The induction of Muhammad Augrangzeb as the new Finance Minister probably marks a return to the domination of experts. Bringing in the head of the country’s largest bank means that Ishaq Dar will not be Finance Minister. Though the PM is now Shehbaz Sharif, this particular piece of sleight of hand bears the elder brother’s stamp. Ironically, that problem was faced when bringing in Mr Dar, but he has since acclimatized himself to the Senate. Mr Aurangzeb’s performance will be watched carefully to see whether a Finance Minister who does not depend on popular votes can deliver for politicians at last.

Source: Pakistan Today March 13, 2024 05:36 UTC