In one of the first few appointments after the change in regime, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza Sharif has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Punjab province.

Pakistan: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza Sharif elected CM of Pakistan's Punjab

The newly instated Pakistan prime minister Shehbaz Sharif is yet to announce his cabinet. While PPP is unlikely to bat for cabinet berth, intense discussions within allies over berths are going on.

Pakistan: PPP content with one constitutional post, intense discussions within allies over berths

Will Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) join the Cabinet of the new government led by Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif? &nbsp;

The question seems to be on the minds of several people in Pakistan and elsewhere. &nbsp;

Although the PM has been laying stress that the second largest party in the ruling coalition should join it, the co-chair of PPP, Asif Ali Zardari, has hinted that the party may not take up any ministries. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The party seems to be more interested in constitutional offices,&nbsp;Dawn reported quoting a PPP leader.&nbsp;It also wants to give a chance to other members of the coalition, which comprises eight political parties. &nbsp;

"I don't think we are taking any ministries. We want to give a chance to our friends,” PPP co-chair told journalists on Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The remark came outside the National Assembly when Raja Pervaiz Ashraf of PPP was elected as speaker unopposed. &nbsp;

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The Cabinet is yet to be decided. The PPP has earlier told the PM that it wants to support the government from the outside, Dawn said citing sources. &nbsp;

“We know the fragile nature of our alliance and we want to see the present government succeeding. We don’t want to give an impression that we have come to power only to get some portfolios or to enjoy perks and privileges. We want business,” a PPP leader had earlier said. &nbsp;

The PM has also been tight-lipped over the inclusion of PPP in the Cabinet. A decision on the federal Cabinet may come soon, media reports said citing sources in PML(N). &nbsp;

The PPP seems to have been preparing for the next elections as it has started accepting applications for ticket allotment for general elections, both for national and provincial assembly seats. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Will Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) join the Cabinet of the new government led by Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif? The question seems to be on the minds of several people in Pakistan and elsewhere.

Will Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) join the Cabinet of the new government led by Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif? The question seems to be on the minds of several people in Pakistan and elsewhere. Although the PM has been laying stress that the second largest party in the ruling coalition should join it, the co-chair of PPP, Asif Ali Zardari, has hinted that the party may not take up any ministries. Also Read: Raja Parvaiz Ashraf elected new Pak National Assembly Speaker The party seems to be more interested in constitutional offices, Dawn reported quoting a PPP leader. It also wants to give a chance to other members of the coalition, which comprises eight political parties. "I don't think we are taking any ministries. We want to give a chance to our friends,” PPP co-chair told journalists on Saturday. The remark came outside the National Assembly when Raja Pervaiz Ashraf of PPP was elected as speaker unopposed. Watch: Shehbaz Sharif government yet to finalise cabinet, MQM-P likely to get Sindh governorship × The Cabinet is yet to be decided. The PPP has earlier told the PM that it wants to support the government from the outside, Dawn said citing sources. “We know the fragile nature of our alliance and we want to see the present government succeeding. We don’t want to give an impression that we have come to power only to get some portfolios or to enjoy perks and privileges. We want business,” a PPP leader had earlier said. The PM has also been tight-lipped over the inclusion of PPP in the Cabinet. A decision on the federal Cabinet may come soon, media reports said citing sources in PML(N). The PPP seems to have been preparing for the next elections as it has started accepting applications for ticket allotment for general elections, both for national and provincial assembly seats. (With inputs from agencies)

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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza on Saturday (April 16) became the new chief minister of Punjab.

The leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz), Hamza won the election with 197 votes in his favour.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party boycotted the polls due to which Hamza'a rival Pervaiz Elahi did not get any votes.

However, they manhandled Deputy Speaker Dost Muhammad Mazari in Pakistan's Punjab Assembly after which a ruckus erupted.

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According to Mazari, "Those who attacked me want martial law in Pakistan but they will not succeed."&nbsp;

In response, Elahi said, "Whatever happened today in the assembly is to be blamed on Deputy Speaker Mazari."

"Rana Mashood tortured me after which I fell unconscious and he was guiding them," he claimed.

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Hamza said, “When we were sitting in the lobby and got to know that you were targeted. I believe this is not an attack on you but on this assembly’s respect. Time goes but characters are membered.”

He praised Mazari for the braveness with which he fulfilled his duty and paid him a tribute.

“Nation was worried for 15 days and today despite all this Democracy won. This is not my victory it is a victory of each and every member sitting here,” Hamza said.

“I want to ask Imran Khan why did you promise 10 million jobs, five million houses when currently hundreds of thousands of youngsters are unemployed at the moment,” he added.

