Islamabad — Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has directed the immediate withdrawal of a proposed amendment that sought to grant the office of the Prime Minister immunity from criminal prosecution. The move comes in response to the intense public and political backlash following the revelation of the controversial clause.
In a statement released on social media, Prime Minister Sharif clarified the situation, stating that he was informed that some senators from his own party had introduced the immunity amendment in the Senate. He emphasized that this particular clause was not included in the original draft approved by the Federal Cabinet.
While expressing gratitude for the senators’ “sincerity” and apparent good intentions, the Prime Minister categorically instructed them to immediately recall the amendment.
Political analysts suggest that the Prime Minister’s swift decision is a direct result of pressure for transparency and an effort to counter the perception that the government is manipulating constitutional amendments for personal advantage. This incident underscores the ethical scrutiny faced by the government and highlights the immediate backlash against any attempts to place the highest executive office above the law and accountability.
