Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Saturday said he saw no indications of the 28th Constitutional Amendment, but clarified that whenever it is introduced, it will be discussed with coalition partners.
Speaking to journalists after a conference on minority rights, Tarar clarified that constitutional amendments are not possible without consultation with coalition partners. He added that meetings with all stakeholders are underway, and several issues remain unresolved. Tarar elaborated that some issues need a solution, but there should be consensus on them. “He said the legislation was an ongoing process.
He asserted in the case of the 28th Amendment, all coalition partners would first be taken into confidence. The constitutional changes can be introduced, but only if an agreement is reached, he added.
He recalled that the 18th Amendment was also introduced with a consensus amongst political parties. To a query, Tarar revealed that the issues of population control and the creation of Hazara and Saraiki provinces are part of ongoing discussions. He also pointed out that the Muttahida Qaumi Movement has been demanding constitutional amendments aimed at strengthening local government systems.