Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has emphasized again the urgent need for judicial reforms and the establishment of a constitutional court to ensure swift and impartial justice in the country. He declared that the PPP will not be intimidated by threats from those in black coats or robes when it comes to constitutional amendments.

Addressing the Peoples Lawyers Forum (PLF) in Quetta today, Chairman PPP presented his party’s proposed draft for constitutional reforms, which includes the establishment of constitutional courts at the provincial level. He stressed that country’s judicial system has failed to deliver justice to the victims of terrorism, with judges unable to secure convictions in 50% of the cases, highlighting the dire need for judicial reforms.

According to a press release issued by the Media Cell of Bilawal House, the PPP chairman reiterated his party’s clear stance and ideology, which has been carried forward through three generations. “When something is wrong, we say it’s wrong,” he said, adding that the country is facing numerous unresolved issues, and while not all of them can be addressed immediately, the PPP will continue to strive for what is achievable based on our principles, manifesto, and the promises made to the people. He added, “Politics is the art of making the impossible possible. Even without holding the office of Prime Minister, I will continue to work for the people.”

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also reflected on the political climate in Islamabad, stating that the political battles in the capital often have little to do with Balochistan. Referring to the Charter of Democracy, he recalled that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto had promised in 2006 to introduce judicial reforms and establish constitutional courts to ensure swift justice for the people. While landmark achievements such as the 18th Amendment, the NFC Award, and renaming the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province were accomplished, judicial reforms remained pending. He stated that the current political environment presents an opportunity to realize this component of the Charter of Democracy (CoD).

He further mentioned that while the PPP does not have the majority in the National Assembly to pass constitutional amendments on its own, the party will work towards a consensus-based draft that aligns with its manifesto and the vision of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. He also expressed confidence that the proposal for establishing constitutional courts was introduced by Shaheed Bibi during the CoD discussions, noting that it was unlikely to have come from Nawaz Sharif.

Chairman PPP called for the reform of the judicial appointment process, stating that the 18th Amendment introduced a procedure whereby the judiciary would make recommendations, but the final decision would be made by a parliamentary committee with equal representation from the government and the opposition. He also emphasized that Pakistan’s current judicial system is inadequate in providing justice to the common man, especially in terrorism cases, where the conviction rate is less than 50%.

Chairman PPP expressed optimism that there would be consensus on these reforms, including the proposal to establish constitutional courts not only at the federal level but also at the provincial level, to ensure swift justice. He highlighted that nearly 50% of the cases in high courts pertain to constitutional matters under Article 199, making it essential to have constitutional courts at all levels.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also underscored the importance of revisiting the method for appointing judges, suggesting to return to the approach adopted in the 18th Amendment, where judicial nominations would require the approval of a parliamentary majority. He noted that the PPP had reached an agreement with PML-N and JUI-F on merging the current judicial committee and parliamentary committee to streamline the process of judicial appointments.

Chairman PPP emphasized the critical role of lawyers in this reform process. He announced plans to engage with bar associations across the country, saying, “We will work within our mandate. It’s not just judicial politics now; even judges are involved in politics, and we must address this together.”

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari reiterated the need for constitutional courts, reforms at the provincial level, and changes in the judicial appointment process, asserting, “If I am drafting laws and making constitutional amendments, I am doing it based on our party’s manifesto and the people’s mandate. Only the people have the power to decide whether I am right or wrong.” He furthered saying, “It has taken us 50 years to seek justice for Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. This time, we will not be intimidated by threats from those in black coats or black robes.”

A delegation of Supreme Court Bar Association led by the President Association Shehzad Shaukat called on Chairman of Pakistan-Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto on Thursday evening at Zardari House Islamabad.

The delegation discussed the establishment of constitutional court and judicial reforms. The delegation also extended an invitation to the Chairman PPP to address the Bar at the Bar Room of the Supreme Court.

The delegation consisted of Rifaqat Islamabad, Samia Faiz Durrani, Neelam Azra Khan, Tanveer Ahmed Mughal, Mukhtar Ahmed Maniri, Raza Ullah and others. Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, Secretary General PPPP Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari and Ijaz Jakhrai MNA were also present on the occasion.

Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has emphasized the urgent need for reforms in the “fractured” judicial system, ensuring that every citizen receives their fundamental right to timely justice. He reiterated his resolve to establish the constitutional court to ensure that no elected Prime Minister is ever unjustly hanged again. He also clarified that his party stands against any legislation aimed at benefiting or harming an individual.

In a statement issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP Chairman highlighted that under his proposed amendments, the constitutional court would provide equal representation to all provinces, with the position of Chief Justice rotating among them.

While addressing the Sindh High Court Bar Association here on Tuesday, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari stated that he belongs to the family and party that gifted the country its Constitution. He remarked that their history includes facing authoritarian regimes, where they witnessed the whims of dictators dismantling the 1973 Constitution with just a blink or a gesture. He added that they also witnessed how judges allowed dictators to undertake actions that kept democracy and the Constitution at bay for decades.

Chairman condemned the tearing apart of the nation’s Constitution, adding that the saddest part was that judges permitted dictators to amend it. With a touch of irony, he noted how they were once labeled as corrupt to the extent that the Constitution and laws didn’t seem to apply to them. He said that in Pakistan’s democratic system, judges could only tolerate one instance of a Provisional Constitutional Order (PCO), yet during the first PCO oath, democracy and the Constitution appeared unthreatened.

He recalled the generational sacrifices made by his party for the restoration of democracy so that people could elect representatives who would make laws according to their will. He mentioned that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto signed the Charter of Democracy (CoD) to ensure that if Pakistan’s system were to be corrected and democracy restored, agreements like the Charter must be implemented. He added that after passing the 18th Amendment and restoring the 1973 Constitution, they fulfilled Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto’s unfinished mission.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari pointed out that former Chief Justice Iftikhar Chaudhry was not a revolutionary but a PCO judge. He said that long before the Justice Chaudhry’s tenure, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto decided to establish a constitutional court, initiate judicial reforms, and ensure timely justice for the people.

He stated that they have learned from the past, expressing great respect for the legal community. He stressed that lawmaking cannot happen through courts, yet judges, through Articles 184 and 186, have granted themselves the power to legislate. He said that if the citizens of this country are to receive timely justice, and there is to be no disparity between provinces, then a federal constitutional court is essential. He outlined that in his proposed reforms, each province will have equal representation in the federal constitutional court, with the position of Chief Justice rotating among them to ensure fairness.

The PPP Chairman further noted that 90% of the judiciary’s time is spent on political cases, which constitute only 15% of the total cases. He stressed that if they are serious about providing justice to the public, institutions should be allowed to focus on the work they were established for. He mentioned the long struggle to abolish Articles 58(2)(b) and 63(A), which were used as tools to unconstitutionally dismiss democratic governments, and how eventually, they were repealed. Regrettably, the courts later adopted these powers by dismissing elected Prime Ministers and amending the Constitution themselves through rulings on 63(A).

Addressing the lawyers, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari urged them not to doubt his intentions when it comes to the supremacy of the Constitution. He vowed to personally fight for constitutional supremacy, ensuring that all provinces receive fair representation. He emphasized that they will establish a constitutional court to prevent any future Prime Minister from facing unjust execution and to ensure that justice is served for the people of Pakistan.

In response to questions, Chairman PPP remarked that if one were to observe the systems in the U.S. or the U.K., there are no restrictions on breaking party lines. Members of parliament there are free to vote against their party. He further explained that the amendment they introduced to 63(A) was not previously part of the law. Under this amendment, members of parliament were required to follow their party’s line on constitutional amendments, the budget, and no-confidence motions, but they still retained the right to cast their vote.

