ISLAMABAD, May 14 — PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari clarified on Thursday that the federal government has not yet consulted his party regarding any proposed 28th constitutional amendment. Speaking at a press conference after a parliamentary meeting, Bilawal noted that while he and President Asif Ali Zardari maintain regular contact with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, no formal discussion on changes to the Constitution has taken place. He reminded the government that the PPP’s support is essential for passing any amendment or the upcoming federal budget.
جہاں تک نئی آئینی ترمیم لانے کی بات ہے تو میں یہ واضح کردوں کہ وزیراعظم شہباز شریف سے وقتاً فوقتاً میری اور صدر مملکت آصف علی زرداری کی ملاقات ہوتی رہتی ہے ان موقعوں پر بھی رسمی و غیررسمی طور پر نئی آئینی ترمیم سے متعلق کبھی بھی پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی سے بات نہیں کی گئی ہے۔ 27 ویں… pic.twitter.com/LwbjCZYBtx
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Quick Facts
- Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari denied receiving any government contact regarding a new constitutional amendment.
- He emphasized that the PPP is a key partner needed to pass the federal budget and legal changes.
- The PPP has formed a four-member team to give budget proposals to the government.
- Bilawal expressed concern over high inflation and called for a “relief-oriented” budget.
- The party continues to support the government’s efforts in mediating Iran-US tensions.
- The PPP chief warned that his party might reconsider its support if the government fails to meet its commitments.
During the session, Bilawal highlighted the PPP’s historical role in protecting provincial rights during previous amendments. He also addressed the country’s tough economic situation, noting that the upcoming budget will be a major challenge due to rising prices. While the PPP has supported the government on national security and foreign policy, Bilawal hinted at friction regarding the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws. He stated that while the PPP originally wanted to abolish NAB, it supported recent changes as a compromise, but this support is not a blank check.
Media Hype vs. Reality
This situation also highlights how media excitement can sometimes get ahead of the actual facts. For weeks, news reports have been buzzing about the “28th Amendment,” making it the biggest topic in the country. However, as Bilawal pointed out, the actual draft of this amendment has not been seen by the government’s own top allies. This shows that while the media can make an issue feel like it is happening right now, the reality behind the scenes is often much slower, with no concrete paperwork yet on the table.
