Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar recently carried out asignificant reshuffling of the federal cabinet, leading to several keychanges in the government’s structure. Among the notable appointments wasFawad Hasan Fawad, who was previously serving as a special assistant to thePrime Minister. Fawad Hasan Fawad has been appointed as the new Minister ofPrivatization, a pivotal role in the government’s economic policy. Thisdevelopment marks a noteworthy transition in the administration.
The oath-taking ceremony for Fawad Hasan Fawad in his new capacity tookplace on Friday, an event that gathered considerable attention from themedia and the public alike. Additionally, it has been revealed that Fawadwill assume the role of the head of the Cabinet’s Inter-GovernmentalCommercial Transactions Committee, a position formerly held by FinanceMinister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar.
Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, a former governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, willcontinue her service as the Finance Minister in the federal government,ensuring continuity in this crucial portfolio.
This reshuffling of the federal cabinet has led to an expansion in itssize, now comprising 26 members in total. Among these, there are 18 federalministers, 3 advisers, and 5 special assistants, each with their respectiveroles and responsibilities.
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This change in the cabinet’s composition reflects the evolving prioritiesand strategies of the government under the leadership of Caretaker PM Kakar.
One noteworthy directive from Caretaker PM Kakar was given during a specialmeeting. He urged Fawad Hasan Fawad to expedite the privatization processof the Pakistan International Airline (PIA), emphasizing the government’scommitment to advancing economic reforms and efficiency in state-ownedenterprises. This move underscores the significance of Fawad’s appointmentas the Minister of Privatization and sets the tone for his tenure in thiscrucial role
