Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar – Page 3

Govt fully committed to polio eradication measures: PM Kakar

September 21, 2023 by Abid Khan

Prime Minister Kakar met Bill Gates on sidelines of UNGA.
PM expressed optimism to stop poliovirus transmission.
Gates reiterated that polio eradication in Pakistan was top priority.

NEW YORK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar underscored that the caretaker government and the National Polio Task Force remained fully committed to reaching children nationwide with polio vaccines, routine immunizations, and other essential health services.

The prime minister met Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to discuss polio eradication, gender equality, nutrition, and financial inclusion, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session.

He expressed optimism that stopping poliovirus transmission in every area of the country remained possible this year.

Gates reiterated that polio eradication in Pakistan was a top priority, with particular interest in stopping cross-border transmission with Afghanistan and continuing vaccination campaigns in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

He also expressed his confidence in the National Emergency Operations Centre and the caretaker government to continue ongoing efforts for ending poliovirus transmission.

Gates also shared his appreciation for the prime minister’s support in scaling up innovations and proven approaches to nutrition and improving financial inclusion efforts in Pakistan.

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PM arrives in New York to lead Pakistan’s delegation

September 19, 2023 by Abid Khan

He was received Pakistan Ambassador to UN, Munir Akram.
PM Kakar is set to address General Assembly on Sept 22.
PM is expected to project Pakistan’s perspective on regional issues.

UNITED NATIONS: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar flew into New York to lead Pakistan’s delegation at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), which opens with nearly 150 world leaders set to attend the annual event.

He was received at John F. Kennedy International Airport by Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UN, Munir Akram, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Masood Khan, Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Aamir Khan, Consul General in New York, Aamer Ahmed Atozai, and other officials.

The prime minister is set to address the General Assembly on Sept 22, the first Pakistani caretaker premier to do so.

Massive security measures are in place in and around the UN complex for the Assembly’s high-level debate from Sept 19 to 26.

In his address, PM Kakar is expected to project Pakistan’s perspective on a range of regional and general issues of concern, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. He will also elaborate on the significant measures taken by his caretaker administration to consolidate the country’s economic recovery and efforts to mobilize domestic and external investment.

In addition, the prime minister will hold bilateral meetings with counterparts from various countries as well as with the heads of international organizations, philanthropic organizations and corporate leaders. He also has a number of media engagements.

Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani arrived.

PM Kakar will apparently be the first interim prime minister to represent Pakistan at the UN General Assembly.

At a news briefing in New York last week, Ambassador Munir Akram said that PM Kakar will also participate in a sustainable development goals (SDG) summit during his visit to the UN headquarters.

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Caretaker PM to embark on US visit today

September 17, 2023 by Baseer Ahmed

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar to embark on an official visit to the United States on Sunday (today), Bol News reported. Anwaar Kakar will attend a session of the United Nations General Assembly. He will hold meetings with various statesmen and dignitaries on the sidelines of the UNGA meeting. On September 16, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar … Read more

Afghanistan govt ‘misusing’ transit trade agreement: FO

September 15, 2023 by Amarta Uqaili

FO said Afghanistan govt ‘misusing’ transit trade agreement. The UN General Assembly is scheduled for September 22. Baloch acknowledged the rise in trade activity between both nations. The Foreign Office has expressed concern over the alleged misuse of the transit trade agreement by the interim Afghanistan government, BOL News reported on Friday. FO spokesperson Mumtaz … Read more

PM Kakar for expanding cooperation with Turkiye

September 14, 2023 by Abid Khan

Talking to Ambassador of Turkiye Mehmet Pacaci.
PM said Pakistan was keen to attract foreign investors.
He appreciated Turkiye’s reconstruction efforts after earthquake.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar stressed the need to enhance bilateral cooperation with Turkiye in multiple sectors, including trade, agriculture, energy, mining, IT and defence.

Talking to Ambassador of Turkiye in Pakistan Mehmet Pacaci, the prime minister said Pakistan was keen to attract foreign investors and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) had been established to generate new and attractive investment opportunities in priority sectors.

He said in addition to having strong and time-tested bilateral relations, Pakistan and Turkiye shared convergence and close cooperation on a wide range of regional and multilateral issues, including efforts to combat Islamophobia.

He appreciated Turkiye’s reconstruction efforts following the tragic earthquake of February 2023 and reiterated Pakistan’s readiness to continue extending all possible support to the Turkish people.

The prime minister thanked President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the Turkish leadership for their warm messages of felicitations on his assumption of office.

