PM disapproves of Imran’s IMF letter

Kakar notes that in tangible terms, letter would have no effects, but it would have political costs for PTI

ISLAMABAD:

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar has expressed his disapproval of PTI chief Imran Khan’s letter to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), terming this move as 'highly irresponsible'.

Appearing on a talk show of a private TV channel, the prime minister said the letter was sent at a time when the caretaker government had significantly worked for economic revival, with relevant indicators showing positive trends and achieving various financial targets.

He mentioned that negotiations with the IMF are underway for a $6-billion-dollar agreement, which is crucial for the economic health of the country. Moreover, different multilateral agreements also depend on it.

He said that there are appropriate forums for electoral disputes, and PTI’s decision to write a letter to the IMF was unjustified and highly irresponsible. However, he noted that in tangible terms, the letter would have no effects, but it would have political costs for the PTI.

Responding to a question, Kakar stated that he had appeared before the Islamabad High Court in the Baloch missing persons’ case to demonstrate that the interim set-up was functioning under a constitutional order. “Court orders should be respected, and I appeared before it to reiterate the same stance and set a precedent,” he added.