He further stated that in the mentioned article, it was written that if any parliamentarian votes against the party line on these crucial matters, their vote would still be counted. However, neither we nor any court has the authority, nor should we have it, to force a parliamentarian to strictly follow the party line.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the decision on Article 63-A was given with a specific intent. We do not want floor-crossing to be easy; we want strict punishment for those who do it. When they face the risk that a by-election will be held in their constituency as a result of floor-crossing, they will think carefully before casting their vote. He further added that if it is declared that a parliamentarian who crosses the floor will be disqualified for life and their vote will not be counted, it means you are threatening that member who might not agree with the budget, IMF conditions, or a constitutional amendment, but you are coercing them into voting under the threat of lifelong disqualification.

The PPP chairman said that constitutional reforms are a new concept for those “whose history begins with the vote of no confidence.” He said that in the world, a vote of no confidence is the only democratic parliamentary method, and this power lies with the parliament, not with a judge or a general. For the first time in the country’s history, a prime minister was ousted through a vote of no confidence, whereas previously, dictators or judges were the ones who sent elected prime ministers home.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari clearly stated that both the current Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa and Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, who were part of the bench that ruled Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto innocent, are highly respected by him.

Pakistan and Russia have reiterated their commitment to expanding trade and economic ties, along with enhancing regional connectivity, to strengthen bilateral relations. Both sides underscored the importance of fostering mutually beneficial cooperation in key sectors such as agriculture, food security, business, education, railways, science and technology, and promoting stronger people-to-people connections.

This was discussed during a meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari and the visiting Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Mr Alexei Overchuk, who along with members of his delegation called on the President, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, on Thursday.

Welcoming the Russian Deputy Prime Minister, the President stressed the importance of exploring possibilities for barter trade, in addition to improving connectivity to strengthen economic relations between the two nations. He called for easing visa regulations and increasing connectivity through railways and direct flights to facilitate and enhance people-to-people and business-to-business contacts.

During the meeting, it was highlighted that there was great scope to increase bilateral cooperation in the agriculture sector. It was emphasised that there was enormous potential to undertake joint ventures in the agricultural sector for the mutual benefit of the two countries. It was also informed that a 75-member business delegation from Pakistan would visit Russia in October to explore avenues for business and economic cooperation.

Mr Alexei Overchuk said that Russia was looking forward to improving cooperation with Pakistan in the areas of food security, science and technology, education, connectivity and railways. He stated that the upcoming visit of the Russian Prime Minister to Pakistan, in October, would provide another opportunity to further strengthen bilateral relations. He further said that Russia held tremendous respect for all religions and Muslim culture, and had condemned the desecration of the Holy Quran.

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Mr Ishaq Dar, Chairman Pakistan People’s Party, Mr Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Minister of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Mr Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, Minister of Energy (Power and Petroleum Divisions), Mr Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, Minister of Communications, Mr Abdul Aleem Khan, Minister of Commerce, Mr Jam Kamal Khan, Senator Ms Sherry Rehman, and senior officials of the Government were also present during the meeting.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) began his address by welcoming the Peoples Lawyers Forum (PLF) to Zardari House. He said that the Party’s lawyers’ wing gave this country the 1973 Constitution and stood firm against every tyrant, whether in the form of dictators like Zia ul Haq and General Musharraf, or Chief Justice Iftikhar Chaudhary.

Chairman Bilawal highlighted that the struggle of the Party’s lawyers led to the restoration of the 1973 Constitution and the removal of oppressive laws. He recalled how Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, even while in Dubai, would receive calls from the PLF. She would remark that if judges wished to engage in politics, they should form a political party and contact her in that capacity. She understood that politicising the courts would be detrimental to democracy, the Constitution, and the people.

Chairman Bilawal stated that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto herself envisioned the formation of a constitutional court, designed to address the injustices suffered by the people and her family, especially after her father’s judicial murder. Her vision focused on establishing constitutional courts to handle cases with political and constitutional implications. The appointment of judges, which constitutionally lay with the Prime Minister, was later transferred to the Chief Justice through judicial intervention. Attempts were made to address this in the 18th Amendment, following global examples like the United States, where legislators hold such powers. However, this effort was derailed by the so-called “handshake” Chief Justice, who set a precedent for an insular judicial system. The doctrine of ‘political activism’ initiated by Chief Justice Iftikhar Chaudhary has since been propagated by figures like Saqib Nisar and Gulzar Ahmed. Articles of the Constitution, such as 58 -2B, have been weaponised.