He said the people of Pakistan enjoyed a historic, cultural and fraternal relationship with Turkiye. President Erdogan enjoyed the same popularity in Pakistan as in his own country.

PM Kakar also praised Turkiye for its long-standing and steadfast support to Pakistan on the Jammu and Kashmir issue.

Earlier, Caretaker Commerce Minister Gohar Ijaz called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and discussed matters relating to mutual interests.

During the meeting, the commerce minister briefed the prime minister about measures being taken to promote the country’s exports.

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PM orders for formulating policy related to electricity production in GB

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has directed authorities concerned to formulate a policy related to the production of electricity at local level in collaboration with private sector in Gilgit- Baltistan. He gave these directions during a meeting with the delegation of political leadership and elders in Hunza on Wednesday. He assured the delegation to … Read more

PM assures GB elders of early completion of projects

September 13, 2023 by Abid Khan

A delegation of political elders met with PM Kakar.
The delegation welcomed prime minister on arrival.
PM Kakar said that GB people usually lived peacefully.

GILGIT: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar assured the political elders of Gilgit-Baltistan and Diamer of his government’s support to ensure the early completion of delayed projects in the region.

The prime minister, in a meeting with a delegation of political elders of GB and Diamer, instructed the formation of a consultative platform to promote interfaith harmony in the country.

The delegation welcomed the prime minister on arrival in the GB and discussed the law and order situation and other matters.

The prime minister said that the GB people usually lived peacefully despite coming from different cultures, languages and sects.

The delegation members suggested that law enforcement could be improved in the GB by strengthening the police force.

Earlier, Governor Gilgit Baltistan Syed Mehdi Shah called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.

During the meeting, the governor apprised the prime minister of the administrative affairs and law and order situation in Gilgit Baltistan.

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Election Commission to decide polls date: PM

September 11, 2023 by Abid Khan

He said ECP had power to announce date for new elections.
PM Kakar said speculations regarding elections should end.
He said Govt has no intention to prolong tenure of government.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar said the Election Commission of Pakistan would decide about the date for the upcoming elections.

The prime minister, in an interview, said the Parliament had passed a law according to which the ECP had the power to announce the date for new elections.

Speculations regarding the elections should end which would be held according to the prevalent law, he said, adding, “We have no intention to prolong the tenure of the caretaker government.”

He said as a student of the history of Pakistan, he would express gratitude to the Quaid-e-Azam for protecting rights of the Muslim minority and saving it from the domination of majority.

After seeing the attitude of bigger states against the minorities, he said, he could see that it would have been difficult to protect the religious and cultural identity of the Muslims if the Quaid had not secured an independent state for the Muslims.

He said he admired the Quaid-e-Azam for his constitutionalism, all-inclusiveness and for protection of rights of minorities.

The prime minister assured that action against smuggling would continue and the writ of the state would be established.

He said the Apex Committee of Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) included current military leadership, thus making the Council a strong constitutional and legal body which was taking firm actions and implementing decisions.

The caretaker federal and provincial governments had good coordination which was helpful in implementing decisions, he noted.

He said the SIFC was focusing on economic revival and on sectors of agriculture and mineral extraction. However, work would be done on major plans of investment so that they could be at an advanced stage when the next government would take over, he added.

However, he made it clear that the terrorists could not take away an inch of territory of Pakistan and the security forces would respond and manage the situation. The state would show its firmness against terrorists as in no condition anyone would be allowed to resort to violence, he stressed.

PM Kakar said there was no restriction on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for taking part in the elections.

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Minorities enjoy equal rights in Pakistan: PM Kakar

September 11, 2023 by Abid Khan

PM Kakar for enhanced productive links with US corporate sector

PM expressed these views during meeting with delegation.
He said minorities to give proposals for resolution of their issues.
Delegation welcomed appointment of Khalil George as Minister.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar reiterated that all minorities enjoyed equal rights in Pakistan and assured them of complete protection of their rights and security.

The prime minister expressed these views during a meeting with a delegation of the Christian community that called on him. Caretaker Minister for Human Rights Khalil George and other relevant authorities were also present during the meeting, the PM Office Media Wing said in a press release.

PM Kakar said that those responsible for the Jaranwala incident would be made an example so that such incidents would not occur in future.

He also asked the minorities to give proposals for the resolution of their issues and problems to the government so that the same could be solved.

The caretaker prime minister said that the Constitution of Pakistan ensured equal social, religious and political rights to all citizens without any racial, caste, creed and ethnic discrimination, adding with due respect to each others’ faith, a peaceful and prosperous society could be formed.

