Dr. Arif Alvi, who was elected in 2018 as a nominee of the PTI, continued to serve as the President of Pakistan throughout the PDM government's tenure. He completed his five-year term in September 2023 but continued to hold office under the constitutional provision until the election of his successor in 2024.
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Who replaced Miftah Ismail as the Federal Finance Minister in September 2022?
Ishaq Dar returned from self-imposed exile and took oath as the Federal Finance Minister on September 28, 2022, replacing Miftah Ismail. His appointment was a key internal shift within the PML-N, as the party sought to implement a different strategy for exchange rate management and negotiations with the IMF.
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Which Pakistani province was most severely affected by the catastrophic floods of 2022 during the PDM tenure?
While the 2022 monsoon floods affected the entire country, the province of Sindh suffered the most extensive damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and housing. The disaster resulted in over 1,700 deaths nationwide and caused an estimated $30 billion in economic losses, prompting the PDM government to launch the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction Framework (4RF).
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When were the General Elections eventually held following the conclusion of the first PDM government?
General elections in Pakistan were held on February 8, 2024, after several delays related to the new census and the delimitation of constituencies. The elections resulted in another coalition setup, leading to Shehbaz Sharif's second term as Prime Minister, supported by the PDM allies.
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Who was selected as the Caretaker Prime Minister to oversee the 2024 General Elections after the PDM government's dissolution?
Anwaarul Haq Kakar, a senator from Balochistan, was appointed as the Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan on August 14, 2023. He was selected after consensus between the outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Leader of the Opposition Raja Riaz to lead the country through the interim period until the next elected government took charge.
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On which date did President Arif Alvi dissolve the 15th National Assembly on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif?
President Arif Alvi dissolved the 15th National Assembly on August 9, 2023, just three days before the completion of its five-year constitutional term. This strategic early dissolution was intended to allow the Election Commission 90 days (rather than 60) to conduct general elections, paving the way for a caretaker setup.
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In June 2023, Pakistan secured a 9-month Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF worth how much?
After months of negotiations and the expiration of the previous Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the PDM government signed a $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF in late June 2023. This short-term bridge loan was critical in preventing a sovereign default and stabilizing the country's foreign exchange reserves before the upcoming elections.
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Which major investment-focused body was established in June 2023 under the PDM government to attract foreign investment?
The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) was established in June 2023 as a 'one-window' platform to facilitate foreign investment, particularly from Gulf countries. It is a civil-military collaborative body designed to streamline projects in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, IT, and energy, aimed at stabilizing the economy without bureaucratic hurdles.
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Who was appointed as the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs in the PDM-led cabinet in April 2022?
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), was sworn in as the youngest Foreign Minister of Pakistan on April 27, 2022. His tenure focused on restoring diplomatic ties with major powers, particularly the United States and the European Union, and advocating for climate justice following the 2022 floods.
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Who served as the President of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) during the coalition government's tenure?
Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F), served as the President of the PDM alliance. The alliance was a multi-party coalition that included the PML-N, PPP (initially), ANP, and other smaller parties, though the core leadership during the 2022-2023 governance period remained centered around the PML-N and the PDM head.
