The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has unveiled a strategy to ‘redefine role of its parliamentarians in the National Assembly and Senate amid rising tensions with its ruling ally, PML-N. The party aims to take a more assertive stance in Parliament sessions, challenging government decisions and legislation.
According to PPP sources, the new approach involves creating hurdles during parliamentary proceedings. “The People’s Party will affect government legislation in Parliament and may disrupt the holding of Senate and National Assembly sessions,” sources said.
As part of the strategy, PPP lawmakers will scrutinize session quorum. If the quorum is met, members may boycott the session entirely. The party has also decided to refrain from participating in lawmaking activities in both houses, marking a significant shift in its parliamentary role.
Political observers note that this move is part of PPP’s broader strategy to ‘redefine role of opposition in Pakistan’s legislative process, emphasizing accountability and checks on government authority.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has convened a meeting with senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leaders to discuss the ongoing political row between Sindh and Punjab. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is also expected to attend and deliver a message from President Asif Zardari.
The consultations aim to find solutions to the current political tensions. Sources indicate that further dialogue between the Prime Minister and PPP leadership is likely in the coming days to address the evolving situation.
Political analysts believe PPP’s strategy to ‘redefine role of its parliamentarians could significantly impact legislative processes. By boycotting sessions or challenging quorum rules, the party intends to exert pressure on the government while demonstrating its influence in national politics.
The evolving situation highlights the fragile alliances in Pakistan’s political landscape, with the PPP seeking to assert its position while PML-N navigates governance challenges.
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