Asif Ali Zardari Sworn In as Pakistan's 14th President
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The oath of office was administered by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, in the presence of outgoing President Arif Alvi, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, top military officials, political figures, and foreign dignitaries.
Asif Ali Zardari Secures Second Term as President of Pakistan
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Asif Ali Zardari, co-chairman of the PPP, clinched victory as the 14th president of Pakistan on Saturday, surpassing Mahmood Khan Achakzai, the candidate backed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Zardari secured an impressive 411 votes compared to Achakzai's 181, according to reports from Geo News.
Renowned Politician Asif Ali Zardari Poised for Second Term as President of Pakistan
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Taking over from the outgoing Dr. Arif Alvi, whose tenure concluded last year, Zardari steps in amidst a transitional period, owing to the absence of a newly formed electoral college.
Shehbaz Sharif Sworn in as Pakistan's Prime Minister for Second Term
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The ceremony, held at the Aiwan-i-Sadr, the presidential palace, saw President Arif Alvi administering the oath to the 72-year-old Shehbaz in the presence of dignitaries including the three services chiefs, senior officials, diplomats, leading business figures, members of civil society, and media representatives. Caretaker premier Anwaarul Haq Kakar was also in attendance.
Shehbaz Sharif Makes History as the Only Pakistani Politician Re-elected as Prime Minister
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Amid protests by lawmakers from the opposition SIC, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq announced Shehbaz Sharif's victory, revealing that he had garnered 201 votes while his opponent, Omar Ayub Khan, received 92 votes.
Pakistan Condemns India's 'Unjustified' Seizure of Commercial Goods
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The objection from Pakistan's Foreign Office follows the interception and confiscation of the consignment aboard a Karachi-bound ship from China at Mumbai's Nhava Sheva port by Indian security agencies. The interception was prompted by suspicions of a dual-use consignment with potential implications for Pakistan's nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
Shehbaz Sharif's Reinstatement as Pakistan's Prime Minister Marks Pledge to Revive Struggling Economy
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Addressing the National Assembly following his election as the 24th prime minister, Shehbaz expressed gratitude towards his elder brother Nawaz Sharif and allies for their trust, enabling him to lead a coalition government amidst a hung Parliament following last month's elections.
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