He also called upon all the segments of society to play their role in the elimination of extremism.

The delegation welcomed the appointment of Khalil George as Caretaker Minister for Human Rights.

They also thanked the prime minister for visiting and taking immediate measures in the wake of Jaranwala incident.

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PM emphasizes significance of war games in validating naval war plans

August 30, 2023August 30, 2023 by Abid Khan

PM said during debrief session of Pakistan Navy’s war game.
He also highlighted enhanced responsibilities of Pakistan Navy.
Kakar expressed complete confidence in preparedness of Navy.

KARACHI: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar emphasized the significance of war games in validating naval war plans in sync with military and national security policy, besides exploring operational concepts and refining deployment strategies.

The prime minister, addressing the debrief session of Pakistan Navy’s war game Shamsheer-e-Bahr IX, lauded the well-deliberated plans of the force commanders and the insightful analysis of the war game, which would help crystallize operational plans for maritime security and seaward defence of Pakistan.

He also highlighted the enhanced responsibilities of the Pakistan Navy in ensuring the security of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and Gwadar Port.

Prime Minister Kakar expressed complete confidence in the preparedness of the Pakistan Navy to meet all threats and challenges, and reassured the government’s commitment to provide all available resources for its capacity building.

Earlier upon arrival at the venue, the prime minister was received by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi.

While presenting the overview, the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations) outlined the objectives of the war game which was conducted in tri-service format, with participants of relevant ministries and divisions as well.

He highlighted various concepts tried during the war game and recommendations pertaining to the Pakistan Navy’s deployment strategies.

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Balochistan political leaders call on PM Kakar

August 30, 2023 by Abid Khan

The delegation comprised Sardar Aslam Bazenjo and others.
The delegation members appreciated PM for economic revival.
Head of Emerging Markets called on Caretaker PM Kakar.

ISLAMABAD: A delegation of political leaders from Balochistan called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.

The delegation comprised Sardar Aslam Bazenjo, Mir Khalid Lango, Mir Asim Kurd Gello and Mir Waleed Bazenjo.

The delegation members appreciated the prime minister for the steps taken for promotion of interfaith harmony in the country as well as for the economic revival.

Earlier , Head of Emerging Markets Enertech Holding Kuwait Yasser Malik called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.

Yasser Malik apprised the prime minister of Enertech’s investment in Pakistan.

The prime minister appreciated the company’s investment in Pakistan and expressed the hope that the firm would further enhance its presence in the country by taking advantage of the government’s pro-business policies.

On the other hand, Head of South and Central Asia Division, Voice of America, Ayesha Tanzeem called on the Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar here and discussed matters relating to mutual interests.

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Relief to masses in electricity bill govt’s priority: Solangi

August 28, 2023 by Abid Khan

India breaching UNSC resolutions on Kashmir: Info Minister

He said the caretaker government took the oath on August 17.
Murtaza Solangi has been notice of inflated electricity bills.
He said tomorrow issue would be taken up by Federal Cabinet.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi said the complete focus of the government was on providing relief to the masses in electricity bills.

“We are focusing on how to provide relief to the masses instead of delving into discussion that who is responsible for expensive electricity,” the minister said while talking to media.

He said the caretaker government took the oath on August 17, and the consumers received inflated bills of the month of July.

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar had taken notice of inflated electricity bills, Solangi said, adding, “We are responsible caretaker government and cannot ignore the issue.”

He said tomorrow the issue would be taken up by the Federal Cabinet which would explore the ways to pass on relief to the public without violating the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme.

The minister resolved that the cabinet would decide in favour of passing on the relief to the masses.

He said the prime minister held a meeting with the relevant stakeholders today too. The media should inform the masses about the reasons behind increase in electricity bills , he said while responding to a query.

“Political temperature is already high in the country,” he said, stressing that there was no need to resort to debate that who was responsible for the bills.

To another query, he said the caretaker government wanted to hold peaceful and fair elections in collaboration with all political parties as per the schedule of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). The assistance to the electoral watchdog would be provided by the government, he added.

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Caretaker govt to focus on revenue generation: PM Kakar

August 27, 2023 by Abid Khan

A delegation of students from Howard University met with PM.
Prime Minister said Pakistan was gifted with natural resources.
He said Pakistan had been the biggest victim of climate disaster.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar said that the interim government would focus more on rationalizing the expenditures, generations of revenue and development of human resource during its short constitutional period.

Talking to a delegation of students from Howard University US, the prime minister said that in Pakistan, about nine percent population was contributing towards GDP with their taxes. How to bring the undocumented economy, people in the tax net and how to invest in the human resources would be broadly focused during the short period of the caretaker government, he added.

