Quick Info
| Profession | Pakistani Politician |
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Date of Birth | 27/12/1958 |
| Age | 67 years |
| Birthplace | Karachi, Pakistan |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Shahid Khaqan Abbasi
Speaking in Islamabad as Awaam Pakistan convener, Abbasi said the current state of affairs could not continue much longer. He backed calls for the creation of new administrative units and said the matter should be taken to the public and debated in parliament.
At a press conference in Islamabad, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi criticised the government over the country's worsening economic and political situation. He said the interior minister had acknowledged serious governance problems and called for a change of system, the rule of law, and an end to using accountability cases against political rivals.
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi criticized Pakistan's governance during an All Parties Conference in Islamabad, saying the country's institutions were failing and calling for a restoration of the rule of law. He framed the crisis as a broader political and institutional breakdown rather than a short-term dispute.
Abbasi opposed using force to restore political stability in Pakistan and said such problems should instead be resolved through meaningful negotiations. His comments came amid broader political uncertainty and reflected his continued push for dialogue over coercion.
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Bio/Wiki
| Shahid Khaqan Abbasi is a Pakistani politician and engineer who served as the 18th Prime Minister of Pakistan from August 2017 to May 2018. He entered politics in 1988 after the death of his father, Muhammad Khaqan Abbasi, and has held several key ministerial portfolios including Petroleum and Natural Resources and Commerce. Abbasi is known for his role in advancing Pakistan’s LNG program and energy sector reforms during his tenure as minister and prime minister. | |
| A member of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) for much of his career, he later founded and chairs Awaam Pakistan, a political party focused on systemic reform and democratic renewal. He has been an outspoken critic of electoral rigging and corruption, particularly regarding the 2024 general elections, which he has described as the most controversial in Pakistan’s history. Abbasi continues to participate in national dialogues on governance, rule of law, and Pakistan’s foreign and economic policy. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 185 cm |
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| Weight | 90 kg |
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Not Known |
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| College | Lawrence College, Murree |
| University | University of California, Los Angeles; George Washington University, Washington D.C. |
| Degree | Master's in Electrical Engineering |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Zahida Abbasi |
| Children | 3 |
Family
| Father | Late Muhammad Khaqan Abbasi (Former Pakistani Politician) |
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Career
| Political Party | Islami Jamhoori Ittehad, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Awaam Pakistan (AP) |
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| Current Party Role | Chairman / Convener of Awaam Pakistan (AP) |
Favourites
| Favourite Politician | Nawaz Sharif |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He entered politics following his father's passing in 1988. | |
| 2. He was detained during the 1999 coup d'état. | |
| 3. A video showing him being searched at JFK Airport gained widespread attention in 2018. | |
| 4. He established Airblue Limited, an airline based in Pakistan. | |
| 5. He launched Awaam Pakistan with former Finance Minister Miftah Ismail to bring about systemic change in Pakistan. | |
| 6. He has advocated for nuclear energy as part of Pakistan’s long‑term energy strategy and has spoken at international forums such as the Oxford Union on governance and development issues. |
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