Economy, my first and last priority: Nawaz

In what appears to be a softening of his stance, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has declared that his foremost and ultimate priority upon his return to Pakistan is the country's economic revival.

He stated, “The journey of progress will resume from where it was interrupted, and we are committed to ensuring that the nation overcomes economic challenges, inflation, and unemployment.”

The PML-N supreme leader, scheduled to return to Pakistan on October 21, expressed these views on Sunday during a meeting with overseas Pakistanis in London.

On September 19, Nawaz had called for holding accountable a former army chief, a former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief, as well as some former and current Supreme Court judges, for their alleged role in plunging the country into crises during a television interview that sent shockwaves across the nation.

However, the PML-N later backtracked from this position, with several leaders advocating for moving forward.  On Sunday, the PML-N supreme leader adopted a more moderate tone, asserting that those who obstructed the country's progress and well-being would not be forgiven by the people.

Without mentioning any names, he affirmed that accountability would be ensured “through the power of the vote.” Nawaz also emphasized the crucial role of overseas Pakistanis in revitalizing investment and rejuvenating industries in the country.