Former Pakistan cricket team captain Shahid Afridi has confirmed permanently relocating from Karachi to Islamabad. Shahid Afridi has confirmed moving permanently to Islamabad from Karachi due to some personal reasons.
In an exclusive conversation with Daily Jang at his new residence in Islamabad, he said that continuity in policies, continuity in the democratic process, and completion of constitutional terms in state institutions form the strong foundation for development.
Shahid Afridi’s views on Pakistan’s politics
He said that if state institutions complete their terms, policies will remain consistent, and the benefits of development will soon reach the common man.
He stated that he wants to see Pakistan as a rapidly developing country, but the most basic element for that is continuity.
Will Boom Boom enter politics?
Shahid Afridi said that Pakistan and Pakistan cricket have given him respect, status, and recognition worldwide. His desire is to give back to Pakistan cricket and the country now; he is not entering politics at the moment.
He said the government should complete its 5-year constitutional term. All key constitutional officeholders, including the Chief Justice and Army Chief, should be allowed to complete their constitutional terms.
Shahid Afridi’s response to offers of government positions
Shahid Afridi further said that important government positions were offered in the past, but he always avoided such responsibilities—mere ceremonial posts hold no attraction for him.
