A file photo of Nawaz Sharif during a party meeting.
The decision was taken during a high-level meeting presided over by Nawaz Sharif at his residence in Raiwind. The meeting was called by Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N) to discuss the rapidly evolving political situation in light of the Supreme Court’s order to arrest Prime Minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf.
Vowing to not let anyone derail the democratic process, the opposition leaders said no unconstitutional step will be tolerated.
The leaders also called for the announcement of election dates immediately.
They further stressed that the interim setup should be made in consultation with all the concerned parties.
On January 15, the apex court ordered arrest of Ashraf in the Rental Power Projects case. Ashraf was accused of receiving kickbacks in the rental power projects and of buying property in London from the money earned through corruption in various scams.
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We are hugely suffering because of Mr. Sharif incompetent opposition, which cause greater damage to the country. Mr. ishaq Dar press conference after becoming finance minster post greatest thread to Pakistan’s Economy. Mr. Sharif provided the room to people like Qadri, hence Mr. sharif need to blamed for..after taking merely 2% votes..They are rulling us please do review statistics available on ECP website and Tax data where your premer leader never pay tax..Sub Choor hain…Agend of Qadri is appealing to masses because they are fighing for bread and survival every day. Mera aur apka tu shahid pait barahua hai...@Mirza: "Kudos to the opposition for showing maturity and democratic values the history would be proud of you." You have two contradictory posts here or there is another person with same name? or?
ECP is not supposed to be consensus-based; it has to be completely independent of any political influence. Not too hard to understand, is it Nawaz?
A consensus of thieves will only protect thieves.
You fool me once, shame on you. You fool me twice shame on me. We the people of Pak are as dumb as its leaders. In fact they may be dumber. PML (N,Q) and PPP have NOT and has NEVER delivered. The new, so called champion of democracy, Mr Shareef, had the unprecedented mandate from the people of Pak. They drove the country bank corrupt. He personally and physically attacked the Supreme Court of Pakistan and tried to bring about the legislative change so that he can become the Ameer-ul-Momineen, hence not removable. His economic policies were giving away people's money in terms of yellow cabs and it was a complete failure and a sham. 'We' the people of Pakistan are dumber then ever to keep electing these inept corrupt people people. IKL has a great track record. He is honest and he is going to deliver. For God sake, for the sake of your childrens future, elect him. You have given everyone multiple chances and they have all failed without exception. Won't you give ONE chance to IKL?
Kudos to the opposition for showing maturity and democratic values the history would be proud of you. The democratic process is gaining momentum and the establishment cannot continue to divide and rule. Now that opposition politicians have refused to be used so establishment had to import one. Even IK does not want to follow Qadri to derail the democratic process and postpone the elections. Elections under Justice Ibrahim are the only way to go.
Awwwwww.......Why do I feel that Burnol has run out for All Pakistan Troll Association?! Try soaking yourself in a freezing glacier and say hello to Mian Nawaz Sharif, y'alls next Prime Minister.
LOL Sensible man yeah his sensitivity and sensibleness both starts and ends at sugar mills.
There is no doubt that the ECP has good reputation and is consencus-based. No change or dissolution of ECP is acceptable.
Nawaz, one day you will have to face your creator . . . what explanation will you give for all your corruption? . Or are you planning to take out another SRO to avoid meeting your creator?
Absolutely right. Good thing is that all opposition parties are agreed upon this. Well done Nawaz sharif and all polotical leaders who participated in this meeting.
Ohh this is so lame !! In other words he is saying do not try to hurt our muk muka .. its my turn now ... That so not going to happen !!
which was constituted after consensus
Wrong! Only the Cheif EC was appointed on concensus, the rest of the EC is still partisan!
These so called opposition has done MUK MUKA with government. They all are just pupits of their lords. So far Mr Qadri has done something good. They all look scared and standing side by side with each other. Mr Qadri has exposed them all and their agenda they discussed in this meeting is half copied by the speech he (Qadri) has given in these days. INSHALLAH I am extremely optimistic and convinced about the false and incompetent people they formed in so called Election Commission which has done nothing even voter list is not finalized and verified yet and the time is passed for verification. I will be not surprised if Mr Khan will eventually join Mr Qadri for his justice movement. Fingers crossed for the coming days.
@doom: What do you have against Kryptonians? Don't judge us all for the actions of general Zod!
Nawaz Sharif embodies Muk Muka politics practiced by the two largest parties that have jointly and severally exploited the Pakistani masses bringing them to the point of bankruptcy and dissolution. Nawaz Sharif's reputation of being thick skinned in deciphering people's outcry brought him such scorn that led common people to distribute sweets when the army overthrew him. He is showing his scorn for the common people again and like Zardari should be shown the door. Pakistan would rejoice with sweets again.
Its always said that someone needs to come forward and bring change… and whenever a person ACTUALLY tries to come forward, why do we ALWAYS point fingers and defame that person? Guys, do not let people detrack you from what Tahir ul Qadri is saying, don’t just look at his passport and PR card, also open your ears and listen to what he has to say. And shame on us sitting at home, while these people are on the streets braving the cold. Really, shame on you all #PTI #PMLN & Specially #JI.
@Sohraab: They were out of the country for 8 long years.. what Pakistan had achieved then ?
Much better response to Qadri than PPP. We have seen IK yesterday and opposition today, I must say, NS is more mature politician.
@Nawazish Saghir: he is already in the Government, they are also responsible for all the mess in Pakistan by keeping hused up as an opposition.
Like it or not, Nawaz Sharif has really matured over time, a much better approach, good to know that no counter long marches(to disrupt common life) were announced. Imran Khan needs to mature up too & should have been a part of this.
Quite right. No more heroes or revolutionaries flying in from planet Krypton to come save us, thank you.
They further stressed that the interim setup should be made in consultation with all the concerned parties. So the consultation between PM & Leader of the Opposition in NA is not sufficient? Is what is being suggested not against the constitution? By the way, Tahir ul Qadri & Imran Khan had also demanded the same. Wonder why PML-N has backtracked on this issue? If demands by Qadri & Khan are unconstituional then PML-N & allies have also made a similar one.
And NS, you will not be accepted as PM unless you bring all of "your" assets and monies abroad back to Pakistan.
INSHALLAH Nawaz Sharif Bros and Zardari Clan will be kicked out of Pakistan..AAMEEN.
During press conference my advice to nawaz Sharif will be to not speak on cue or prompting from his friends around him.It gives impression that he himself is incapable of formulating his opinion and needs prompting/cue/reminder.He should keep these persons about two yards away while addressing people or press.
No left and right.. right and wrong politics has emerged in Pakistan. All the status quo parties have joined hands.
@Nawazish Saghir: Lol
Nawaz Sharif is the only hope for Pakistan? Trying being sarcastic?
Now PML N and PPP ship is sinking now they are making alliance with ppp to come in the power and face TUQ. No hope Nawaz you should bring back money to Pakistan.
We shouldn't let these forces derail the democratic process otherwise we will regret it for the next 10-15 years! Don't let this opportunity go!!
What would you do then? Protest and end yourself by public Self-immolation? Go on do it and let's rejoice publically!
Democracy should not be derailed. Tahir ul Qadri wants to derail democracy as per agenda given to him by some international agents against Pakistan. He is using his followers of Minhaj ul Quran for the very purpose. It is tragic. Point of view of opposition parties is right.
Yes, opposition is right. Tahir ul Qadri should not be allowed to take un-constitutional measures.
ALLAH bless Nawaz Sharif. He is the only hope for Pakistan.