to probe the diplomatic dispatch which alleges 'foreign conspiracy to oust Imran Khan's government'. The court dismissed the petition on Monday, seeking to register a treason case against former prime minister Khan and various ministers, as inadmissible, the report added. Earlier, it was reported that despite serious concern from the legal wing, former prime minister Khan sent the Foreign Office diplomatic letter to Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial, claiming that a foreign country sent a threatening message through Pakistan's envoy. Sources told The Express Tribune that there is a possibility that the CJP may not read the diplomatic letter. It was being reported that a US official had warned that there could have been implications if Khan had survived the opposition's no-confidence motion in the National Assembly. Also read | Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf resign from National Assembly An emergency petition was also filed in the IHC on Saturday, seeking to restrain then prime minister Khan from de-notifying Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. On Saturday, Khan became the first premier in the country's history to be sent home after losing the trust of the House. In a live address to the nation last week, Khan discussed a 'threat letter' and termed it as part of a foreign conspiracy to remove him as he was not acceptable for following an independent foreign policy. He named the US as the country behind the threat letter against his government. The US State Department has firmly rejected Khan's remarks over Washington's role in an alleged foreign conspiracy to oust him from power. America also asserted that it did not send any letter to Pakistan on the current political situation in the country as it sought to refute allegations of America's involvement in the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led government.

Pak court dismisses treason plea against Imran Khan, others as inadmissible

<p>Pakistan's opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif&nbsp;has been elected as the country's new prime minister in the National Assembly.</p>

<p>Thanking the lawmakers for supporting him, Sharif said&nbsp;"It's a victory of righteousness, and evil has been defeated."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 70-year-old is the&nbsp;leader of the centrist Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N).&nbsp;He is the brother of former Pakistan premier Nawaz Sharif, and has served as the chief minister of Punjab province thrice.</p>

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<p>His&nbsp;predecessor Imran Khan was ousted after a no-confidence motion was passed against him after&nbsp;a week-long constitutional confrontation.</p>

<p>Shehbaz Sharif&nbsp;was elected to the National Assembly in 1990. Following a military coup that deposed the government of Pakistan in 1999, Shehbaaz had to spent several years in exile in Saudi Arabia.</p>

<p>He returned to Pakistan in 2007 and was nominated for the post of the president of PML-N following the disqualification of Nawaz Sharif from holding office.</p>

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<p>Shehbaz has a&nbsp;reputation domestically as an effective administrator more than as a politician.&nbsp;Analysts say he&nbsp;enjoys amicable relations with&nbsp;Pakistan's military, which traditionally controls foreign and defence policy in the nuclear-armed nation of 220 million people.</p>

<p>On Thursday last week, the Pakistan Supreme Court had ordered that the no-confidence motion, which was disallowed by the deputy speaker last Sunday, be held by 10: 30 a.m. on Saturday (April 9).</p>

<p>In a unanimous 5-0 verdict, the top court bench, led by Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, quashed the presidential order to dissolve Parliament, which was done at the behest of Khan.</p>

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<p>Ahead of the voting in&nbsp;Pakistan's parliament, Imran Khan said&nbsp;"The man who has 16 billion and 8 billion rupees of corruption cases, whoever selects and elects the Prime Minister cannot be a bigger insult to the country. We are resigning from the National Assembly."&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Shahbaz Sharif will be a slave of America… he said in a TV Programme yesterday that beggars are not choosers… what does this mean? Does that mean that the poor and beggars are slaves. Ask him (Shehbaz Sharif) who brought Pakistan to such a state. Just because we are poor, should we be slaves?” he added.</p>

<p>In response, Shahbaz Sharif said, ''We did not invite any foreign power and neither are we involved in any foreign conspiracy.''&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further denied receiving any letter from Pakistan's President Arif Alvi regarding the appointment of an interim prime minister.</p>

<p>In 2019,&nbsp;National Accountability Bureau had seized nearly two dozen properties belonging to Shehbaz&nbsp;Sharif<strong>&nbsp;</strong>and his son Hamza, accusing them of money laundering.</p>

<p>He was arrested and detained in September 2020. However, he was released six months later on bail for a trial which is still pending.</p>

<p>Since the independence of Pakistan in 1947, there have been four military coups in the country. It has spent over three decades under military rule.&nbsp;</p>

<p>No prime minister has completed a full five-year tenure in Pakistan's 75-year history. While the longest tenure for a prime minister is four years and two months, the shortest tenure is two weeks.</p>

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Pakistan's opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif has been elected as the country's new prime minister in the National Assembly. Thanking the lawmakers for supporting him, Sharif said "It's a victory of righteousness, and evil has been defeated.