In Punjab's National Assembly, a candidate needs 186 votes to become the chief minister. Hamza has been its member since 6 September 2018.

Hamza's father Shehbaz Sharif has served as the chief minister of Pakistan's Punjab thrice.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza on Saturday (April 16) became the new chief minister of Punjab. The leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz), Hamza won the election with 197 votes in his favour.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza on Saturday (April 16) became the new chief minister of Punjab. The leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz), Hamza won the election with 197 votes in his favour. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party boycotted the polls due to which Hamza'a rival Pervaiz Elahi did not get any votes. However, they manhandled Deputy Speaker Dost Muhammad Mazari in Pakistan's Punjab Assembly after which a ruckus erupted. According to Mazari, "Those who attacked me want martial law in Pakistan but they will not succeed." In response, Elahi said, "Whatever happened today in the assembly is to be blamed on Deputy Speaker Mazari." "Rana Mashood tortured me after which I fell unconscious and he was guiding them," he claimed. Also read | Former PM Khan requests overseas Pakistanis to donate for his campaign Hamza said, “When we were sitting in the lobby and got to know that you were targeted. I believe this is not an attack on you but on this assembly’s respect. Time goes but characters are membered.” He praised Mazari for the braveness with which he fulfilled his duty and paid him a tribute. “Nation was worried for 15 days and today despite all this Democracy won. This is not my victory it is a victory of each and every member sitting here,” Hamza said. “I want to ask Imran Khan why did you promise 10 million jobs, five million houses when currently hundreds of thousands of youngsters are unemployed at the moment,” he added. In Punjab's National Assembly, a candidate needs 186 votes to become the chief minister. Hamza has been its member since 6 September 2018. Hamza's father Shehbaz Sharif has served as the chief minister of Pakistan's Punjab thrice. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza becomes new chief minister of Punjab amid ruckus

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday (April 16) requested Pakistanis living abroad to donate to his campaign against the ''imported' government''.

"Let's thwart the foreign conspiracy for regime change and take the country towards elections. Let the people of Pakistan decide their government," Khan said.

"This is an insult to the 22 crore Pakistani people," the 69-year-old former cricketer added.

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He tweeted on the microblogging platform Twitter, "It is always the people of the country who defend their sovereignty and democracy."

Khan was ousted after a no-confidence motion was passed against him in the National Assembly of Pakistan.

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Opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif, who had been the chief minister of Punjab, was chosen as the country's new leader.

Former premier Nawaz Sharif's brother Shehbaz will be in power till an election that must be held by October next year.

His government cemented the control of the lower house of the parliament after Raja Parvaiz Ashraf was elected as its new speaker.

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"I consider it my duty not to let the voice of the Opposition get suppressed," &nbsp;Ashraf said.

"There is a saying in English that the majority has its way, but the Opposition must have its say. We have to always keep this in view," he added.

Previously, Qasim Khan Suri, who is a member of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, resigned as deputy speaker of Pakistan's National Assembly.

"We will never compromise on Pakistan's sovereignty and integrity. We will fight for the country's interests and independence. We will go to any length to protect Pakistan," he tweeted.

The acceptance of the resignation of PTI members is still pending. Pakistan faces the prospect of nearly 100-by elections within two months if they are accepted.

This can be a potential platform for Khan to mobilise support. But it will be a major distraction for Sharif and his coalition partners.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday (April 16) requested Pakistanis living abroad to donate to his campaign against the ''imported' government''. "Let's thwart the foreign conspiracy for regime change and take the country towards elections.

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday (April 16) requested Pakistanis living abroad to donate to his campaign against the ''imported' government''. "Let's thwart the foreign conspiracy for regime change and take the country towards elections. Let the people of Pakistan decide their government," Khan said. "This is an insult to the 22 crore Pakistani people," the 69-year-old former cricketer added. He tweeted on the microblogging platform Twitter, "It is always the people of the country who defend their sovereignty and democracy." Khan was ousted after a no-confidence motion was passed against him in the National Assembly of Pakistan. My request to all those attending our jalsa in Karachi is to carry our Pakistan flag as this is now a fight for Pakistan's sovereignty & haqeeqi (real) democracy, & against US-instigated regime change, supported by local Mir Jafars. #امپورٹڈ_حکومت_نامنظور — Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 15, 2022 × Opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif, who had been the chief minister of Punjab, was chosen as the country's new leader. Former premier Nawaz Sharif's brother Shehbaz will be in power till an election that must be held by October next year. His government cemented the control of the lower house of the parliament after Raja Parvaiz Ashraf was elected as its new speaker. Also read | See elections happening in Pakistan in 8 weeks time: Fawad Chaudhry "I consider it my duty not to let the voice of the Opposition get suppressed," Ashraf said. "There is a saying in English that the majority has its way, but the Opposition must have its say. We have to always keep this in view," he added. Previously, Qasim Khan Suri, who is a member of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, resigned as deputy speaker of Pakistan's National Assembly. "We will never compromise on Pakistan's sovereignty and integrity. We will fight for the country's interests and independence. We will go to any length to protect Pakistan," he tweeted. The acceptance of the resignation of PTI members is still pending. Pakistan faces the prospect of nearly 100-by elections within two months if they are accepted. This can be a potential platform for Khan to mobilise support. But it will be a major distraction for Sharif and his coalition partners. (With inputs from agencies)

