Advisor to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah says that after today’s legislation, the tenure of the Army Chief has been reduced, not increased.
Rana Sanaullah while talking to private TV said that in the past military chiefs stayed in positions for 11 years and then for six years.
He said that if Maulana Fazlur Rehman has any objection to the legislation passed today, then it is his right and we respect his difference of opinion.
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Rana Sana said that if the opposition did not agree on the legislation of the government, then they would have presented their amendments today. They were not.
He said that why do they forget that they remained in power for 4 years despite losing the election.
Talking about the Anti-Terrorism Amendment Bill, he said that the law and order situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is disturbed, while the situation is similar in Balochistan, so this legislation is the need of the hour.
He said that if PTI thinks that this bill will be used against them, there is no truth in it.
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It should be noted that the government passed 4 important bills in the National Assembly and increased the number of judges in the Supreme Court to 34, including the Chief Justice, while the number of judges in the Islamabad High Court has been increased from 9 to 12.
Apart from this, the term of office of military chiefs has been increased from 3 years to 5 years, while the Practice and Procedure Act has been amended according to which the Chief Justice, Senior Judge and the Chief Justice of the Constitution Bench will join the Judges Committee.
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**Interview with Rana Sanaullah, Advisor to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Political Affairs**
**Interviewer:** Good evening, Mr. Sanaullah. Thank you for joining us today. Recent amendments to the Army Act have made headlines, specifically regarding the tenure of the Army Chief. Can you clarify how these changes have affected the chief’s tenure?
**Rana Sanaullah:** Thank you for having me. Yes, I want to be clear that the recent legislation has indeed resulted in a reduction of the Army Chief’s tenure. In the past, military chiefs had tenures that extended to 11 years and even 6 years at times. However, our legislation limits the tenure to a shorter period, reflecting our commitment to reform and accountability.
**Interviewer:** There’s been some disagreement regarding this legislation, particularly from figures like Maulana Fazlur Rehman. How do you respond to those who oppose these amendments?
**Rana Sanaullah:** I respect the right of any political figure, including Maulana Fazlur Rehman, to express their concerns. Political discourse is essential in a democratic society. Differences of opinion are natural, and we welcome constructive criticism as part of our democratic fabric.
**Interviewer:** What could be the broader implications of reducing the Army Chief’s tenure for the military and governance in Pakistan?
**Rana Sanaullah:** Reducing the tenure can lead to a more dynamic leadership within the military. It encourages a culture of meritocracy and fosters new ideas, as fresh leadership can bring innovative strategies to address the evolving challenges our country faces. Additionally, it aligns military accountability more closely with civilian governance.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Mr. Sanaullah. It will be interesting to see how these changes unfold in the coming months.
**Rana Sanaullah:** Thank you for having me. It is a crucial time for our nation, and I appreciate the opportunity to share our perspective.
