Islamabad – Pakistan – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s sharp remarks in the National Assembly sparked heated exchanges on Tuesday, drawing criticism from both treasury and opposition benches.
Asif’s speech, delivered during a session marked by tense political undertones, was met with immediate pushback from lawmakers who accused him of undermining parliamentary decorum. Several members interjected, urging restraint and calling for a more measured tone in addressing sensitive issues.
The outburst highlighted growing divisions within the assembly, where debates on governance and accountability have increasingly turned confrontational. Parliamentary observers noted that the exchange underscored the fragile consensus in the house at a time when Pakistan faces pressing economic and political challenges.
Despite the criticism, Asif defended his position, insisting his remarks were aimed at ensuring transparency and strengthening democratic debate. However, the uproar suggested that tensions in the chamber are far from easing.
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