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday accused his predecessor Imran Khan of selling gifts received by Pakistan from foreign nations for over US $773,000 (approx.).

He alleged that Khan took gifts from the Toshakhana and sold them in Dubai.

“I can confirm that Imran Khan took gifts from Toshakhana and sold them in Dubai for Rs140 million,” the PM said during a meeting with senior journalists at PM House, The News International reported.

“Valuable gifts include diamond jewellery, bracelets, watches and sets,” he added.

The gifts given by the dignitaries of a foreign state are put in the state depository, called Toshakhana—a government-owned entity formed in 1974 under the control of Cabinet Division of Pakistan.

According to Pakistani laws, the public gifts can either be deposited to the repository, or it can be kept by state officials by paying half of the price.

But, if they neither submit the gift nor deposit half of the price, then the act becomes illegal.

The accusations were made a day after Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency initiated a probe against Khan for allegedly gifting a necklace to his personal assistant Zulfikar Bukhari who, in turn, had sold it to a jeweller in Lahore for Rs 180 million (over US $994,000 approx.)

That expensive necklace was supposed to be deposited in Toshakhana, Pakistan's The Express Tribune reported.

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But Khan had paid only a fraction of the amount, and not half the price as stipulated by Pakistani laws.

Meanwhile, former minister Fawad Chaudhry refuted Sharif's statement, accusing the latter of "throwing dirt on Imran Khan".

Fawad claimed that Khan bought a watch — that he received from a foreign country — from the government of Pakistan and sold it.

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"What is the offence if the [then] prime minister sold the watch he bought from the government?" Fawad was quoted as saying

"It doesn't matter if the watch is worth Rs50 million or 100 million...if it is mine and I sold it, there shouldn't be any objection."

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(With inputs from agencies)

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday accused his predecessor Imran Khan of selling gifts received by Pakistan from foreign nations for over US $773,000 (approx.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday accused his predecessor Imran Khan of selling gifts received by Pakistan from foreign nations for over US $773,000 (approx.). He alleged that Khan took gifts from the Toshakhana and sold them in Dubai. “I can confirm that Imran Khan took gifts from Toshakhana and sold them in Dubai for Rs140 million,” the PM said during a meeting with senior journalists at PM House, The News International reported. “Valuable gifts include diamond jewellery, bracelets, watches and sets,” he added. The gifts given by the dignitaries of a foreign state are put in the state depository, called Toshakhana—a government-owned entity formed in 1974 under the control of Cabinet Division of Pakistan. According to Pakistani laws, the public gifts can either be deposited to the repository, or it can be kept by state officials by paying half of the price. But, if they neither submit the gift nor deposit half of the price, then the act becomes illegal. The accusations were made a day after Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency initiated a probe against Khan for allegedly gifting a necklace to his personal assistant Zulfikar Bukhari who, in turn, had sold it to a jeweller in Lahore for Rs 180 million (over US $994,000 approx.) That expensive necklace was supposed to be deposited in Toshakhana, Pakistan's The Express Tribune reported. Also read | Pak Army calls Imran Khan’s bluff, trashes ‘conspiracy’ in ousting his government But Khan had paid only a fraction of the amount, and not half the price as stipulated by Pakistani laws. Meanwhile, former minister Fawad Chaudhry refuted Sharif's statement, accusing the latter of "throwing dirt on Imran Khan". Fawad claimed that Khan bought a watch — that he received from a foreign country — from the government of Pakistan and sold it. Also read | Imran Khan can join popular Indian comedy show, says Reham Khan as she mocks her ex-husband "What is the offence if the [then] prime minister sold the watch he bought from the government?" Fawad was quoted as saying "It doesn't matter if the watch is worth Rs50 million or 100 million...if it is mine and I sold it, there shouldn't be any objection." Watch | Gravitas: Imran Khan 'Will Smithed' by Pak Army Chief? (With inputs from agencies)

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif accuses Imran Khan of selling state gifts in Dubai for over $700,000

Pakistan's newly elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to add 12 National Assembly members of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) and seven members of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to his federal cabinet, as per reports in local media. Raja Pervez Ashraf of the PPP will be the&nbsp;candidate to become Speaker of the National Assembly. The preceding Speaker Asad Qaiser decided to resign from his post late on Saturday.

