PTI has put forward Senator Shibli Faraz as its nominee for the role of Leader of the Opposition in the Senate. As per directives from PTI’s founder Imran Khan, the party’s senators have formally submitted a request to the Senate Secretariat, endorsing Shibli for the position. All 19 PTI senators have backed this nomination.
Following a meeting with Imran Khan at Adiala Jail, Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) Chairman Sahibzada Muhammad Hamid Raza informed the media about Senator Shibli Faraz’s appointment as the Leader of the Opposition in the Senate, as per Imran Khan’s instructions.
During the meeting with Imran, it was decided that the newly formed six-party alliance of opposition parties—Tehreek Tahaffuz-e-Ain—that began its protest movement from Balochistan last week will also organize rallies across the country.
The SIC, a member of the alliance, plans to convene a meeting of all six opposition parties in Lahore on April 29 to strategize the movement, with intentions for a nationwide rollout.
Contrary to earlier reports, Imran Khan has refuted statements regarding Saudi Arabia’s involvement in any regime change operation in Pakistan.
He emphasized Saudi Arabia’s support during his government, citing instances such as hosting the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) conference and providing financial assistance.
PTI Central Information Secretary Raoof Hassan stressed that the movement for constitutional supremacy and the rule of law is in its final stages, expressing confidence in their success. He hinted at forthcoming positive developments and reiterated expectations for Imran Khan’s release from jail.
Imran Khan’s directive to pursue an assertive media policy was highlighted, with plans to address previously unexplored topics. PTI leader Muzzammil Aslam clarified Imran Khan’s disavowal of statements attributed to him concerning the Saudi government.
Discussions also covered Pakistan’s economic situation, with updates on IMF negotiations for a new program and international donors pledging $1.8 billion at a recent conference in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P). Imran underscored the importance of the rule of law in building trust and attracting investment.
