Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar addressed concerns on Friday, dispelling any notion of favoritism towards a specific political party by the caretaker government. He noted that political parties often employ various strategies to attract voters, and accusations of bias may be part of their tactics.
During an interview with a private news channel, Kakar reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections. He emphasized the caretaker setup’s impartiality and full support for the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). Regarding the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Kakar stated that decisions regarding the PTI chairman’s participation in elections would be determined by the courts, and the caretaker government would adhere to court orders.
Kakar refuted claims of a caretaker cabinet member, Fawad Hassan Fawad, having affiliations with a specific political party. He expressed optimism about achieving the privatization target through Fawad’s dedicated efforts.
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The prime minister expressed satisfaction with the stabilized economy, attributing it to government measures. He highlighted the decrease in artificial demand for the dollar, allowing the rupee’s value to align with actual demand and supply. Kakar also mentioned the successful staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), marking a significant achievement for the caretaker setup’s economic goals.
In the interview, Kakar condemned Israeli atrocities in Gaza and welcomed the engagement between China and the United States. He emphasized Pakistan’s stance of not choosing isolation or aligning with any specific bloc.
Regarding the repatriation of illegal Afghan immigrants, Kakar clarified that while there was no external pressure, Pakistan was obligated to follow rules and regulations concerning Afghan nationals residing illegally in the country.
Additionally, Kakar met with a delegation from the Gwadar Shipping and Clearing Agents Association, assuring them of the government’s commitment to fully tap into the export potential of fisheries in Gwadar. He highlighted the prioritization of modernizing fisheries in the region, including comprehensive training for fishermen to meet international standards.
Describing Gwadar as a future hub of sea trade, the prime minister outlined government initiatives to establish industries at the port and develop communication infrastructure to connect industrial areas. In a separate note, Kakar commended government officials for their efforts in recovering Rs46 billion under the anti-power theft drive, acknowledging their contributions to this national cause.
