Shahid Khaqan’s health improving after cardiac issue: spokesperson

Former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi’s health has improved after a cardiac issue yesterday, his Awaam Pakistan party said on Sunday. 

Shahid Khaqan Abbasi complained of pain in his shoulder yesterday morning and was immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where doctors diagnosed a cardiac issue during examination, Awaam Pakistan spokesperson Dr Zafar Mirza said in a statement. The doctors provided him with timely treatment, after which his health has improved significantly, and he is resting at the hospital, the statement added.

It prayed for the speedy recovery of the Awaam Pakistan chief and urged the media to be considerate of his private life and privacy.

Awaam Pakistan co-founder Miftah Ismail also said on X that Abbasi’s health condition continues to improve, and he is now resting comfortably.

“We expect and pray for his quick and full recovery. I thank friends who have been calling to ask about his health,” the former finance minister added.

Abbasi and Ismail were previously part of the PML-N but parted ways and launched their Awaam Pakistan party in July 2024.