Tag: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Shehbaz Sharif Chosen Again as Pakistan’s Prime Minister
Pakistan

Shehbaz Sharif Chosen Again as Pakistan’s Prime Minister

Shehbaz Sharif was elected Prime Minister of Pakistan for a second term. Sharif secured victory against Omar Ayub, backed by Imran Khan, with 201 votes. Challenges ahead include addressing rising prices, poverty, and discontent among Khan's supporters. Pakistan's parliament has elected Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister for the second time. The decision came after uncertain national elections caused delays in forming a coalition government. Shehbaz secured 201 votes in the 336-member National Assembly, comfortably prevailing over rival Omar Ayub Khan, who won 92. The winner needed at least 169 votes. This marks his return to power after holding the role until August when parliament dissolved ahead of elections. The election faced criticism, with accusations of rigging. Sharif's victor...
Pakistan Won The World Junior Squash Championship After 37 Years
Pakistan, Sports

Pakistan Won The World Junior Squash Championship After 37 Years

Pakistan's Hamza Khan won the World Junior Squash Championship on Sunday, defeating Egypt's Mohamed Zakaria 3-1 in the final. The victory is Pakistan's first in the tournament since 1986 when Jansher Khan won the title. In the world of squash, 17-year-old Khan is a rising star. Hamza Khan is currently ranked 10th in the world junior rankings. He is the first Pakistani to reach the final of the World Junior Squash Championship since 2008. Khan won the first game 11-9, but Zakaria took the second game 11-7. Khan then won the third and fourth games 11-7 and 11-6 to clinch the victory. Khan's victory in the World Junior Squash Championship was a major achievement for Pakistan, and it signaled that the country was once again a force to be reckoned with in the world of squash. Khan's vict...