Pakistan's opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif has been elected as the country's new prime minister in the National Assembly. Thanking the lawmakers for supporting him, Sharif said "It's a victory of righteousness, and evil has been defeated." The 70-year-old is the leader of the centrist Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N). He is the brother of former Pakistan premier Nawaz Sharif, and has served as the chief minister of Punjab province thrice. His predecessor Imran Khan was ousted after a no-confidence motion was passed against him after a week-long constitutional confrontation. Shehbaz Sharif was elected to the National Assembly in 1990. Following a military coup that deposed the government of Pakistan in 1999, Shehbaaz had to spent several years in exile in Saudi Arabia. He returned to Pakistan in 2007 and was nominated for the post of the president of PML-N following the disqualification of Nawaz Sharif from holding office. As dollar continues to soar, a massive economic meltdown is staring the country in the face. No wonder Niazi is running away after leaving a legacy of broken economy, constitutional crisis & political instability. Pakistan did not deserve it.. Time to right all the wrongs is NOW! — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) April 7, 2022 × Shehbaz has a reputation domestically as an effective administrator more than as a politician. Analysts say he enjoys amicable relations with Pakistan's military, which traditionally controls foreign and defence policy in the nuclear-armed nation of 220 million people. On Thursday last week, the Pakistan Supreme Court had ordered that the no-confidence motion, which was disallowed by the deputy speaker last Sunday, be held by 10: 30 a.m. on Saturday (April 9). In a unanimous 5-0 verdict, the top court bench, led by Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, quashed the presidential order to dissolve Parliament, which was done at the behest of Khan. Also see | Pakistan prime ministers whose tenures ended prematurely since 1947 Ahead of the voting in Pakistan's parliament, Imran Khan said "The man who has 16 billion and 8 billion rupees of corruption cases, whoever selects and elects the Prime Minister cannot be a bigger insult to the country. We are resigning from the National Assembly." “Shahbaz Sharif will be a slave of America… he said in a TV Programme yesterday that beggars are not choosers… what does this mean? Does that mean that the poor and beggars are slaves. Ask him (Shehbaz Sharif) who brought Pakistan to such a state. Just because we are poor, should we be slaves?” he added. In response, Shahbaz Sharif said, ''We did not invite any foreign power and neither are we involved in any foreign conspiracy.'' He further denied receiving any letter from Pakistan's President Arif Alvi regarding the appointment of an interim prime minister. In 2019, National Accountability Bureau had seized nearly two dozen properties belonging to Shehbaz Sharif and his son Hamza, accusing them of money laundering. He was arrested and detained in September 2020. However, he was released six months later on bail for a trial which is still pending. Since the independence of Pakistan in 1947, there have been four military coups in the country. It has spent over three decades under military rule. No prime minister has completed a full five-year tenure in Pakistan's 75-year history. While the longest tenure for a prime minister is four years and two months, the shortest tenure is two weeks. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Shehbaz Sharif, the new prime minister of Pakistan? What you should know

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<p>Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan and other members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) resigned from the National Assembly before the session on the process of electing a new prime minister began on Monday (April 11).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) Shehbaz Sharif is all set to become the new prime minister of a nation of 220 million people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While announcing that he will not participate in the process of electing a new PM, Imran Khan&nbsp;urged the nation to not choose Sharif, the leader of the united opposition. Khan also labelled&nbsp;Shehbaz Sharif&nbsp;as an ''extremely corrupt'' man.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As tweeted by the official handle of the PTI party, Khan said, "The man who has 16 billion and 8 billion rupees of corruption cases, whoever selects and elects the Prime Minister cannot be a bigger insult to the country. We are resigning from the National Assembly."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, a Pakistani court on Monday deferred until April 27 the indictment of joint Opposition's prime ministerial candidate Shehbaz Sharif and his son Hamza Shehbaz in a high-profile money laundering case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court also extended their pre-arrest bail till the same day. The move has allowed the PML-N president to become the new prime minister.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by India-based PTI news agency quoting a court official, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) special court on Monday accepted Shehbaz's application seeking exemption from personal appearance in court in the money laundering proceedings for one day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shehbaz and his sons - Hamza and Suleman - were booked by FIA in November 2020 under various sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act and Anti-Money Laundering Act. Suleman is absconding and residing in the UK.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The FIA investigation has detected 28&nbsp;<em>benami</em>&nbsp;accounts, allegedly of the Shehbaz family, through which an amount to the tune of PKR 14 billion was laundered from 2008 to 2018. The FIA examined the money trail of 17,000 credit transactions and the amount was kept in "hidden accounts" and given to Shehbaz in his personal capacity.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan</strong></p>

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Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan and other members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) resigned from the National Assembly before the session on the process of electing a new prime minister began on Monday (April 11).