The prime minister said Pakistan was gifted with the natural resources and was a country of talented people. He said the government was focusing to produce the high-tech educated and skilled human resource and cited a couplet of Allama Iqbal in which he had hinted the importance of human resource through individual and collective efforts. “Pakistani diaspora in the US is a success story itself,” he said, adding the Americans knew the Pakistanis who were contributing in their society.

A delegation of the Harvard University, comprising 38 students from nine different nationalities, is currently on a visit to Pakistan.

Responding to a question, the prime minister said Pakistan had been the biggest victim of climate disaster which was a global issue. The climate change had become an existential threat, he added. He opined that the world viewed the US as a big power but at the same time, expected it to turn itself into a green power. Appreciating the progress achieved by the American society, he said the diversification in the US society was an example for other countries to follow, adding their society was tolerant and what the US had produced in the domains of knowledge and skills was amazing.

The caretaker prime minister said the other countries ought to learn from it for their own benefits. Replying to a query, the prime minister elaborated the role played by Pakistan during the former USSR and Afghanistan war and the subsequent events in the region. He said Pakistan had contributed hugely towards the global peace and economy. They had faced a lot of challenges in the past as the two powers of the world; the US and Russia, had been in its milieu which had implications, he added.

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JUI-F delegation calls on PM Kakar

August 25, 2023 by Abid Khan

The delegation congratulated PM on assuming charge.
JUI-F leaders also paid tributes to PM Kakar.
Pakistan’s High Commissioner met with PM.

ISLAMABAD:A 14-member delegation of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) led by Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haidri called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.

The delegation congratulated the prime minister on assuming the charge of his office and expressed best wishes for him.

The JUI-F leaders also paid tributes to the prime minister for promptly initiating effective actions to successfully evacuate the people stranded in a chairlift in Battagram.

PM Kakar directed the relevant authorities to ensure safety arrangements and strict monitoring of all the chairlifts across the country.

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PM Kakar briefed on foreign policy of Pakistan

August 24, 2023 by Abid Khan

PM received by Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani.
Foreign Secretary briefed PM Kakar about country foreign policy.
PM Kakar shared his vision for a dynamic foreign policy.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and received a briefing on the foreign policy of Pakistan.

Upon arrival at the ministry, the prime minister was received by Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and senior officers.

Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi briefed the prime minister about the country’s foreign policy. The briefing covered Pakistan’s external relations, the working of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recent efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties with other countries, and priorities for the future, especially in view of the regional and global developments.

The prime minister was apprised of the steps being taken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with the ministries and departments concerned, to facilitate the Pakistani diaspora working and residing abroad. The need for close coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and all other national stakeholders was discussed with a view to ensuring the synergetic and holistic pursuit of Pakistan’s foreign policy objectives, security, trade and economic objectives.

PM Kakar shared his vision for a dynamic foreign policy and for strengthening Pakistan’s relationships with other countries. He gave specific directions on different aspects of the foreign policy, with particular reference to facilitation of and engagement with the Pakistani diaspora.

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PM Kakar launches monsoon tree plantation campaign

August 23, 2023 by Abid Khan

13.98 million saplings were planted across country.
PM stressed to work with national spirit beyond politics.
He said Pakistan had been most affected by climate change.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar launched the monsoon tree plantation campaign as part of the “Green Pakistan Programme 2023” by planting a sapling here.

Speaking on the occasion, the prime minister stressed to work with national spirit beyond politics to deal with the climate change issues.

He said effective measures were inevitable to protect against the negative impacts of climate change.

He maintained that despite the fact that its share in the global emission of greenhouse gases was less than one percent, Pakistan had been the most affected by the climate change.

He said Islam taught the rights of Almighty Allah, human beings and the plants, therefore, “We need to value these blessings”.

The prime minister said pollution and other factors affecting the environment had negative impacts, such as floods, earthquakes or other natural disasters.

He called upon the leadership of political parties and civil society to make efforts for addressing the climate change issue on priority.

The international community should also play its role to avert the negative effects of climate change, the prime minister added.

On the occasion, the prime minister was informed during a briefing that this year, a total of 11 million saplings would be planted across the country under the monsoon plantation campaign.

“This year, 13.98 million saplings were planted across the country under the Spring Plantation Campaign.”

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SIFC to continue working on fast-track foreign investment: PM

August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by Abid Khan

Caretaker PM met with with Saudi Ambassador.
Saudi ambassador congratulated PM on assuming office.
PM said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoyed historic ties.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar said that the recently-instituted Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) would continue to work as before to lay the foundations to fast-track foreign investments, particularly from Saudi Arabia.

