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New Pakistani PM Gilani secures assembly approval

Pakistani Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani secured the unanimous approval of the National Assembly on Saturday without a vote of confidence after the opposition said it supported him.

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  • Published: 11:52 March 29, 2008
  • Gulf News

Islamabad: Pakistani Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani secured the unanimous approval of the National Assembly on Saturday without a vote of confidence after the opposition said it supported him.

The Pakistani constitution requires a new prime minister to secure a vote of confidence by the lower house of parliament.
However, a vote is not necessary if the opposition voices support.

Gilani is set to lead a coalition government.

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