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan and other members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) resigned from the National Assembly before the session on the process of electing a new prime minister began on Monday (April 11). The leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) Shehbaz Sharif is all set to become the new prime minister of a nation of 220 million people. While announcing that he will not participate in the process of electing a new PM, Imran Khan urged the nation to not choose Sharif, the leader of the united opposition. Khan also labelled Shehbaz Sharif as an ''extremely corrupt'' man. As tweeted by the official handle of the PTI party, Khan said, "The man who has 16 billion and 8 billion rupees of corruption cases, whoever selects and elects the Prime Minister cannot be a bigger insult to the country. We are resigning from the National Assembly." ALSO READ | PTI members resign from Pak parliament with its chief Imran Khan saying not to elect Shehbaaz Sharif جس آدمی پر 16 ارب اور 8 ارب روپے کے کرپشن کیسز ہیں،اسے جو بھی وزیراعظم سلیکٹ اور الیکٹ کرتا ہے اس سے بڑی ملک کی توہین نہیں ہو سکتی۔ہم قومی اسمبلی سے استعفے دے رہے ہیں، عمران خان#امپورٹڈ_حکومت_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/hzQf7y1fDe — PTI (@PTIofficial) April 11, 2022 × Meanwhile, a Pakistani court on Monday deferred until April 27 the indictment of joint Opposition's prime ministerial candidate Shehbaz Sharif and his son Hamza Shehbaz in a high-profile money laundering case. The court also extended their pre-arrest bail till the same day. The move has allowed the PML-N president to become the new prime minister. As reported by India-based PTI news agency quoting a court official, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) special court on Monday accepted Shehbaz's application seeking exemption from personal appearance in court in the money laundering proceedings for one day. Shehbaz and his sons - Hamza and Suleman - were booked by FIA in November 2020 under various sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act and Anti-Money Laundering Act. Suleman is absconding and residing in the UK. The FIA investigation has detected 28 benami accounts, allegedly of the Shehbaz family, through which an amount to the tune of PKR 14 billion was laundered from 2008 to 2018. The FIA examined the money trail of 17,000 credit transactions and the amount was kept in "hidden accounts" and given to Shehbaz in his personal capacity. WATCH | Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan × (With inputs from agencies)

Man with 'corruption cases' of billions of rupees: Imran Khan on Shehbaz Sharif

In a recent update on Pakistan's political crisis, the top court will seal Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's fate today. The top court verdict is only a few hours away. To know more details, watch this report by Anas Mallick.

Turmoil in Pakistan: Top court to seal PM Imran Khan's fate today

<p class="MsoNormal">The Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to boycott the voting for the election of the country’s next Prime Minister, the party’s candidate Shah Mahmood Qureshi announced on Monday.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">This decision was taken after a PTI parliamentary meeting in Islamabad earlier in the day.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Minutes into the session of the National Assembly, the former foreign minister of Pakistan appreciated Imran Khan for his nomination and said that the PTI members will be boycotting the vote as a mark of protest. The PTI lawmakers staged a walkout at the end of his speech on the floor.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong></o:p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-pak-political-crisis-pm-imran-faces-no-confidence-vote-in-parliament-469510" hreflang="en">LIVE: 'New government is bound to fall,' says speaker during NA session</a></strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">After the defeat of Imran Khan in the no-confidence vote, the race to become the new Prime Minister is mainly between Qureshi and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz president Shehbaz Sharif.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">With the boycott, Shehbaz seems to be the likely candidate to win the race for the position.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Earlier, former information minister Fawad Chaudhry made it clear that all PTI lawmakers will tender their resignation from the National Assembly and none of them will have any part to play in a government which will be formed under a ‘foreign agenda’, according to a PTI report.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong></o:p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pti-members-resign-from-pak-parliament-with-its-chief-imran-khan-saying-not-to-shehbaaz-sharif-470201">Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf resign from National Assembly</a></strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Parliamentary Committee has decided to resign from the National Assembly. Today, all members of the Assembly are submitting their resignations to the Speaker. We will fight for freedom,” he tweeted in Urdu.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Currently, the winning candidate require the support of 172 lawmakers among the total 342 and Shehbaz Sharif is believed to hold the necessary number of votes after the no-confidence motion.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;</strong></o:p><strong>Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan</strong></p>

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The Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to boycott the voting for the election of the country’s next Prime Minister, the party’s candidate Shah Mahmood Qureshi announced on Monday.

The Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to boycott the voting for the election of the country’s next Prime Minister, the party’s candidate Shah Mahmood Qureshi announced on Monday. This decision was taken after a PTI parliamentary meeting in Islamabad earlier in the day. Minutes into the session of the National Assembly, the former foreign minister of Pakistan appreciated Imran Khan for his nomination and said that the PTI members will be boycotting the vote as a mark of protest. The PTI lawmakers staged a walkout at the end of his speech on the floor. Also read | LIVE: 'New government is bound to fall,' says speaker during NA session After the defeat of Imran Khan in the no-confidence vote, the race to become the new Prime Minister is mainly between Qureshi and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz president Shehbaz Sharif. With the boycott, Shehbaz seems to be the likely candidate to win the race for the position. Earlier, former information minister Fawad Chaudhry made it clear that all PTI lawmakers will tender their resignation from the National Assembly and none of them will have any part to play in a government which will be formed under a ‘foreign agenda’, according to a PTI report. Also read | Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf resign from National Assembly “The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Parliamentary Committee has decided to resign from the National Assembly. Today, all members of the Assembly are submitting their resignations to the Speaker. We will fight for freedom,” he tweeted in Urdu. Currently, the winning candidate require the support of 172 lawmakers among the total 342 and Shehbaz Sharif is believed to hold the necessary number of votes after the no-confidence motion. WATCH | Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan

Imran Khan's PTI to boycott Pakistan National Assembly session for election of new prime minister

Pakistan's political crisis is reaching its climax. After several delays, the voting on the no-confidence motion is underway.

All eyes are on Imran Khan's next move as voting on the no-confidence motion is underway

The challenge of dethroning Imran Khan was just the beginning for Shehbaz Sharif. If voted to be the new premier, Shehbaz will be staring at a list of challenges to be tackled urgently that were left behind by the Khan Government

Challenges ahead for Shehbaz Sharif, can he bring stability to Pakistan?

Imran Khan being voted out in the national assembly is bound to have ramifications worldwide especially in South Asia. Shehbaz Sharif who is set to be elected as new PM of the country will have to deal with a bruised foreign policy

Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan

<p>Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have started resigning from the National Assembly.</p>

<p>Pakistan's science and technology minister Fawad Hussain tweeted, ''Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Parliamentary Committee has decided to resign from the National Assembly. Today, all members of the Assembly are submitting their resignations to the Speaker. We will fight for freedom''</p>

<p>Meanwhile, former PM Imran Khan asked Pakistani citizens not to choose opposition leader Shehbaaz Sharif as their next leader as he is an ''extremely corrupt'' man.</p>

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<p>"The man who has 16 billion and 8 billion rupees of corruption cases, whoever selects and elects the Prime Minister cannot be a bigger insult to the country. We are resigning from the National Assembly," former PM Imran Khan said.</p>

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<p>Shafqat Mahmood, PTI Member of National Assembly from Lahore has already resigned. He made the announcement on Twitter.</p>

<p>''As per decision of the party I have today resigned as a member of the National Assembly. By sitting in the assembly I refuse to legitimise the conspiratorial accession to power of these looters and plunderers.''</p>

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<p>Pakistan's parliament is set to meet on Monday to elect a new prime minister.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After a week-long constitutional crisis that climaxed on Sunday when Imran Khan lost a no-confidence vote, Shehbaz Sharif is the favourite to win.</p>

<p>The 70-year-old was the chief minister of Pakistan thrice. He is also the younger brother of three-time prime minister Nawaz Sharif.</p>

<p>PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz said, "We don't believe in revenge. We will account for everything. The cargo train that used to ply till Bani Gala will be accounted."</p>

<p>"And if anybody comes in the way of Pakistan's development, they will be tackled," she said.</p>

<p>Political analyst Talat Masood told AFP, "From what he (Imran) has been saying, he seems to want to... pursue a kind of a policy of trying to sort of rebel rather (than) make things better for the country and society."</p>

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Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have started resigning from the National Assembly. Pakistan's science and technology minister Fawad Hussain tweeted, ''Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Parliamentary Committee has decided to resign from the National Assembly.

