Amid significant political maneuvering in Azad Kashmir, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has made a definitive decision to distance itself from any new government setup, choosing instead to sit on the opposition benches.
Raja Muhammad Farooq Haider, the former Prime Minister of AJK and the party’s current parliamentary leader, announced the clear stance, stating, “We will not be part of any process of government formation.”
In his statement, Haider emphasized the party’s unity on this issue, declaring, “The parliamentary party stands by its decision, and there is absolutely no room for a change.”
This position was echoed by Shah Ghulam Qadir, the President of PML-N Azad Kashmir. He confirmed that the decision was made unanimously during a parliamentary party meeting.
Qadir clarified the party’s future role, stating that the “PML-N will sit on the opposition benches to protect the rights of the people of Azad Kashmir.” He affirmed that the party is committed to playing a

