Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram, in a press conference, Monday accused the government of violating the country’s constitution and international laws, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
He criticized the ongoing military trial of civilians, highlighting that 25 civilians have already been convicted in military courts, a practice that contravenes Pakistan's commitments under international agreements.
Sheikh Waqas reminded that when Pakistan signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), it also agreed to 27 additional agreements. The European Union, he added, has expressed concerns over these mixed trials, linking them to Pakistan’s GSP Plus trade status.
He accused the government of sinking "the raft of wealth" to target political opponents, alleging that economic destruction is being prioritized over national progress. “Instead of supporting the economy, the government is paving the way for its collapse by focusing solely on political revenge,” he stated.
The PTI leader warned that such actions could provoke a strong reaction, including resistance from the business community.
“The government is going so far in its vendetta that it is eliminating opponents, even at the cost of violating international laws,” he remarked.
Addressing the Al-Qadir Trust case, Sheikh Waqas said the decision has been mysteriously postponed, leaving questions about where and why the judgment is being delayed.
He described the case, involving £190 million, as politically motivated and baseless. “It is evident to everyone that this case will collapse in the High Court,” he said, accusing the government of fabricating the charges to target PTI’s founder, Imran Khan, and his wife, who are the sole trustees of the trust.
Sheikh Waqas asserted the innocence of Imran Khan and his wife, calling for an immediate and fair decision in the Al-Qadir Trust case, warning that political vendettas could spark global backlash.