Members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have started resigning from the National Assembly. Pakistan's science and technology minister Fawad Hussain tweeted, ''Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Parliamentary Committee has decided to resign from the National Assembly. Today, all members of the Assembly are submitting their resignations to the Speaker. We will fight for freedom'' Meanwhile, former PM Imran Khan asked Pakistani citizens not to choose opposition leader Shehbaaz Sharif as their next leader as he is an ''extremely corrupt'' man. "The man who has 16 billion and 8 billion rupees of corruption cases, whoever selects and elects the Prime Minister cannot be a bigger insult to the country. We are resigning from the National Assembly," former PM Imran Khan said. جس آدمی پر 16 ارب اور 8 ارب روپے کے کرپشن کیسز ہیں،اسے جو بھی وزیراعظم سلیکٹ اور الیکٹ کرتا ہے اس سے بڑی ملک کی توہین نہیں ہو سکتی۔ہم قومی اسمبلی سے استعفے دے رہے ہیں، عمران خان#امپورٹڈ_حکومت_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/hzQf7y1fDe — PTI (@PTIofficial) April 11, 2022 × Shafqat Mahmood, PTI Member of National Assembly from Lahore has already resigned. He made the announcement on Twitter. ''As per decision of the party I have today resigned as a member of the National Assembly. By sitting in the assembly I refuse to legitimise the conspiratorial accession to power of these looters and plunderers.'' As per decision of the party I have today resigned as a member of the National Assembly. By sitting in the assembly I refuse to legitimise the conspiratorial accession to power of these looters and plunderers pic.twitter.com/lziN7QETmW — Shafqat Mahmood (@Shafqat_Mahmood) April 11, 2022 × Pakistan's parliament is set to meet on Monday to elect a new prime minister. After a week-long constitutional crisis that climaxed on Sunday when Imran Khan lost a no-confidence vote, Shehbaz Sharif is the favourite to win. The 70-year-old was the chief minister of Pakistan thrice. He is also the younger brother of three-time prime minister Nawaz Sharif. PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz said, "We don't believe in revenge. We will account for everything. The cargo train that used to ply till Bani Gala will be accounted." "And if anybody comes in the way of Pakistan's development, they will be tackled," she said. Political analyst Talat Masood told AFP, "From what he (Imran) has been saying, he seems to want to... pursue a kind of a policy of trying to sort of rebel rather (than) make things better for the country and society." (With inputs from agencies)

PTI members resign from Pak parliament with its chief Imran Khan saying not to elect Shehbaaz Sharif

Thousands take to Pakistan streets in favour of ousted PM Imran Khan

Pakistan's political crisis is reaching its climax. The debate for a no-confidence vote against Imran's government was underway until the ruling party delayed it.

Pakistan Political Crisis update: High-level meeting of the national assembly secretariat

Pakistan prime ministers whose tenures ended prematurely since 1947

After yesterday's midnight chaos, Imran Khan becomes 1st PM to lose the trust vote & the national assembly session now will reconvene on Monday. In a recent update on Pak political crisis, the session has been shifted from 11 am to 2 pm which will be seeing the election of the new PM of the country

Pakistan Political Crisis: New Prime Minister to be elected on Monday

<p>Pakistan's political crisis and Army influence serve as a constant reminder to Pakistani leaders of India's strong democracy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since the beginning of the ongoing political crisis, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly praised Indian democracy, foreign policy, and domestic politics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pakistan's opposition leaders are now educating him on India's healthy democracy and fair politics.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-pak-political-crisis-pm-imran-faces-no-confidence-vote-in-parliament-469510"><strong>LIVE: No-confidence motion: Pak assembly adjourned till 1pm</strong></a></p>

<p>PML(N) vice president Maryam Nawaz slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of the no-confidence vote, citing India's outstanding example.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/threat-letter-shown-by-pm-imran-khan-was-drafted-by-pakistans-foreign-office-maryam-nawaz-468703"><strong>Also read | Threat letter shown by PM Imran Khan was drafted by Pakistan's foreign office: Maryam Nawaz&nbsp;</strong></a></p>

<p>Imran Khan's address to the country, in which he announced that he will not allow a "imported government" led by the opposition, prompted her reaction.&nbsp;<br />
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On Friday night, she took to Twitter to remind out that no Indian prime minister facing a no-trust motion has broken the Constitution, democracy, or ethics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maryam Nawaz Tweeted in Urdu, "There were 27 no-confidence motions against the various prime ministers who were reciting the anthems of India. No one has played with the constitution, democracy and ethics. Vajpayee lost by one vote, went home - did not take the country, constitution and nation hostage like you (Imran Khan) !"</p>

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<p>There have been 27 no-confidence motions filed against Indian Prime Ministers so far, with three of them losing power: VP Singh, HD Deve Gowda, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee.</p>

