Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Reiterates Support for Constitutional Courts

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has reaffirmed his party’s commitment to establishing constitutional courts. Addressing the Balochistan High Court Bar Association, he emphasized the importance of recognizing these courts as mandated by the Constitution.

Constitutional Amendment Struggle

Bhutto Zardari shared that after a 30-year struggle, his party has decided to form a constitutional court. He clarified that his efforts for constitutional amendment are not driven by personal agendas, specifically referencing Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa.

Article 63(A) Explained

The PPP leader highlighted that Article 63(A) was drafted by his party to prevent horse-trading, not to restrict parliamentary members’ freedom. Bhutto Zardari emphasized that his party understands the article’s implications better than anyone.

Judicial System Concerns

Bhutto Zardari expressed concerns about the judicial system’s efficiency, citing the recurring political issues every six months and the backlog of unresolved cases. He questioned how the system can ignore pending cases while focusing on other matters.

Call for Efficiency

Emphasizing the need for a more efficient judicial system, Bhutto Zardari asked how he can be expected to wait until October 25 for a decision on a significant issue related to Article 63(A).

Conclusion

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s statements underscore the PPP’s commitment to constitutional courts and judicial reform. As the party continues to push for these changes, Pakistan’s judicial landscape may see significant transformations in the coming months.

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