Islamabad (Pakistan News) — Prime Minister’s Adviser and Senator Rana Sanaullah has said that neither a political upheaval nor any change in the government is expected in the country. He added that the existing system would continue to function as it is because there is complete harmony between the political and military leadership.
Speaking on ARY News programme Aitraaz Hai, Rana Sanaullah commented on the country’s political situation, the establishment of new provinces and the possibility of a referendum. He said some political statements create the impression that a major change, similar to those witnessed in the past, is about to take place. However, he clarified that nothing of the sort is going to happen and affairs will continue normally under the existing leadership.
He said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is leading the political leadership, while Field Marshal Asim Munir is heading the military leadership, adding that complete harmony exists between the two.
Responding to a question about Mohsin Naqvi’s statements and his authority, Rana Sanaullah said his remarks are generally viewed as reflecting the thinking of the establishment. However, in government affairs, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif remains the actual authority within his party. He said everyone has their own responsibilities and status, while the final decision rests with the person who holds the relevant authority.
Praising the current leadership, he said Pakistan was emerging as a guarantor of peace and security in the region. He added that defence agreements were being signed and the international community viewed Pakistan as a country playing an important role in promoting peace.
Regarding the establishment of new provinces, he said the matter would be presented before Parliament, where committees would be formed and a decision taken through consensus after detailed discussions. If the people of Sindh expressed support for dividing the province, all representatives, including Nasir Shah, would have to respect the public’s opinion. However, he said he did not foresee a referendum taking place by the end of this year.
Rana Sanaullah disclosed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was not satisfied with the performance of certain ministers and believed further reforms were needed in ministries responsible for public relief and economic improvement. However, there was currently no intention to remove any minister from office. He praised the efforts of the finance minister and clarified that Chaudhry Salik Hussain and Ali Pervaiz Malik were not among the ministers whose performance had raised concerns for the prime minister.
Regarding meetings with PTI founder Imran Khan, he said the process would continue and those making various speculations about the matter would gain nothing. He maintained that the PTI would have to become part of the political system to play its role, adding that attempts to bring about change by applying pressure from outside would not succeed.
He further said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir were performing their respective responsibilities, and attempts to forcefully alter affairs would not succeed as long as the current leadership remained in place.