Veterans of Pakistan: Ex-servicemen suggest interim govt, fresh elections
An association of ex-servicemen, VOP has suggested to announce an interim government and conduct of free, fair and transparent elections.
RAWALPINDI: An association of ex-servicemen, Veterans of Pakistan (VOP) has suggested announcing an interim government and conduct of free, fair and transparent elections to end the political crisis in the country in view of the overarching security implications.
A press release was issued after an emergency meeting of the VOP executive committee yesterday to evaluate the situation in its entirety and suggest a way forward.
It read that the prevailing environment is polarized and highly charged. “It could have unintended consequences on the entire political body of Pakistan, state institutions and the public. The biggest concern is that this situation provides an opportunity for vested agendas to proliferate and spread dissension within the country assisting the narratives of the forces of parochialism.”
It further stated, “the contents of the diplomatic cable duly endorsed by the National Security Committee (NSC) prove beyond doubt the blatant interference; with undiplomatic language in internal affairs of Pakistan. The use of derogatory words undermines Pakistan’s national leadership, sovereignty and pride.”
The ex-servicemen suggested, “The only solution to the present crisis is the announcement of an interim government and conduct of free, fair and transparent elections within 90 days. This demand is also supported by other political parties.
They said that the present coalition justifies and co-opts individuals and parties whose agenda is beyond dissension to divisive sub-nationalism. “CPEC in this regard is critical.”
The VOP stated that Pakistan’s security planners must evaluate the threats to Pakistan in the nature of non-kinetic hybrid operations that can destroy the country from within. “In this regard, VOP is ready to play its role through its constantly updated security papers.”
The VOP appealed to all political parties and people of Pakistan to galvanise against the threat to national security and foil all nefarious designs on its unity, pride and leadership at all levels.