Pakistan's Geo News said that a member from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-F (JUI-F) might become the Deputy Speaker as Qasim Suri is currently facing no-confidence motion

Shehbaz Sharif became Pakistan's prime minister on April 11 after incumbent Imran Khan was ousted through a no-confidence motion. The development made him first prime minister of the country to be removed through the democratic process.

Geo News said that JUI-F will get three ministries and a state minister portfolio while, Muttahida Qaumi Movement - Pakistan (MQM-P) will get the governorship of Sindh, PPP will get Punjab and JUI-F will get Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and BNP-M will get the governorship of Balochistan. Shehbaz Sharif has sought support from &nbsp;MQM-P in the National Assembly (NA) speaker election.

ARY News said that Shehbaz Sharif held meeting with MQM-P leaders during his Karachi visit.

Sharif thanked the MQM-P for supporting the opposition parties in the no-trust motion against the former premier. He individually thanked the lawmakers who cast their votes in the NA, said the report citing sources. He also expressed hope that MQM-P would continue to support the government in the upcoming elections for the NA speaker, reported Ary News

MQM-P was a key ally of Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party's coalition government. In the run up to the no-confidence motion, the party switched side dealing huge blow to Imran Khan.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan's newly elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to add 12 National Assembly members of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) and seven members of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to his federal cabinet, as per reports in local media.

Pakistan's newly elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to add 12 National Assembly members of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) and seven members of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to his federal cabinet, as per reports in local media. Raja Pervez Ashraf of the PPP will be the candidate to become Speaker of the National Assembly. The preceding Speaker Asad Qaiser decided to resign from his post late on Saturday. Pakistan's Geo News said that a member from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-F (JUI-F) might become the Deputy Speaker as Qasim Suri is currently facing no-confidence motion Shehbaz Sharif became Pakistan's prime minister on April 11 after incumbent Imran Khan was ousted through a no-confidence motion. The development made him first prime minister of the country to be removed through the democratic process. Geo News said that JUI-F will get three ministries and a state minister portfolio while, Muttahida Qaumi Movement - Pakistan (MQM-P) will get the governorship of Sindh, PPP will get Punjab and JUI-F will get Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and BNP-M will get the governorship of Balochistan. Shehbaz Sharif has sought support from MQM-P in the National Assembly (NA) speaker election. ARY News said that Shehbaz Sharif held meeting with MQM-P leaders during his Karachi visit. Sharif thanked the MQM-P for supporting the opposition parties in the no-trust motion against the former premier. He individually thanked the lawmakers who cast their votes in the NA, said the report citing sources. He also expressed hope that MQM-P would continue to support the government in the upcoming elections for the NA speaker, reported Ary News MQM-P was a key ally of Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party's coalition government. In the run up to the no-confidence motion, the party switched side dealing huge blow to Imran Khan. (With inputs from agencies)

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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.

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.

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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

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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

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Shehbaz Sharif, who has taken oath as the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Monday (April 11).&nbsp;

Taking to his Twitter handle, PM Modi wrote, "Congratulations to H. E. Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on his election as the Prime Minister of Pakistan."&nbsp;

"India desires peace and stability in a region free of terror, so that we can focus on our development challenges and ensure the well-being and prosperity of our people," PM Modi added.&nbsp;

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Pakistan Muslim League (N) leader Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as the newly-elected Prime Minister of Pakistan.&nbsp;

In his maiden address as PM, Shehbaz Sharif talked about a range of issues, including Kashmir, He said that he wants good relations with India, but it can't be achieved without the resolution of the Kashmir issue.&nbsp;

He raised the issue of abrogation of Article 370 in Kashmir and claimed that people in Pakistan will provide them with "diplomatic and moral support" besides raising the matter at every international forum.&nbsp;

