The parties reached a consensus on splitting up the power pie, deciding on crucial positions including prime minister, president, governorships, and chairman Senate. Under the power-sharing recipe, Shehbaz Sharif is set to assume the role of prime minister once again, while Asif Ali Zardari will reoccupy the presidential chair. According to the country's constitution, a session of parliament has to be called by Feb 29 after which a vote for a new prime minister will take place. He revealed that Shehbaz would be the next prime minister, with Zardari as the joint presidential candidate for both parties. PPP Co-chairman Zardari assured the public that their struggle aimed to benefit "you, Pakistan, and the coming generations."

Source: The Express Tribune February 21, 2024 07:41 UTC