What's happened
Maryam Nawaz Sharif, daughter of former PM Nawaz Sharif, elected as chief minister of Punjab province in Pakistan.
Why it matters
This event is significant as it marks the first time a woman has held the position of chief minister in Punjab, a region with a population of over 127 million. It also reflects the continued influence of the Sharif family in Pakistani politics.
What the papers say
The South China Morning Post and Gulf News provide detailed coverage of Maryam Nawaz's election as chief minister, highlighting her family's political legacy and the significance of her appointment. Al Jazeera and AP News offer similar coverage, focusing on the political dynamics and opposition boycott of the election.
How we got here
The election of Maryam Nawaz as chief minister follows the national and provincial polls held on February 8, with her family's party forming a coalition government with the Pakistan Peoples Party.
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