Omar Ayub Khan, leader of the PTI and Opposition Leader in the National Assembly, has voiced grave concerns regarding the nation’s economy, which he described as “currently in tatters,” and accused the federal cabinet of deceiving the public. While tending to the Public Gathering, he stated that the China-Pakistan Financial Hallway (CPEC) project is fundamental to the country’s monetary soundness. He also underscored all partners’ joint endeavors for the nation’s power and respectability.
Omar Ayub Khan specified numbers to demonstrate PTI government achievements, stating that they had recovered Rs 426.4 billion during their tenure. He criticized previous governments for amending laws to provide undue relief to ex-rulers. Mr Ayub also touched upon financial management issues in Sindh, stating that the province’s surplus is still zero as opposed to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where, according to its Chief Minister, the provincial surplus has reportedly been completed.
Talking about security, Mr Ayub questioned accountability within intelligence agencies, saying all representatives from intelligence bodies are in jails., Still, no one knows about any big intelligence failure yet. He insisted on finding out and punishing those responsible for these lapses.
Besides this, Omar Ayub also condemned recent arrests of PTI workers during what he called a peaceful protest, terming them unjust and a violation of democratic rights. He supported his party workers again, saying they had the right to peaceful protest.
Ayub ended by admitting that his statement may make some people uncomfortable. Still, he stressed the need to be truthful and transparent. While suggesting a collective struggle to solve the country’s problems. Open and honest dialogue is critical to finding workable solutions related to Pakistan’s economic and security challenges.
