The prime minister, while addressing a public gathering in Faisalabad, especially met Asif on the stage to award him the cheque.
Asif, a resident of Faisalabad, defeated England's Gary Wilson in the final to win the championship on December 2 in Bulgaria.
Ashraf was also offered Asif a job of his choice.
"Whosoever will bring laurels to the country, we will be happy for their patronage," he said.
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