Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has gained support from British MPs for his candidacy as Chancellor of Oxford University, despite currently serving a 10-year prison sentence in Pakistan. Khan is competing against prominent figures like Peter Mandelson, a key adviser to Tony Blair, and William Hague, former Foreign Secretary under David Cameron.
Khan, who studied at Oxford, is endorsed by Conservative peer Lord Daniel Hannan and independent MPs Shockat Adam and Adnan Hussain. Hannan praised Khan as a “towering figure” in philanthropy, sport, and politics, and an ideal candidate for Oxford’s chancellorship. Shockat Adam described Khan’s potential appointment as a “universal symbol of resistance,” emphasizing its significance as a message of hope.
Khan’s connection to Oxford dates back to his time as a student, where he captained the cricket team. His former aide, Sayed Zulfiqar Bukhari, highlighted Khan’s credentials, including his tenure as Chancellor of Bradford University and his global recognition for justice, integrity, and freedom. Despite his imprisonment, Khan’s supporters believe his election would send a strong message about his enduring influence and the principles he embodies.
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