Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday praised the approval of the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill with a two-thirds majority in the ...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday praised the approval of the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill with a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly, referring to it as a 'historic step in enhancing democracy and national unity.'
While speaking to the House, the prime minister praised the country and legislators for showing exceptional agreement on the significant law.
"Following 19 years, the aspiration of creating constitutional courts has finally come true," he stated, noting that the amendment demonstrated the parliament's shared determination to strengthen the federation and maintain constitutional principles.
Sharif expressed appreciation to President Asif Ali Zardari, Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, chairman of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Abdul Aleem Khan, Khalid Magsi, Aimal Wali Khan, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, the law minister, and members of the relevant parliamentary committees for their assistance.
Calling the creation of the constitutional court "the height of democracy," he stated that "the Chief Justice of Pakistan will remain in charge of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan, the Supreme Judicial Council, and the Law and Justice Commission."
The government, he further stated, would "continue to look to the judiciary for direction in preserving the Constitution and the rule of law."
Honoring the late Senator Irfan Siddiqui, the prime minister stated, 'He was one of Nawaz Sharif's most devoted allies, and his scholarly wisdom will continue to serve as a guiding light for coming generations.'
He sought eternal rest for the soul that had passed away and provided support for his grieving family.
Denouncing the latest acts of terrorism, Shehbaz Sharif compared the attack on Cadet College Wana to the Army Public School tragedy, while praising the Pakistan Armed Forces for saving students and killing the attackers. He also condemned the assault on the Islamabad Judicial Complex, which resulted in 12 deaths, including lawyers, and expressed his prayers for the martyrs and the recovery of the injured. The prime minister stated, 'It is clear that individuals from India and Afghanistan were behind these terrorist attacks.'
He stated, "We have provided irrefutable evidence of Indian participation in the Jaffar Express attack to the global community, and no one has disputed those facts."
Prime Minister Sharif stated again that the Khawarij militants would receive a 'suitable reaction' from Pakistan's security agencies.
He mentioned that peace negotiations took place in Doha and Istanbul with the Afghan interim administration, under the condition that it take action against groups utilizing Afghan territory to target Pakistan. 'We seek peace and stability in the area and expect Afghanistan to show genuine dedication,' he stressed.
Emphasizing recent diplomatic and military accomplishments, the prime minister mentioned Pakistan's 'victory in the conflict with India in February,' which, he claimed, 'boosted the nation's international reputation.'
He mentioned that the country honored the granting of the rank of Field Marshal to Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, stating that the position would be 'inscribed in the Constitution along with other service chiefs.'
Reiterating his dedication to national unity, the prime minister stated he backed all actions that reinforced the federation and provinces, rejecting anything that undermined solidarity.
"We must progress collectively for the growth and prosperity of Pakistan," he concluded.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif during a meeting of the National Assembly on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - (PMO)
On Wednesday, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, head of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), praised the contributions of Pakistan's military, political leaders, civil society, and citizens in fighting terrorist groups, promising that the nation will once more handle such challenges.
In the National Assembly, he stated that Pakistan's security agencies and its citizens had jointly dealt with and overcome terrorists, stopping them from creating safe areas within Pakistani territory.
He honored the nation's sacrifices, noting that numerous individuals had accepted martyrdom in the struggle against extremism. "We have previously overcome these groups thanks to the sacrifices of our people and the courage of our military; by God's will, we will do so again," Bilawal stated, emphasizing that a coordinated national effort, involving military, political, and civilian sectors, is crucial for safeguarding the country. He urged elected officials and citizens to come together against terrorists, adding that political disagreements should be put aside when the nation's security is threatened.
"Regardless of whether elected officials are part of the government or the opposition, and whether their disagreements are political or ideological, the matter of national security, especially dealing with the nation's enemies and terrorists, should bring everyone together," he added.
Bilawal also supported moving forward with the 27th Constitutional Amendment, stating that it addresses aspects that were not concluded by the previous 26th Amendment and demonstrates a wide-ranging political agreement among different parties.
"We labored around the clock to enact the 26th Amendment and, with political agreement, added it to the constitution. Now the 27th Amendment will finish the remaining aspects of the 26th and finalize the charter we started," he stated.
He stated that the amendment package was intended not only to ensure constitutional safeguards for important positions but also to implement specific modifications concerning the nation's defense organizations.
Dismissing the idea that the power of a constitutional amendment depends only on the number of votes, Bilawal stated that true strength arises from political agreement.
Bilawal called on legislators to focus on national unity and agreement while discussing the amendment, stating that long-term political harmony, rather than mere numerical support, would define its legitimacy and longevity. Emphasizing the historical consensus that formed Pakistan's constitutional structure, Bilawal highlighted the significance of the 1973 Constitution and later amendments in protecting provincial autonomy and democratic principles.
Remembering the regular suo motu notices from previous times, Bilawal mentioned that they occasionally concerned governance matters and even the setting of market prices. 'Following this constitutional amendment, there will be no arbitrary suo motu actions. Judges will handle cases through the standard procedure, as seen in other democratic nations,' he stated.
He further emphasized the party's stance against eliminating the constitutional safeguards given to provincial governments through the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award. "While I am in charge of this party, the rights provided to the provinces, together with constitutional protections, will stay unchanged," he stated.
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