As the quest for consensus intensifies, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Opposition Leader in the National Assembly, Raja Riaz, are set to engage in a second round of deliberations today to finalise the crucial appointment of the caretaker prime minister. Following an initial meeting that concluded without a definitive outcome, both leaders are expected to resume discussions to reach a decision that aligns with the constitutional requirements. The corridors of power in Islamabad are abuzz with anticipation as the political discourse pivots around this critical dialogue between the two influential figures. Under the constitutional framework, the prime minister extended an invitation to the opposition leader to deliberate on the appointment of the caretaker prime minister. As per constitutional provisions, both leaders have a three-day window to mutually agree on a candidate. Failing an accord, the responsibility will be handed over to a parliamentary committee for resolution. If the committee encounters an impasse, the Election Commission of Pakistan will assume the authority to make the final decision. \u2018No imported person\u2019 In a candid statement to the media, Opposition Leader Raja Riaz conveyed the progress of their discussions. \u201cI asked the premier to consider the names proposed by my side, and we concurred that further consultations will be pursued on the remaining six names,\u201d Riaz shared. He emphasised the commitment to the democratic process, indicating that the eventual nominee will not be disclosed prematurely. Raja Riaz also underscored a principle of paramount importance, stating, \u201cNo \u2018imported\u2019 person will be made the head of the interim set-up.\u201d Saqiq Sanjrani among favourites On the other hand, Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani has emerged as a noteworthy figure in the selection process for the caretaker PM. Media sources added that Sanjrani is garnering substantial support and is being viewed as a favorite candidate for this pivotal position. With the intricate deliberations between the Prime Minister and the leader of the opposition, the name of Sadiq Sanjrani has prominently entered the fray for consideration. Raja Riaz finalises three names The opposition leader responding to another question that the name for interim PM had already been finalised by ruling PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif, the opposition leader responded: \u201cSay whatever you want, I have my own opinion.\u201d He went on to say that he had completed deliberations with his allies on the name of the caretaker PM. \u201cMy three names are 90% finalised,\u201d he said without elaborating further.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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