Maulana Fazlur Rehman explained the careful process behind his party’s position. “After thorough deliberations on all aspects of the proposed amendment, the JUI-F decided to oppose it,” he stated.
The JUI-F chief provided clear voting instructions to all party representatives. He mandated that every JUI-F member must cast their vote against the constitutional amendment.
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar presented the 27th Constitutional Amendment in the National Assembly earlier today. The legislative proposal has already achieved passage through the Senate.
The Law Minister outlined the primary feature of the amendment: establishing a new Federal Constitutional Court. This court hears constitutional matters and interprets constitutional provisions.
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The proposed Federal Constitutional Court would maintain its permanent seat in Islamabad. The court’s structure ensures equal representation for all federating units, upholding the spirit of the Charter of Democracy.
The Islamabad High Court would also receive representation within the new judicial body. This establishment represents a significant restructuring of Pakistan’s constitutional judicial framework.
The JUI-F’s opposition sets the stage for a significant parliamentary debate as the amendment proceeds through the legislative process in the National Assembly.
