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  • Maryam Nawaz Makes History As First Female Chief Minister Of Pakistan's Punjab Province. world news

    LAHORE: Maryam Nawaz, a prominent figure in the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), has made history by becoming the first woman chief minister of Pakistan's Punjab province. The announcement came following a decisive victory in the election, where she secured a remarkable 220 votes, leaving her opponent, Rana Aftab Ahmad of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), without a single vote due to the boycott by SIC members.

    Opposition Boycott

    The Punjab Assembly session, overseen by the newly-elected Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan, saw members of the Sunni Ittehad Council boycotting the proceedings. Speaker Khan, in response, restricted the session solely to the chief ministerial elections, disallowing any speeches by lawmakers. Efforts to resolve the boycott led to the formation of a committee tasked with persuading the boycotting legislators to return to the Assembly.

    Clear Majority Ensures Victory

    Maryam Nawaz's candidacy faced opposition from Rana Aftab Ahmed of the Sunni Ittehad Council. Despite the competition, the PML-N's significant presence ensured Maryam Nawaz's triumph, securing a clear majority within the house.

    PML-N Dominance Punjab Assembly

    Prior to Maryam Nawaz's historic win, the PML-N had already showcased its strength in the Punjab Assembly by securing victories in the speaker and deputy speaker elections. Malik Muhammad Ahmed Khan clinched the speaker's position with 224 votes, while Malik Zaheer Ahmed Channer secured the deputy speaker's post with 220 votes, solidifying the party's dominance.

    Maryam Nawaz: A Brief Background

    Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, began her journey in politics after being actively involved in the family's philanthropic endeavors. Her political career gained momentum in 2012, and she played a pivotal role in the PML-N's election campaign during the 2013 general elections. Despite facing challenges, including a brief stint as the Chairperson of the Prime Minister's Youth Programme, she continued to rise within the political sphere.

    Parliamentary Debut

    Maryam Nawaz's victory in the 2024 Pakistani general election marked her parliamentary debut, as she secured seats in both the National Assembly of Pakistan (NA) and the Provincial Assembly of Punjab, further solidifying her position as a key figure within the political landscape of Pakistan.

  • Nawaz Sharif’s Passport To Be Cancelled; Pak PM Imran Khan Accused For Ex-FM Asif’s Arrest

    “There have been many attempts to break the PML-N and weaken its supremo Nawaz Sharif over the last two and a half years,” The News International quoted Asif as saying. The Pakistani newspaper quoted PML-N leader as saying that he was “100% sure” that Prime Minister Imran Khan was behind his arrest.

    Following Asit’s arrest, Maryam Nawaz addressed reporters and said that Khawaja Asif had been told all cases against him would be written off if he stood against Nawaz Sharif. When a reporter asked Khawaja Asif to elaborate on Maryam’s statement, the lawmaker said, “This is what we are all being told.”

    “I was given a charge sheet that assets increased but NAB has not conducted any investigation in the matter. I have been facing this case for over two years, first in Rawalpindi then in Lahore,” he said.

     On Tuesday Khawaja Asif was arrested by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in Islamabad pertaining to acquiring assets beyond means of income. Asif held an iqama (work permit) from 2004 to 2008, adding that he earned a total of Rs 136 million for his services as a consultant legal adviser, Nawazish Ali, bureau’s spokesperson said. Citing the NAB, Dawn reported that the evidence shows Asif established the Kent Housing Society, which has been operating illegally.