{"id":96645,"date":"2023-11-22T20:30:43","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T15:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/?p=96645"},"modified":"2023-11-22T17:08:56","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T12:08:56","slug":"former-minister-waqar-ahmed-khan-joins-pml-n","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/pakistan-news\/former-minister-waqar-ahmed-khan-joins-pml-n\/","title":{"rendered":"Former minister Waqar Ahmed Khan joins PML-N"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Nov 22 (APP): Former Federal Minister for Privatization Waqar Ahmed Khan announced his decision to join the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). Addressing the media alongside PML-N Khyber Pakhtunkhwa\u2019s Amir Muqam, former minister Waqar Ahmad Khan stated that his political orientation revolves around serving the people, with national interest taking precedence over personal goals.<\/p>\n<p>Uniting all political parties on a common platform demands skill, he noted, emphasizing the country\u2019s requirement for stability and experienced leadership. He highlighted that Nawaz Sharif\u2019s team, during his three terms as Prime Minister, is credited with saving Pakistan from economic challenges and steering clear of default.<\/p>\n<p> Waqar emphasized that political stability was essential for any country, serving as a prerequisite for achieving economic stability. He hoped that under the leadership of Ishaq Dar, PML-N would possess the most competent economic team to navigate the country through challenging times. Amir Maqam stated that, guided by Nawaz Sharif\u2019s leadership, politicians nationwide are aligning themselves with the PML-N. He added that numerous individuals from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are also set to join the PML-N.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Nov 22 (APP): Former Federal Minister for Privatization Waqar Ahmed Khan announced his decision to join the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). 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