In his inaugural address to the nation as prime minister, Khan outlined his vision for a "New Pakistan" and emphasized the importance of implementing an Islamic welfare system, reducing poverty, and decreasing high levels of debt. Khan criticized the country's reliance on loans and aid from other nations, stating that a country must be self-sufficient to prosper. Khan, a former cricket star, was sworn in as prime minister after his party won the recent election. Despite his popularity due to his anti-corruption efforts, Khan faces challenges such as a currency crisis and strained relations with the United States. Khan did not provide details on how he will address the currency issues that analysts believe will lead Pakistan to seek another IMF bailout. Instead, he focused on debt and appointed Ishrat Husain to head a task force for austerity measures. Khan criticized the opulent lifestyles of Pakistan's ruling elite and announced plans to live in a modest three-bedroom house rather than the prime minister's residence. He also plans to reduce the number of servants from 524 to just two and sell bullet-proof vehicles to address Treasury shortages, despite the ongoing threat from Islamist militants in the country. He stated that he plans to lead a modest life and be frugal with money, encouraging overseas Pakistanis to invest in the country and urging the wealthy to fulfill their tax obligations. Khan emphasized the importance of paying taxes for the country's progress, addressing the issue of tax evasion in a nation where very few people file income tax returns. He expressed concerns about the impact of climate change on Pakistan and vowed to improve maternal and infant mortality rates, as well as address the high number of out-of-school children in a country with a low literacy rate. Khan, who lacks experience in government, announced his 21-person cabinet over the weekend, mainly selecting seasoned politicians. Critics expressed disapproval, noting that around half of the cabinet members had worked under the former military dictator Pervez Musharraf and belonged to the old guard. Khan revealed on Sunday that he will personally oversee the interior ministry. Once known as a playboy in London's social circles, Khan has embraced a more religious image and aims to establish a welfare state in Pakistan inspired by Western models rooted in the teachings of Prophet Mohammad in Medina. He stated his intention to allocate funds to support those in need.