Bilawal urges Achakzai to use ‘authority’ delegated by Imran, asks opposition to play role in Parliament

Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, Chairman of the PPP, urged National Assembly Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai to exercise the authority and power delegated to him by jailed PTI founder Imran Khan. Bilawal made this appeal during a session of the National Assembly, chaired by Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa. He called for strengthening Parliament by addressing matters of national interest collectively on a single platform.

Bilawal criticized the opposition for boycotting committee proceedings, which he believed weakened Parliament. He specifically urged Achakzai to nominate a representative to the newly constituted committee on electoral reforms and participate in its discussions, as the opposition had previously described electoral rigging as its "fundamental issue".

Bilawal emphasized that participation in the committee was crucial for restoring Parliament's respect and authority. He also called for a briefing from the foreign, interior, and defense ministers on the challenges facing Pakistan, particularly in light of the closure of key maritime routes and developments related to the war in Iran.