Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended an invitation to opposition leader Raja Riaz via a written letter, requesting his participation in consultations.
Scheduled for today, the discussions between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Opposition Leader Raja Riaz will focus on the appointment of the Caretaker Prime Minister. While the Pakistan People’s Party has suggested former Foreign Secretary Jalil Abbas Jilani and ex-Chief Justice of Pakistan Tasadeq Hussain Jilani as potential candidates, the Muslim League (N) is yet to unveil its nominees.
Following the dissolution of the assembly, a three-day window exists for finalizing the Caretaker Prime Minister’s selection. If this period elapses without a decision, the matter will be referred to the parliamentary committee. Ongoing consultations aim to designate a caretaker prime minister to supervise the interim government’s affairs in the nation. Opposition leader Raja Riaz affirms that there is no impasse regarding this issue and commits to collaborative efforts with the Prime Minister to reach a consensus on the appointee.
Meanwhile, former Foreign Secretary Jalil Abbas Jilani has emerged as a robust contender for the role of prime minister. Reports suggest that Jalil Abbas Jilani’s potential candidacy for the caretaker prime minister position is gaining traction and approval.
Insider information indicates that former Foreign Secretary Jalil Abbas Jilani is anticipated to visit the Prime Minister’s House. His standing as a prominent candidate for the Caretaker Prime Minister position has solidified.