Opposition Leader Omar Ayub has stated that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will brief the visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation on alleged election rigging, mandate theft, and other political concerns.
Speaking to the media, Ayub emphasized that the delegation should also be informed about the complications arising from the passage of the 26th Constitutional Amendment. He criticized the current administration, calling it “illegitimate,” and accused the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of unlawfully holding office.
In a related statement, PTI Senator Shibli Faraz called for transparent elections to ensure the formation of a truly representative government. He announced that PTI would soon propose names for the position of Chief Election Commissioner.
Meanwhile, discussions between the government and opposition regarding the appointment of a new Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) members are underway. This follows the completion of the term of Pakistan’s CEC, Sikandar Sultan Raja, along with two ECP members, on January 26.
The opposition has consistently voiced concerns over electoral transparency, arguing that fair and impartial oversight is necessary for democratic stability. PTI leaders insist that the selection process for the new election commission members must be conducted with consensus to restore public confidence in the electoral system.
As the political climate remains tense, the government’s response to PTI’s demands and the outcome of the IMF delegation’s meetings will be closely watched. Analysts suggest that international financial institutions are primarily concerned with economic matters rather than political disputes, though political stability is a key factor in securing future economic reforms.
