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New Federal Cabinet Portfolios Announced After Prime Minister’s Approval
New federal ministers and advisors take charge! Key appointments include Tariq Fazal Chaudhry (Parliamentary Affairs), Ali Pervez (Petroleum), Hanif Abbasi (Railways), and Mustafa Kamal (Health).
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by News Desk
2025-03-07
New Federal Cabinet Portfolios Announced After Prime Minister’s Approval

The federal government has officially assigned ministerial portfolios to newly appointed cabinet members. A notification was issued by the Cabinet Division following the Prime Minister’s approval.

Key Ministerial Appointments

The newly announced cabinet includes seasoned politicians and new entrants, covering key areas such as energy, health, and defense production. The major appointments are as follows:

  • Tariq Fazal Chaudhry – Minister of Parliamentary Affairs
  • Ali Pervez – Minister of Petroleum
  • Hanif Abbasi – Minister of Railways
  • Khalid Magsi – Minister of Science and Technology
  • Moin Wattoo – Minister of Water Resources
  • Muhammad Junaid Anwar – Minister of Maritime Affairs
  • Raza Hayat – Minister of Defense Production
  • Shaza Fatima Khawaja – Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunication
  • Sardar Muhammad Yousaf – Minister of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony
  • Rana Mubashir Iqbal – Minister of Public Affairs Unit
  • Mustafa Kamal – Minister of National Health Services, Regulations, and Coordination
  • Aurangzeb Khan Kachhi – Minister of National Cultural Heritage

Ministers of State Appointments

In addition to full ministers, several ministers of state have also been appointed to assist in key portfolios:

  • Mukhtar Ahmad Malik – Minister of State for National Health Services
  • Talal Chaudhry – Minister of State for Interior and Narcotics Control
  • Wajiha Qamar – Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training
  • Malik Rashid Ahmed Khan – Minister of State for National Food Security and Research
  • Abdul Rehman Kanju – Minister of State for Power and Public Affairs Unit
  • Aqeel Malik – Minister of State for Law and Justice
  • Bilal Azhar Kayani – Minister of State for Railways
  • Kesu Mal Khel Das – Minister of State for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony
  • Muhammad Aun Saqlain – Minister of State for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development

Advisors and Special Assistants to the Prime Minister

Alongside ministers, the Prime Minister has also appointed several advisors and special assistants:

  • Syed Tauqeer Hussain Shah – Advisor to the Prime Minister’s Office
  • Muhammad Ali – Advisor to the Prime Minister on Privatization
  • Pervez Khattak – Advisor to the Prime Minister on Interior
  • Haroon Akhtar – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production
  • Huzaifa Rehman – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on National Heritage and Culture
  • Mubarak Zeb – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Tribal Affairs
  • Talha Burki – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs

Implications of the New Cabinet

The cabinet reshuffle is seen as a move to strengthen governance by assigning portfolios to experienced politicians and technocrats. The new ministers are expected to address key national challenges, including economic recovery, energy security, and public sector reforms.

Political analysts believe these appointments reflect a balance of party representation and expertise, ensuring effective policy execution. The next few months will be crucial in assessing the performance of the newly appointed ministers and their impact on governance.
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