Shehbaz also asked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to come forward to address the Kashmir issue so that the two countries could concentrate on tackling poverty, unemployment, shortage of medicines and other issues on the two sides of the border.&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Shehbaz Sharif, who has taken oath as the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Monday (April 11). Taking to his Twitter handle, PM Modi wrote, "Congratulations to H.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Shehbaz Sharif, who has taken oath as the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Monday (April 11). Taking to his Twitter handle, PM Modi wrote, "Congratulations to H. E. Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on his election as the Prime Minister of Pakistan." "India desires peace and stability in a region free of terror, so that we can focus on our development challenges and ensure the well-being and prosperity of our people," PM Modi added. Congratulations to H. E. Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on his election as the Prime Minister of Pakistan. India desires peace and stability in a region free of terror, so that we can focus on our development challenges and ensure the well-being and prosperity of our people. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 11, 2022 × Pakistan Muslim League (N) leader Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as the newly-elected Prime Minister of Pakistan. In his maiden address as PM, Shehbaz Sharif talked about a range of issues, including Kashmir, He said that he wants good relations with India, but it can't be achieved without the resolution of the Kashmir issue. He raised the issue of abrogation of Article 370 in Kashmir and claimed that people in Pakistan will provide them with "diplomatic and moral support" besides raising the matter at every international forum. Shehbaz also asked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to come forward to address the Kashmir issue so that the two countries could concentrate on tackling poverty, unemployment, shortage of medicines and other issues on the two sides of the border.

'India desires peace and stability': PM Modi congratulates newly elected Pakistan PM Shehbaz 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

The challenge of dethroning Imran Khan was just the beginning for Shehbaz Sharif. Now, PM Shehbaz Sharif will be staring at a list of challenges to be tackled urgently that were left behind by the Khan Government as he inherits a crippling Pak economy

Big challenges for Pakistan's new PM Shehbaz Sharif as he inherits a crippling Pak economy

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

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Shehbaz Sharif after assuming charge: Resolving Kashmir issue will help India, Pak prosper

Pakistan's parliament chose Shehbaz Sharif as Prime Minister of the country on Monday (April 11) after a political crisis in the South Asian nation resulted in the ouster of his predecessor Imran Khan.

Pakistan's parliament chose Shehbaz Sharif as Prime Minister of the country on Monday (April 11) after a political crisis in the South Asian nation resulted in the ouster of his predecessor Imran Khan. In his inaugural speech, new PM Shehbaz Sharif raised a range of issues, here are the key points. On the "threat letter" Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan quite a few times mentioned the involvement of a "foreign conspiracy" to oust him from power. Addressing the same, Shehbaz said the letter came on March 7, but decisions to bring a no-trust motion were made way before that. He said, "So, if (what the previous government claimed) is a lie, then the matter should be disclosed transparently before the public." Shehbaz Sharif further said that the parliament's security committee would be given a briefing on the "threat letter" to the members of the committee in presence of the armed forces personnel and bureaucrats, the Inter-Services Intelligence chief, foreign secretary, and the ambassador who wrote it. "If there's an iota of evidence that we were backed by foreign conspirators ... Then with you Mr speaker and God as my witness, I will not think for another second and resign from the office of the prime minister," Shehbaz said. ALSO READ | Man with 'corruption cases' of billions of rupees: Imran Khan on Shehbaz Sharif On Pakistan-China ties During his address, Shehbaz also lauded China for its support to Pakistan on the world stage and said the friendship between the two countries will remain intact. He said, "There should be no doubt that China and Pakistan are time tested friends and nobody can separate us, it will last till the judgement day. I assure that CPEC will go onwards at Pakistan's speed. Thankful to President Xi Jinping." On Pakistan-US ties During his address, Shehbaz Sharif weighed in on Pakistan and US relations. He said, "Pakistan has historic relations with the US. There were hiccups. Some confusion some ups and downs." ALSO READ | PTI members resign from Pak parliament with its chief Imran Khan saying not to elect Shehbaaz Sharif On Pakistan-India ties and Kashmir issue PM Shehbaz Sharif also said that he wants good relations with India, but it can't be achieved without the resolution of the Kashmir issue. He raised the issue of abrogation of Article 370 in Kashmir and claimed that people in Pakistan will provide them with "diplomatic and moral support" besides raising the matter at every international forum. Shehbaz also asked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to come forward to address the Kashmir issue so that the two countries could concentrate on tackling poverty, unemployment, shortage of medicines and other issues on the two sides of the border.

From 'threat letter' to China ties to Kashmir issue: Key points from Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's address

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

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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

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. &nbsp;

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;

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>

"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;

"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;

Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan Political Crisis: Can Shehbaz Sharif bring stability to Pakistan?&nbsp;

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The close ties between the two nations were better under traditional political parties, it added. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"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;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

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

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