Chairman Bilawal said his family waited fifty years to achieve justice for Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. While expressing gratitude to the entire bench of the case, including Justice Isa and Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, he questioned the plight of the common people if a former Prime Minister, his daughter, also a former Prime Minister, and her husband, a former President, had to wait five decades for justice. “We must fulfil Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto’s promises; come what may, we must establish the constitutional court in line with the Charter of Democracy,” Chairman Bilawal vowed. The process of judicial appointments needs reform, and the people of this country must receive justice.

Chairman Bilawal noted that 15 percent of the Supreme Court’s cases are constitutional, yet these occupy significant portions of time. He questioned whether it would not be appropriate to establish separate constitutional courts, representing the federation, to handle cases that currently consume 90 percent of the court’s time. Even the Parliament has two houses, he pointed out. Once constitutional courts are established, judges can perform their duties more effectively.

Chairman Bilawal suggested that the government’s proposals are perhaps insufficient, noting that provinces also need their own constitutional courts. In provincial courts, 50 percent of cases are related to constitutional matters. Legislation in this regard would provide meaningful relief to people seeking swift and timely justice. Chairman PPP stressed that there should be no opposition to constitutional amendments in this context. He reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for this cause, a promise of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.

Chairman Bilawal acknowledged that some voices from within the legal community may promote certain ideals under the guise of defending the state, often due to personal affiliations with judges. However, he warned that this would deceive the public and deny them their rights. These are the same individuals responsible for the passage of the 19th Amendment. In this context, Chairman Bilawal urged the PLF’s lawyers to make their voices heard and empower themselves, whether in provincial or federal constitutional courts. If the PPP succeeds in achieving its aims, the lawyers will also have a say in the process and contribute their expertise. He recalled that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto initially set the minimum age for judges at 40, which was later raised to 45 by Zia ul Haq. Chairman said that he personally believes the age should be reduced to 35, but at the very least, the original limit set by Quaid-e-Awam should be retained. This would provide young lawyers with greater opportunities to advance as judges.

Chairman Bilawal emphasised that the PPP has consistently upheld its position regarding the judiciary, motivated by a desire for justice. The Party holds the judiciary in the highest regard and seeks to empower it to deliver justice in a timely manner. Addressing the PLF, Chairman Bilawal called for conventions to be organised. He reminded the audience of the sacrifices made by PPP’s lawyers, who have withstood bullets in defence of the judicial system and would do so again if needed.

Chairman Bilawal concluded by sharing that his own grandfather was a lawyer, and he holds the profession in great esteem. He expressed his concerns over the politicisation of the legal field, which has undermined democracy. Chairman Bilawal reiterated his determination to present his stance to the legal community and vowed to continue the fight on every front. He also issued directives to the relevant party organisations to begin preparations in this regard.

President Asif Ali Zardari has categorically rejected the elections for the Legislative Assembly of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), asserting that these polls are no substitute for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination. He emphasised that such elections are unacceptable to the people of Kashmir and called upon the international community to hold the Modi government accountable for ongoing human rights violations in IIOJK. He further urged the need to take concrete steps toward conducting a plebiscite in line with relevant United Nations Security Council Resolutions.

The President expressed these views while talking to a delegation of migrants from IIOJK, residing in Pakistan since 1989, led by Mr Uzair Ahmed Ghazali, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, on Wednesday.

Welcoming the delegation, the President condemned the Legislative Assembly elections in IIOJK, terming them as part of India’s broader strategy to consolidate its illegal occupation of the region. He highlighted that such measures could neither legitimize India’s occupation nor suppress the freedom struggle of the Kashmiri people. He stated that India was trying to alter the demographic structure of IIOJK by turning the Kashmiri Muslims into a minority and transforming them into a disempowered community in their own land.

The President said that Pakistan greatly valued the sacrifices made by the Kashmiri people for their rights and would continue to stand in solidarity with them. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to provide moral, political and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people till the realization of their right to self-determination.

