Political uncertainty continues to loom in Pakistan as President Asif Ali Zardari’s fate hangs in the balance. Several reports indicate he may be removed, Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir may be deposed or removed from his post. Amid apprehensions and fears, Pakistan Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday termed it a rumour and a malicious campaign on the internet media.
“I have categorically stated that there has been no discussion nor is there any thought of asking the President to resign or of the COAS aspiring to take over the presidency,” he wrote on X. He said the sole focus of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) is on the strength and stability of Pakistan. Earlier, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) General Secretary Hussain Bukhari had also dismissed rumours of any move to replace Zardari, insisting that the federal government cannot function without the support of the PPP.
Bukhari’s remarks came amid reports that President Zardari could be removed from office following the new constitutional amendment.