"Shehbaz Sharif Reclaims Prime Minister Position Amid Allegations of Rigging"

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"Shehbaz Sharif Reclaims Prime Minister Position Amid Allegations of Rigging"
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Shehbaz Sharif has been elected as Pakistan's prime minister for a second term, following delays in forming a coalition government after uncertain national elections. His victory over Imran Khan-backed candidate Omar Ayub was met with protests alleging electoral rigging. Sharif emphasized the need for economic reforms and international relations in his speech but did not announce definitive policy changes. The new government faces challenges including negotiating a new IMF deal, rising poverty, and discontent from Khan's supporters.

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