Ishaq Dar Cabinet Return as Finance Minister, Says Senator Irfan Siddiqui

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Senator Irfan Siddiqui, a close confidante of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, has confirmed Ishaq Dar Cabinet Return to the federal cabinet as the Finance Minister.

Media reports, citing Senator Siddiqui’s statement, indicate Dar’s intention to step down from the Senate in March 2024, followed by a swift re-election bid. Additionally, he clarified that Dar’s role as Senate chairman is unlikely in the new government.

Senator Siddiqui expressed confidence in Dar’s comeback and predicted a prominent role in the cabinet, with a high chance of becoming Finance Minister.

It’s important to note that other potential candidates for the Finance Minister position include Suleman Shahbaz, Ehsan Iqbal, Khawaja Asif, and several technocrats with experience in economic ministries or the central bank.

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This news has sparked significant interest, with many awaiting Ishaq Dar’s cabinet return and its potential impact on the country’s economic landscape. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

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