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Shehbaz Sharif elected Pakistan PM for second term after controversial vote

Sharif returns to the role he held until August last year when parliament was dissolved ahead of February 8 election.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan's National Assembly Swears In New Members Amid Chaos

Pakistan's National Assembly swearing-in ceremony marred by protests over alleged election rigging. Shehbaz Sharif set to lead new government amidst ongoin...

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‘Vote-thief!’: Imran Khan allies protest 'rigged election' as Pakistan swears in new parliament

Pakistan's National Assembly swore in newly elected members on Thursday in a chaotic scene, as allies of jailed former Premier Imran Khan protested what they claim was a rigged election.

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As Pakistan’s newly elected parliament meets, a look at the PM candidates

While ex-PM Shehbaz Sharif of the PMLN bloc is frontrunner, independents backed by Imran Khan hope to clinch a surprise.

Al Jazeera

Morning Digest | India denies allegations of blocking deals at WTO; Congress Government fights for survival in Himachal Pradesh, and more

From India denies allegations of blocking deals at the WTO; Congress government fights for survival in Himachal Pradesh, here is a select list of stories to start the day on Feb 29, 2024

The Hindu

Pakistani journalist arrested for social posts against government officials

Asad Ali Toor has been accused of to trying to ‘coerce, intimidate, and incite violence’ against government officials.

Al Jazeera

Old beginning: On Pakistan politics

Shehbaz Sharif’s challenge is to lead a difficult coalition through choppy political waters while taking tough decisions to rescue Pakistan’s economy

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Ex-PM Nawaz’s daughter is Pakistan’s first female provincial chief minister

Maryam, Nawaz Sharif’s eldest daughter and apparent political heir, becomes first female chief minister of Punjab.

Al Jazeera

Imran Khan Urges IMF Audit Amid Election Rigging Allegations

Imran Khan pushes for election audit amid IMF loan disbursement in Pakistan. Shehbaz Sharif seeks coalition government for economic revival.

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Pakistan’s election chaos casts shadow on next IMF deal

Ex-PM Imran Khan has asked the IMF to factor in alleged rigging in recent polls. That’s dangerous, economists say.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan Dynasty's Crown Jewel Breeds Resentment

Under the dizzying lights and gleaming monuments of Pakistan's cultural capital Lahore, Sidra Bilal's mind drifts to her rural hometown, a backwater of broken promises that led her to abstain from this month's election.

International Business Times

Elections tracker 2024: every vote and why it mattered

More than 80 countries – more than half the world’s population – voted this year in elections that could be pivotal for democracy

The Guardian - AU

Pakistan Blocks Social Media Platform X Amid Political Unrest

Pakistan blocks social media platform X amid political turmoil post-elections, sparking concerns and protests. U.S. and activists call for restoration of s...

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Pakistan’s PTI faces uphill battle as rivals unite, Imran Khan in jail

It has staked a claim to form the government but has neither the numbers nor the allies.

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The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: Everyone claims to back a ceasefire in Gaza. But what are they really saying?

In today’s newsletter: As Israel’s position weakens on the international stage, differences in language between different ceasefire calls tell a complicated story

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Woolworths shares plunge; NZ MP dies after charity run; and AstraZeneca boss’s $33m paycheque

Supermarket giant’s CEO resigns unexpectedly amid increasing political pressure over record profits during cost-of-living crisis

France 24

Rivals of Pakistan's ex-premier Khan announce details of power-sharing deal

The political rivals of Pakistan’s imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan announced details of a power-sharing agreement late Tuesday, naming Shehbaz Sharif as their joint candidate for prime minister.

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Pakistan's Opposition Parties Announce Power-Sharing Agreement For Government

Rivals of imprisoned former PM Imran Khan announce power-sharing agreement naming Shehbaz Sharif as joint candidate for prime minister.

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International Business Times

Pakistan Parties Reach Power-sharing Agreement, Khan Loyalists Left Out

Two Pakistan parties have reached a power-sharing agreement that will return Shehbaz Sharif to the premiership, leaving out politicians loyal to jailed former leader Imran Khan despite winning the most seats in this month's vote.

International Business Times

Pakistan Dynastic Parties Reach Power-sharing Agreement

Pakistan's two dynastic parties announced late Tuesday a power-sharing agreement that is set to return Shehbaz Sharif to the premiership after an election this month failed to produce a decisive winner.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan government deal agreed despite opposition from Imran Khan’s PTI

Pakistan People’s Party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz to form a coalition with Shehbaz Sharif selected as PM candidate.

Al Jazeera

X faces restrictions in Pakistan amid protests over alleged vote rigging

The social media platform continues to remain inaccessible to users since Saturday amid protests against vote fraud.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Centre to clarify on Aadhaar as birth date proof; fourth round of talks with farmers held in cordial atmosphere says Piyush Goyal, and more

From UIDAI to issue fresh advisory on Aadhaar as date of birth proof to Centre-farmers fourth round of talks, read a select list of stories from The Hindu to start the day.

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Imran Khan's party wins Pakistani parliament despite leader's imprisonment

Learn about the surprising victory of an imprisoned candidate in Pakistan's general election and the message of hope and change he represents.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan official admits involvement in rigging election results

Pakistan’s election commission will ‘hold an enquiry’ after Rawalpindi commissioner Liaqat Ali Chattha’s announcement.

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