Islamabad (Khyber Mail): The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif secured a landslide victory by being elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan with 201 votes in the National Assembly. The election results were announced by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. Shehbaz Sharif’s opponent, Omar Ayub Khan of Sunni Ittehad Council, managed to secure 92 votes.
In an official declaration, the Speaker bestowed the title of Prime Minister upon Shehbaz Sharif and invited him to assume the position of the Leader of the House/Prime Minister in the National Assembly. The election process, conducted through the division of the House, marked a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s political landscape.
- Global Congratulations for Shehbaz Sharif:
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang extended warm congratulations to the newly-elected Prime Minister. President Xi expressed confidence in Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership, foreseeing new achievements in Pakistan’s national development. Emphasizing the continuation of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and a strengthened strategic cooperative partnership, President Xi envisioned a shared future between the two nations.
- Formal Notification and Background of Shehbaz Sharif:
The National Assembly Secretariat issued a formal notification affirming Shehbaz Sharif’s election as Prime Minister. Born on September 23, 1951, Shehbaz Sharif has now been elected as Prime Minister twice and served thrice as the Chief Minister of Punjab.
Renowned for his dynamic leadership, Shehbaz Sharif’s accomplishments include swift responses to crises, such as the 2011 dengue outbreak, and transformative initiatives like the Lahore Orange Line Metro Train. His administration prioritized education, healthcare, and women’s rights, leaving a lasting impact on Punjab’s governance.
As the twice-elected Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif aims to steer Pakistan toward new heights of progress and development. His recent address at the party’s parliamentary session earned praise from Nawaz Sharif, who commended Shehbaz’s unprecedented efforts in preventing the country from economic default during challenging times.