UK / Kallar Syedan (Pothwar.com— Ikram-ul-Haq Qureshi | January 14, 2026):
Pakistan Peoples Party UK leader Raja Qamar Masood has said that Pakistan is currently passing through a critical and decisive phase, where political confrontation, judicial ambiguity, and a lack of public trust have seriously undermined national stability.
In his statement, he noted that both major political parties have ruled the country multiple times and have been given ample opportunities to introduce reforms. However, he emphasised that politics must now move away from the pursuit of power and return to responsibility, wisdom, and national interest. History, he added, clearly shows that political confrontation has always resulted in losses for both the state and the people.
Raja Qamar Masood stated that there should be no doubt that the armed forces belong to the nation and are guarantors of Pakistan’s security and survival. A strong military and a strong democracy are not in conflict but complement each other. A professional army operating within constitutional limits strengthens democracy, while a robust democratic system ensures institutional respect and public confidence.
He said that opinions may differ regarding the political roles of Asif Ali Zardari and Nawaz Sharif, but the fact remains that both have played significant roles during critical phases of democracy and possess practical experience in reconciliation and consensus-building. He added that Imran Khan should also reassess his past political approach, abandon the politics of revenge and hostility, and place national interest above personal narratives.
Calling for collective responsibility, he stressed that all major political leaders must agree on the principle that no institution or political force should act as a tool for another. Politics, he said, should aim at strengthening the system, ensuring the supremacy of the Constitution, and protecting the people’s right to choose their representatives.
Raja Qamar Masood proposed that transparent, free, and credible elections by the end of this year are essential to transfer power through a genuine public mandate. He concluded that if political leaders lead with reconciliation, the military remains committed to its constitutional role, and political forces prioritise national interest over personal gains, Pakistan can overcome the current crisis and move towards lasting political stability and national harmony.