The delegation apprised the President about the atrocities being committed by the Modi regime in IIOJK. It was highlighted that the entire Kashmiri leadership had been imprisoned to suppress the voice of the Kashmiri people. The delegation also apprised the President about the issues of the refugees in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).

The President underscored that a protest should be lodged over the illegal steps and atrocities being committed by the Indian Occupation Forces in IIOJK. He said that Pakistan was committed to the socio-economic uplift of refugees and resolving their issues. He assured the delegation that the Government of AJK would be asked to enhance subsistence allowance as well as provide other relief measures to Kashmiri refugees. He further assured that Pakistan’s social safety net would be extended to include 8000 migrant families through the Benazir Income Support Programme.

The delegation thanked the President for Pakistan’s continued moral, political and diplomatic support for the Kashmiri people. The delegation also commended the efforts and role of the Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party, Mr Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, who strongly advocated the cause of the people of IIOJK at various fora during his tenure as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari chaired a meeting of Provincial Presidents of Peoples Lawyers’ Forum at Zardari House Islamabad on Wednesday.

The Central President of PLF Syed Nayyer Hussain Bokhari, member National Assembly Syed Naveed Qamar and the Political Adviser to the Chairman, Jameel Soomro were also in attendance. The President PLF Central Punjab Raheel Cheema, Southern Punjab Sheikh Ghias President KP, Gohar Rehman President Balochistan, Behram Khan and President Sindh Qazi Bashir attended the meeting.

Chairman PPP informed the provincial Presidents of PLF regarding the progress on proposed constitutional amendments. The meeting discussed in detailed the proposed constitutional amendments. The issue of establishing of Constitutional Courts also came under discussion.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the PPP is in favour of establishing Constitutional Courts according to the Charter of Democracy and party’s manifesto. The PPP did not discuss the age of judges in the proposed Constitution amendments whereas the government wanted changes in this regard. The PPP supported to reduce the age for a judge at the time of appointment and the government agreed to the proposal and included it in the draft. The government had also proposed to increase the age of Chief Justice for three years making it 67 years but the Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam opposed it and suggested to keep the retirement age to 65. The changes of the age of judges would give a perception that someone would be in and someone would be out which is not appropriate.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also said that in his view Justice Mansoor Ali Shah will be the next Chief Justice. He said that Justice Qazi Faez Essa and Justice Mansoor Ali Shah were the part of the Bench which announced the historic decision of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s murder. He said that he has lot of respect for these two judges.

Chairman Bilawal said that the PPP has a principled stance about military courts and is not in favour. If the government really wants to legislate about military courts then our demand is to convene a combined meeting of the National Assembly and the Senate on national security. Regarding Article 63-A, Chairman Bilawal said that the unconstitutional verdict has deprived the members Parliament from voting according to their wishes. If a member Parliament votes against party policy then he will not only lose his membership but his vote will also not be counted. The PPP is of the view that the members Parliament should be allowed to vote according to their wishes as was done before and their vote should also be counted. Chairman Bilawal said that the alleged draft of constitutional amendment is not the real draft. 

Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has extended heartiest greetings to the entire nation on the blessed occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him).

In a press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, the PPP Chairman remarked that the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) came as a beacon of mercy for all of humanity, and every aspect of his life serves as a guiding light for us. He emphasized that the message of the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) transcends time, place, and borders, offering wisdom and guidance for all generations and communities.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari urged the nation to work towards building a society grounded in the teachings of the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him), one where peace, tolerance, and brotherhood prevail. “We must follow the example of our beloved Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) by striving to bring ease and comfort to the lives of others,” he said. He concluded by encouraging everyone to embody the values of compassion and kindness that the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) stood for, in both personal and collective efforts.

President Asif Ali Zardari has called upon the nation and the Muslim Ummah to abide by the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) as a guiding light to overcome the prevailing challenges. 

The president, in his message on 12th Rabiul Awwal, 1446, greeted the nation on the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), and said that Allah Almighty had set the Holy Prophet’s life as a role model to guide every aspect of life.

