July 23: Hindustan Times report by Imtiaz Ahmad states that the chances of PML-N president Shehbaz Sharif of becoming Pakistan’s next prime minister may be slim, but in the case of a hung parliament, he may well be the ideal choice for all quarters, say political analysts. Unlike elder brother Nawaz Sharif, Shehbaz plays his cards close to his chest. He has not confronted or challenged any state institution in public and has always stayed on the right side of the military. In the past, he has acted as a go-between for his brother and the military high command. While not a favourite with the establishment, many believe he could be a good compromise candidate in case of a deadlock.
Hindustan Times: Pakistan elections: Shehbaz Sharif, the ideal compromise candidate for hung Parliament
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