<p>Vajpayee's case, where he calmly accepted defeat after losing by one vote, was mentioned by ex-PM Nawaz Sharif's daughter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Imran Khan, who had been Prime Minister of Pakistan since 2018, was set to face a no-confidence vote on April 3rd, which he was expected to lose.</p>

<p>Instead, he skipped the polls, petitioned the President to dissolve Parliament, and warned the public that elections were imminent.</p>

<p>Finally on April 10, the no-confidence motion against PM Imran Khan was passed after 174 votes were polled in favour of it.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/no-trust-vote-against-imran-khan-heres-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-procedure-469533"><strong>Also read | No-trust vote against Imran Khan: Here's all you need to know about the procedure</strong></a></p>

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Pakistan's political crisis and Army influence serve as a constant reminder to Pakistani leaders of India's strong democracy. Since the beginning of the ongoing political crisis, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly praised Indian democracy, foreign policy, and domestic politics.

Pakistan's political crisis and Army influence serve as a constant reminder to Pakistani leaders of India's strong democracy. Since the beginning of the ongoing political crisis, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly praised Indian democracy, foreign policy, and domestic politics. Pakistan's opposition leaders are now educating him on India's healthy democracy and fair politics. LIVE: No-confidence motion: Pak assembly adjourned till 1pm PML(N) vice president Maryam Nawaz slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of the no-confidence vote, citing India's outstanding example. Also read | Threat letter shown by PM Imran Khan was drafted by Pakistan's foreign office: Maryam Nawaz Imran Khan's address to the country, in which he announced that he will not allow a "imported government" led by the opposition, prompted her reaction. On Friday night, she took to Twitter to remind out that no Indian prime minister facing a no-trust motion has broken the Constitution, democracy, or ethics. Maryam Nawaz Tweeted in Urdu, "There were 27 no-confidence motions against the various prime ministers who were reciting the anthems of India. No one has played with the constitution, democracy and ethics. Vajpayee lost by one vote, went home - did not take the country, constitution and nation hostage like you (Imran Khan) !" There have been 27 no-confidence motions filed against Indian Prime Ministers so far, with three of them losing power: VP Singh, HD Deve Gowda, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Vajpayee's case, where he calmly accepted defeat after losing by one vote, was mentioned by ex-PM Nawaz Sharif's daughter. Imran Khan, who had been Prime Minister of Pakistan since 2018, was set to face a no-confidence vote on April 3rd, which he was expected to lose. Instead, he skipped the polls, petitioned the President to dissolve Parliament, and warned the public that elections were imminent. Finally on April 10, the no-confidence motion against PM Imran Khan was passed after 174 votes were polled in favour of it. Also read | No-trust vote against Imran Khan: Here's all you need to know about the procedure (With inputs from agencies)

'Vajpayee lost by one vote but didn't violate constitution,': Maryam Nawaz tells Imran Khan

<p>The possibility of Shehbaz Sharif becoming next prime minister of Pakistan may be better for China-Pakistan ties, a 'Global Times' report said on Sunday.</p>

<p>The change in guard seems to have been welcomed by the state-run daily. The all-weather ties between China and Pakistan "could be better than under Khan", it said, while saying about the scenario if Sharif becomes PM. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The write-up in the daily, which is regarded as Chinese official media, said that a new Pakistan government may get formed under Shehbaz when Parliament reconvenes to vote for a new PM on Monday. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/weekend-special-should-ex-pak-pm-imran-khan-have-chosen-a-graceful-exit-469980" hreflang="en">Weekend Special: Should ex-Pak PM Imran Khan have chosen a ‘graceful exit’?</a></strong></p>

<p>"Chinese and Pakistani analysts consider that the solid China-Pakistan relations will not be affected by the internal political change in Pakistan because to safeguard and develop the bilateral ties is the joint consensus of all parties and all groups in Pakistan," it said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"The potential successor of Khan is from the Sharif family, which has been promoting China-Pakistan ties for a long time, and cooperation between the two countries could be even better than under Khan," it said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan Political Crisis: Can Shehbaz Sharif bring stability to Pakistan?</strong>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The close ties between the two nations were better under traditional political parties, it added. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Khan is from a newly rising political party, and when traditional major political parties like the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) or the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) return to power, China-Pakistan cooperation could be even better because these traditional major parties have much closer and deeper ties with China," Qian Feng, director, research department, National Strategy Institute at Tsinghua University told the daily. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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The possibility of Shehbaz Sharif becoming next prime minister of Pakistan may be better for China-Pakistan ties, a 'Global Times' report said on Sunday. The change in guard seems to have been welcomed by the state-run daily.

