Nawaz Sharif’s nomination of his brother Shehbaz as PM marked a decisive shift in Pakistan’s political landscape towards forming a unity government.

Pakistan’s political landscape shifted decisively on Tuesday as a new coalition government emerged and Shehbaz Sharif was nominated as the premier candidate.

Moreover, following last week’s national elections, which failed to yield a majority for any single party, days of political deadlock ensued.

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), led by Nawaz Sharif, and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), led by Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, united to form a majority government despite individually lacking seats.

Nawaz Sharif put forth his younger brother, Shehbaz Sharif, for the position of Prime Minister.

At the same time, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), led by incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan, rejected the power-sharing arrangement and reaffirmed its assertion of representing the genuine voice of the populace.

Coalition Formation Ends Political Impasse:

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP):

Holding 53 seats, has thrown its support behind Shehbaz Sharif’s PML-N, secured 75 seats, effectively resolving the deadlock after the inconclusive elections. The coalition has extended an olive branch to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to engage in the reconciliation process.

Support from MQM-P Strengthens Coalition:

The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P):

Holding 17 seats, has pledged unwavering support to Shehbaz Sharif’s PML-N, aiming to bolster democratic institutions. With the goal of governing, a party must secure 133 out of the 265 contested National Assembly seats. Together, the PML-N, PPP, and MQM-P possess the necessary numbers to establish a unity government.

Nawaz Sharif Nominates Shehbaz Sharif for PM:

In a surprising twist:

Nawaz Sharif officially nominated his younger brother Shehbaz Sharif for the Prime Ministerial role.

It went under foregoing the opportunity to serve as Pakistan’s PM for a fourth term. The announcement confirmation was by a spokesperson for the PML-N via social media.

Nawaz Sharif’s daughter, Maryam Nawaz, has been nominated as the Chief Minister of Punjab province, marking a historic moment for women in Pakistan.

PTI Criticizes Power-Sharing Arrangement:

On the other hand, The power-sharing agreement was denounced between PML-N and PPP. The senior leader Latif Khosa asserting that no democratic government could be established without Imran Khan’s involvement. Notably, independent candidates backed by the PTI secured the most seats in the lower house of parliament, totaling 101.

US Expresses Readiness to Engage with New Government:

The United States has expressed willingness to collaborate with any government formed in Pakistan. Urging a thorough investigation into allegations of electoral fraud.

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized:

Concerns about irregularities in the electoral process and reiterated the importance of upholding democratic principles.