July 27: Hindustan Times states that as former cricket star Imran Khan claimed victory Thursday in Pakistan’s parliamentary election, he has promised to fight corruption and help millions of impoverished citizens. He says he also wants good relations with his neighbours and the United States, but also has levelled criticism against them. Once a celebrity playboy, Khan now embraces conservative Islamic stands and keeps company with radical clerics who often espouse a philosophy that frightens Pakistan’s minorities. He calls for an Islamic welfare state that provides progress and education for the poor.
Hindustan Times: On Pakistan army’s dominance and ties with India: Imran Khan’s stand on key issues