The possibility of Shehbaz Sharif becoming next prime minister of Pakistan may be better for China-Pakistan ties, a 'Global Times' report said on Sunday. The change in guard seems to have been welcomed by the state-run daily. The all-weather ties between China and Pakistan "could be better than under Khan", it said, while saying about the scenario if Sharif becomes PM. The write-up in the daily, which is regarded as Chinese official media, said that a new Pakistan government may get formed under Shehbaz when Parliament reconvenes to vote for a new PM on Monday. Also Read | Weekend Special: Should ex-Pak PM Imran Khan have chosen a ‘graceful exit’? "Chinese and Pakistani analysts consider that the solid China-Pakistan relations will not be affected by the internal political change in Pakistan because to safeguard and develop the bilateral ties is the joint consensus of all parties and all groups in Pakistan," it said. "The potential successor of Khan is from the Sharif family, which has been promoting China-Pakistan ties for a long time, and cooperation between the two countries could be even better than under Khan," it said. Watch: Pakistan Political Crisis: Can Shehbaz Sharif bring stability to Pakistan? × The close ties between the two nations were better under traditional political parties, it added. "Khan is from a newly rising political party, and when traditional major political parties like the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) or the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) return to power, China-Pakistan cooperation could be even better because these traditional major parties have much closer and deeper ties with China," Qian Feng, director, research department, National Strategy Institute at Tsinghua University told the daily. (With inputs from agencies)

China-Pakistan ties could be better under Shehbaz Sharif than Imran Khan, says report

PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto said we welcome you back to the purana Pakistan. Democracy is the best revenge, Pakistan Zindabad. Shehbaz Sharif has also assured that his government won't seek revenge.

Pak political crisis: 'Democracy, of course, is the best revenge,' says Bilawal Bhutto

Imran Khan loses the no-trust vote: PTI nominates Qureshi as PM candidate

Pakistan Political Crisis: Can Shehbaz Sharif bring stability to Pakistan?

<p>After days of confusion, finally, Imran Khan <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-pak-political-crisis-pm-imran-faces-no-confidence-vote-in-parliament-469510">lost</a> his Prime Miniter seat in the historic no-confidence motion in the early hours of April 10, 2022. Crisis in Pakistan's politics and Imran Khan has become the talk of the world, amid all this, netizens have come&nbsp;up with something that will surely shock you.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
We all are aware of Imran's past, and how he has always been in the headlines for his short love affairs during his young days. Known as a playboy - who used to chase young models and loved to&nbsp;enjoy the company of many popular divas - but still, will you believe that once he almost got married to a Bollywood superstar Rekha.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pak-political-power-play-imran-khan-ousted-what-it-means-for-the-world-469905">Watch | Pak political powerplay: Imran Khan ousted, what it means for world?</a><br />
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The post that is doing rounds on the internet is a newspaper print from the year 1985 and is all about cricketer-turned-politician Khan and his serious love affair with Rekha.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
The archival piece is reportedly from the Star newspaper and is about Khan and his rumoured affair with the yesteryear actress. The article with the headline, ''Rekha Imran to wed, his inswing perfected,'' claims that Khan spent almost a month in Bombay (Mumbai), India and was spotted with the '80s most famous actress and together they both used to spend a lot of time at the beaches, at her home and nightclubs.</p>

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<p>The piece also reads that whoever saw them together enjoying each other's company was struck by their closeness and was convinced instantly ''that they loved each other deeply and passionately.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/weekend-special-should-ex-pak-pm-imran-khan-have-chosen-a-graceful-exit-469980" hreflang="en">Weekend Special: Should ex-Pak PM Imran Khan have chosen a ‘graceful exit’?</a><br />
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The archival piece also claims that Rekha's mother was very impressed with Imran and said in a statement that she finds Imran as a perfect groom for her beautiful daughter.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Although, the same article further reads that Khan loves enjoying the company of ''renowned girls'' of the society and quoted Khan's point on dating,&nbsp;''The company of actresses is good for&nbsp;short period. I enjoy their company for some time and then move ahead. I cannnot even think to&nbsp;marry&nbsp;a movie actress.''<br />
<br />
For the unversed, the former PM of Pakistan enjoyed his bachelor days for 42 years of his life. Khan, who has married thrice in his life, had a short fling with many 80's Bollywood actresses including Shabana Azmi, and Zeenat Aman among others. Talking about Rekha, her love life is also quite interesting and always grabbed headlines time and again.&nbsp;</p>

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After days of confusion, finally, Imran Khan lost his Prime Miniter seat in the historic no-confidence motion in the early hours of April 10, 2022. Crisis in Pakistan's politics and Imran Khan has become the talk of the world, amid all this, netizens have come up with something that will surely shock you.