The president highlighted that the Holy Prophet (PBUH) established a just society where every individual, regardless of their wealth or social status, could live with dignity. He also emphasised the Holy Prophet’s teachings encouraged his followers to speak out against oppression and support the marginalized as an integral part of their faith.

“Today, as the world faces division and oppression, it’s imperative to spread the message of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), who embodied love, tolerance, and human rights. He treated all individuals, regardless of their faith, with respect and dignity. Embracing this spirit, we must promote global brotherhood, justice, and love,” President Zardari remarked.

President Zardari said that the Holy Prophet (PBUH) would continue to be a source of guidance forever. 12th Rabiul Awwal serves as a reminder of a transformative message that turned the darkness into a beacon of light.

He emphasized that the Holy Prophet (PBUH) considered those who benefited others as the best of humanity.

“So on this auspicious occasion, we need to disseminate the Holy Prophet (PBUH)’s message of love and compassion to humanity. His life exemplifies service to humanity, from caring for orphans and supporting the poor to inquiring after the sick,” he remarked.

The president urged the countrymen to dedicate the day to the welfare of humanity and incorporate the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) into our daily lives. He also prayed to Allah Almighty for Pakistan’s peace and prosperity and sought strength to adhere to the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, in his address to the National Assembly today, extended his felicitations to Makhdoom Tahir Rashid ud Din on becoming a member of the National Assembly. He expressed his gratitude to the people of Punjab and Rahim Yar Khan for their support of the PPP and for putting an end to the politics of hate and division. He also commended the Party’s organisation in South Punjab for their dedication, highlighting their efforts to combat every ‘fitna’ and their success through the power of the people. These are the candidates, he said, who can present Form 45 from every polling station.

Chairman Bilawal emphasised the need for politicians to work together to restore both politics and the Parliament. However, before this can happen, it must be determined whether those who lose are willing to accept their defeat and whether the victors can accept their victory with humility. The decision of the people must be trusted and respected for the country to progress. He thanked all the candidates who participated in the recent election, noting that they had demonstrated that the people of Pakistan do not stand with the politics of hate or with Prisoner No. 804. Those who support Prisoner No. 804 continue to lose by-elections, while allied parties emerge victorious.

Chairman Bilawal referenced a statement made yesterday by Prisoner No. 804, in which the individual of attacked every constitutional institution for personal political gain and to seek relief from his cases. He urged the PTI to investigate whether this statement was actually made by Imran Khan. Until yesterday, he said, the country was moving in a positive direction, with a forum being formed to legislate for democracy. However, this statement represents an attack on democracy. He pointed out that the individual had committed contempt of court against the current Chief Justice and had made politically motivated accusations against the Chief of Army Staff, aiming to make the post controversial. If Imran Khan indeed made this statement, Chairman Bilawal stated, he should face the consequences as per the Constitution and law of Pakistan. If Imran Khan did not make the statement, then the Leader of the Opposition or the party chairman must clarify whether the account was managed by Ali Amin or Mr. Marwat. Such clarification, he stressed, is essential.

Chairman Bilawal explained that these allegations align with a pattern of actions that have been in play since the no-confidence motion, a constitutional and democratic measure that sent the Prime Minister home. Certain individuals within the establishment, in connivance with a political party, began what was essentially a coup attempt. The first attack was the rejection of the no-confidence motion, abrogating the Constitution under the guise of Article 5. The second was an effort to hold elections before the appointment of the Army Chief. The third attack sought to make the appointment process controversial. It is said, during his stint as the Intelligence Chief, he caught Imran Khan’s corruption and presented the evidence to him. Instead of taking action, Imran Khan removed the Intelligence Chief and thus began this conspiracy to sabotage the Constitution.

Chairman Bilawal said that ongoing investigations would soon uncover the full truth behind the Form 45 debacle, and when the evidence surfaces, these ‘representatives’ would not be able to face the public.

Chairman Bilawal questioned why such extreme stances emerge whenever democratic political parties take steps toward democracy. He urged the PTI to investigate within their own ranks to identify those responsible for Imran Khan’s statements and actions, which have worsened the party’s and the country’s plight.