In a decisive parliamentary vote, Shehbaz Sharif secures a second term as Pakistan’s prime minister, overcoming delays and controversies that marked the aftermath of the uncertain national elections. The National Assembly Speaker announced Sharif’s victory with 201 votes, surpassing the required 169, in a face-off against Omar Ayub, backed by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The election outcome triggers protests from Khan’s supporters, alleging electoral rigging, while Sharif faces the challenging task of steering the country’s economy through talks with the IMF and addressing growing discontent.
Pakistan’s political landscape sees Shehbaz Sharif clinching a second term as prime minister in a parliamentary vote, marking a triumph amid controversies and opposition protests. Sharif secured 201 votes, surpassing the required 169, defeating Omar Ayub, the candidate supported by imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The victory prompts loud protests from the Sunni Ittehad Council party, alleging electoral rigging and calling for Khan’s release. As Sharif embarks on his new term, challenges include economic negotiations with the IMF and addressing discontent over rising prices, particularly affecting the poor and the middle class.