After days of confusion, finally, Imran Khan lost his Prime Miniter seat in the historic no-confidence motion in the early hours of April 10, 2022. Crisis in Pakistan's politics and Imran Khan has become the talk of the world, amid all this, netizens have come up with something that will surely shock you. We all are aware of Imran's past, and how he has always been in the headlines for his short love affairs during his young days. Known as a playboy - who used to chase young models and loved to enjoy the company of many popular divas - but still, will you believe that once he almost got married to a Bollywood superstar Rekha. Watch | Pak political powerplay: Imran Khan ousted, what it means for world? The post that is doing rounds on the internet is a newspaper print from the year 1985 and is all about cricketer-turned-politician Khan and his serious love affair with Rekha. The archival piece is reportedly from the Star newspaper and is about Khan and his rumoured affair with the yesteryear actress. The article with the headline, ''Rekha Imran to wed, his inswing perfected,'' claims that Khan spent almost a month in Bombay (Mumbai), India and was spotted with the '80s most famous actress and together they both used to spend a lot of time at the beaches, at her home and nightclubs. View this post on Instagram A post shared by History of Pakistan (@historyofpak) × The piece also reads that whoever saw them together enjoying each other's company was struck by their closeness and was convinced instantly ''that they loved each other deeply and passionately.” Weekend Special: Should ex-Pak PM Imran Khan have chosen a ‘graceful exit’? The archival piece also claims that Rekha's mother was very impressed with Imran and said in a statement that she finds Imran as a perfect groom for her beautiful daughter. Although, the same article further reads that Khan loves enjoying the company of ''renowned girls'' of the society and quoted Khan's point on dating, ''The company of actresses is good for short period. I enjoy their company for some time and then move ahead. I cannnot even think to marry a movie actress.'' For the unversed, the former PM of Pakistan enjoyed his bachelor days for 42 years of his life. Khan, who has married thrice in his life, had a short fling with many 80's Bollywood actresses including Shabana Azmi, and Zeenat Aman among others. Talking about Rekha, her love life is also quite interesting and always grabbed headlines time and again.

Blast from the past: When Rekha and Imran Khan loved each other 'passionately'

<p>Refuting the news of the resignation of Pakistan's Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri, the National Assembly Secretariat on Sunday clarified that Suri did not resign from his office, reported local media adding that he will chair the crucial National Assembly on Monday for the election of the new Prime Minister of Pakistan.</p>

<p>Moreover, National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaisar resigned from his office on Saturday ahead of voting on a no-confidence motion against former Prime Minister Imran Khan.</p>

<p>While showing the threatening letter in the National Assembly Qaiser offered," I have the letter if anyone wants to see it?," reported ARY News.</p>

<p>"It is my constitutional duty to protect the state of Pakistan, it might be my last session of the house to the chair," he said. "I am bound on oath for the constitution of Pakistan". "We have to stand for our sovereignty", he said.</p>

<p>As Qaiser stepped down, the speaker's seat was held by the member of the panel of chair Ayaz Sadiq, who conducted voting on the no-confidence motion.</p>

<p>The voting on the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government began in the country's National Assembly late on Saturday night where 174 members have recorded their votes in favour of the resolution that ousted Imran Khan.</p>


Refuting the news of the resignation of Pakistan's Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri, the National Assembly Secretariat on Sunday clarified that Suri did not resign from his office, reported local media adding that he will chair the crucial National Assembly on Monday for the election of the new Prime Minister of Pakistan.

Refuting the news of the resignation of Pakistan's Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri, the National Assembly Secretariat on Sunday clarified that Suri did not resign from his office, reported local media adding that he will chair the crucial National Assembly on Monday for the election of the new Prime Minister of Pakistan. Moreover, National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaisar resigned from his office on Saturday ahead of voting on a no-confidence motion against former Prime Minister Imran Khan. While showing the threatening letter in the National Assembly Qaiser offered," I have the letter if anyone wants to see it?," reported ARY News. "It is my constitutional duty to protect the state of Pakistan, it might be my last session of the house to the chair," he said. "I am bound on oath for the constitution of Pakistan". "We have to stand for our sovereignty", he said. As Qaiser stepped down, the speaker's seat was held by the member of the panel of chair Ayaz Sadiq, who conducted voting on the no-confidence motion. The voting on the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government began in the country's National Assembly late on Saturday night where 174 members have recorded their votes in favour of the resolution that ousted Imran Khan.

Pak Deputy Speaker did not resign, to chair crucial session on Monday

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