Shahid Khaqan Abbasi: Imran Khan’s Sons Will Not Be Able to Lead a Movement in Pakistan

Lahore: Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi expressed doubt over Imran Khan’s sons being able to lead any movement in Pakistan, stating that it would not make a significant impact. In a private TV channel’s program, he mentioned that it remains unclear what exactly Imran Khan wants, as those who meet him in jail often say different things.
Abbasi further noted that a movement is always necessary, especially in a country where there is no functioning system, no development, and the people are growing increasingly poor each year. He criticized the lack of policies and direction in the country, saying that the problems are manifold.
Referring to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Abbasi questioned the purpose of the party’s ongoing movement. He recalled that PTI’s stated aim was to release Imran Khan from jail, but according to Abbasi, if that is their sole objective, then the movement is bound to fail. “If the focus is on the country’s future, its political system, the supremacy of the Constitution, and ending political unrest, then Imran Khan’s solution will also emerge. However, if the aim is merely to pressure Imran Khan out of jail by force, then this has never worked in the past,” he said.
Abbasi emphasized that PTI, as the largest opposition party in the country, should focus on its responsibilities in both the opposition and its government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). He argued that PTI has failed to function effectively in either role, which is the main area that needs attention. Only after addressing these issues should the party focus on any political movements.
The former prime minister added that when launching a movement, the people will ask, “What will you give us if you come to power?” According to Abbasi, PTI does not have an answer to this question. He advised the party to think carefully before taking any further steps. In conclusion, he stated, “I don’t believe that Imran Khan’s sons will be able to lead a movement in Pakistan, nor will it make any difference.”