Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has instructed that the proposed constitutional amendment tabled by few senators from the PML-N, regarding immunity for the Prime Minister, be withdrawn immediately.
In a post on his X handle, the Prime Minister said that as a matter of principle, an elected Prime Minister must remain fully accountable, both before the court of law and the people.
Shehbaz Sharif said on his return from Azerbaijan, he was informed that some Senators belonging to his party have submitted an amendment regarding immunity for the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister while acknowledging their intent in good faith said the proposal was not part of the Cabinet-approved draft.