The prime minister, in a meeting with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, who called on him, highlighted energy, infrastructure, agriculture, IT and manpower as potential sectors of cooperation.

The Saudi ambassador congratulated the prime minister on assuming office and conveyed the best wishes and greetings on behalf of the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques, as well as Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, and the people of Saudi Arabia.

The prime minister said that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoyed historic and deep-rooted ties.

He thanked the Saudi government for its consistent support for Pakistan’s economic stability and development.

He particularly mentioned the large number of Pakistanis working in Saudi Arabia and requested the Saudi side to continue to extend all possible facilitation to them.

Prime Minister Kakar lauded the vision of the Saudi leadership and said that Saudi Arabia could always count on Pakistan as its trusted and reliable partner.

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PM directs reconstruction of Karachi to Chaman Highway

August 15, 2023 by Abid Khan

Caretaker PM chaired meeting to review ongoing projects.
He said causeway constructed after floods which restored transport.
He said NHA was playing efficient role in construction of roads.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar said that an efficient road infrastructure played a pivotal role in the development and progress of any country and stressed for laying of road infrastructure in those areas which could attract foreign investment.

The caretaker prime minister chaired a meeting to review the ongoing road infrastructure projects. The meeting was attended by relevant authorities.

The meeting was briefed in detail about the o that an efficient road infrastructure played a pivotal role in the development and progress of any country and stressed for laying of road infrastructure in those areas which could attract foreign investment.

A causeway was constructed after floods which restored the vehicular movement.

The construction period of the new bridge with 15-meter height and 12-meter width, would take about nine months, it was further added. The prime minister directed for reducing the stipulated time period for the completion of new bridge.

The meeting was apprised that the reconstruction and rehabilitation work on 118-km long Quetta-Dhadar Road and 188-km Dhadar-Jacobabad Road would be undertaken anew which would not only help in fuel saving, but also reduce the vehicular pressure.

It was also informed about the repair work on Sawar bridge. The repair work on the 282-meter long bridge was in the final stages while during the work, the traffic could not be diverted due to lack of alternate route.

The reconstruction work on the bridge would commence soon and its completion would take about six months.

The caretaker PM observed that the National Highway Authority (NHA) was playing an efficient role in the maintenance and construction of roads.

He emphasized upon completion of road infrastructure in the Balochistan province and directed the reconstruction of Karachi to Chaman highway.

He also asked for adoption of the out of the box approach to expedite construction work because it was the responsibility of the government to provide facilities to the masses.

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Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar takes oath as Caretaker prime minister

August 15, 2023August 14, 2023 by Abid Khan

President took oath as Caretaker Prime Minister.
Cabinet Division has also issued notification of Kakar.
Outgoing PM was presented with a guard of honor.

ISLAMABAD: Former Senator and founding member of Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar took oath as the 8th Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan.

President Dr. Arif Alvi took oath as Caretaker Prime Minister from Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. Former Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Speaker Raja Pervez Sharaf, Governor Punjab Baligh ur Rehman, Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori, Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi, and PTI Senator Shahzad Waseem attended the ceremony.

Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani, and other high-ranking officials were also present on the occasion.

Outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif left the President’s House, before leaving, Shehbaz Sharif was presented with a guard of honor.
Shahbaz Sharif has also been de-notified as the Prime Minister, the notification of which has been issued.

The Cabinet Division has also issued the notification of Anwaar Haq Kakar as Caretaker Prime Minister.

According to the notification, after the approval of the President, Anwaar ul Haq Kakar has become the Caretaker Prime Minister.

It should be noted that two days ago Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Opposition Leader Raja Riaz had approved the name of Senator Anwaar ul Haq Kakar as the Caretaker Prime Minister, after which President of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi also signed the summary.

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has also resigned from the Senate seat to remain neutral as caretaker Prime Minister, which was approved by the Senate Chairman.

Anwar Haq Kakar was born in 1971 in Muslim Bagh, Killa Saifullah Balochistan, he got his primary education from Sun Francis High School, Quetta, after which he joined Cadet College, Kohat, but came back to Quetta after the death of his father.

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar went to London for higher education. H also did Masters in Political Science and Sociology from the University of Balochistan.
He joined politics on PML-Q’s ticket for a National Assembly seat in 2008 but later joined the PML-N.

He then served as spokesman of then-Balochistan chief minister Sanaullah Zehri for almost 3 years from 2013-15.

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