Sheikh Waqas Akram is a politician and the Information Secretary of Pakstan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Born in Jhang, his father, Sheikh Muhammad Akram is also a politician and member of PTI. Waqas’ significant political career started in PML-Q where he twice served as a minister between 2008 and 2012. During his time as a minister, he held a presence on the international stage including a seat for Pakistan at the United Nations.