PM Says KP Emergency Was Imposed to Protect Economy
Shehbaz Sharif said the move was needed to prevent bloodshed and restore order as the PTI planned widespread unrest, officials said.
- On Saturday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif defended the October 11 imposition of emergency and governor's rule in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa , citing fears of bloodshed during Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protests and breakdown of law and order.
- Shehbaz alleged that PTI planned widespread violence during the long march, similar to disruptions last year, claiming government inaction would amount to criminal negligence given the risk of instability.
- Although a draft agreement was finalized after 48 hours of negotiation, Shehbaz claimed the opposition reversed the understanding following provincial consultations, while Qaiser argued the government 'mishandled the situation.'
- The federal government established an Advisory Council to oversee K-P for two months, with Shehbaz describing it as a neutral, non-political body and pledging 'all available resources' to address the situation.
- Emphasizing that the domestic economy is moving toward recovery, Shehbaz highlighted a fuel subsidy scheme benefiting around 12 million people, contrasting current stability with the 2013-14 turmoil that caused irreparable losses.
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Political infighting threatens to derail Pakistan’s counterterrorism push
Pakistan’s counterterrorism campaign against Taliban insurgents risks being undermined by public resentment, following the dismissal of the opposition-led administration of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province. According to a statement issued by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s office after an emergency cabinet meeting last Sunday, the decision to impose temporary federal rule was necessitated by the “provincial government’s deliberate disengagement …
Pakistan PM Claims Govt “compelled” to Impose Emergency Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Amid Political Fallout
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. According to Dawn, Shehbaz attempted to justify the heavy-handed intervention by pointing fingers at the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led administration, alleging a complete breakdown in cooperation over counter-terrorism operations. World News | Pakistan PM Claims Govt “compelled” to Impose Emergency Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Amid Political Fallout.
Pakistan PM claims govt “compelled” to impose emergency rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa amid political fallout - The Tribune
According to Dawn, Shehbaz attempted to justify the heavy-handed intervention by pointing fingers at the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led administration, alleging a complete breakdown in cooperation over counter-terrorism operations.
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