Recent developments surrounding the proposed constitutional amendment in Pakistan have caused quite a stir. The JUI-F, led by Maulana Fazlur Rehman, has vehemently denied rumors suggesting their support for the ruling coalition’s ‘Constitutional Package’.
According to sources within the party, the government has agreed to postpone the amendment at the request of Maulana Fazl, indicating that the matter remains contentious. In fact, the JUI-F has proposed a ‘constitutional bench’ as a compromise.
While the government is preparing to table the amendment, tensions persist between the two parties regarding the details of the proposed changes. The JUI-F insists on reviewing the draft before proceeding, emphasizing the need for mutual agreement.
It is anticipated that the amendment will be presented in separate sessions of the National Assembly and Senate, possibly on October 18. Efforts are underway to secure a two-thirds majority, with alliances being formed and negotiations ongoing with various political figures.
As the political landscape in Pakistan evolves, the fate of the constitutional amendment hangs in the balance, awaiting further deliberations and consensus among key stakeholders.