Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has arrived back in Lahore after completing her official trip to Brazil, which also included a two-day stopover in London. During her London visit, she spoke with journalists at Avenfield before departing for Pakistan.
Political Victimization Denied
Maryam Nawaz firmly stated that her administration has not taken any actions driven by revenge politics. She emphasized that neither she nor PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif has ever targeted their political opponents for retaliation. The Chief Minister pointed out that both she and her father have been victims of political vendettas in the past, adding that the international community is well aware of the contents published in "The Economist" report.
In a striking remark, Maryam Nawaz claimed that the world knows how Pakistan's government was once operated using witchcraft practices. She also made significant comments about Pakistan's military leadership, asserting that Field Marshal Asim Munir's command has brought victory against India, which she said is internationally recognized.
Judicial System Questioned
The Punjab Chief Minister raised serious questions about the judiciary's past behavior, asking why judges' "consciences did not awaken earlier" during periods when she and Nawaz Sharif faced what she described as wrongful convictions. She noted that judicial consciences now appear to be "politically awakened" in the current climate.
Solutions for Overseas Pakistanis
Maryam Nawaz promised concrete solutions for overseas Pakistanis facing property disputes, particularly highlighting the problem of illegal land possession. She assured that these issues would be resolved within weeks, demonstrating her government's commitment to addressing the concerns of Pakistani expatriates.
In other developments, the Chief Minister took time to congratulate the Pakistan national cricket team on their clean sweep victory in the One-Day International series against Sri Lanka. She praised the players' exceptional skills and determination throughout the series, while also commending the visiting Sri Lankan team for their sportsmanship and competitive spirit that won appreciation from Pakistani cricket fans.
Maryam Nawaz emphasized that such sporting achievements bring immense pride and joy to the nation, reflecting the high expectations of cricket enthusiasts across Pakistan. She expressed confidence that the national team would continue delivering outstanding performances in future matches.
