Summary Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan praises US ceasefire step, stresses diplomacy, Pakistan’s regional role, and importance of political dialogue and economic consensus.
LAHORE (Dunya News) - Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, while speaking to the media outside the Punjab Assembly, said that the recent US ceasefire initiative is an important step toward peace in the region.
He appreciated the diplomatic efforts of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, saying that these efforts are commendable.
He expressed hope that dialogue and diplomacy will be promoted instead of conflict, adding that Pakistan is playing an important role in reducing tensions between Iran and the United States.
He said that Pakistan’s position is significant in building trust between both sides, while Iran’s lack of trust in the US still exists.
He noted that the dispute is long-standing and complex, and bringing opposing positions closer requires strong diplomatic skills.
The Speaker said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s role would be remembered in history, adding that achieving a ceasefire extension despite difficult circumstances is a major success.
He also stressed that political forces within the country must move towards dialogue and reconciliation.
Malik Ahmad Khan said that the PTI founder had previously stated that engaging with opponents would end his politics, while emphasizing that consensus on a Charter of Economy is a key national need. He said that dialogue among political parties is essential for resolving national issues.
He added that global systems are rapidly changing, making future predictions difficult.
While the United States has long remained a dominant global power, shifting dynamics in the Iran-related tensions indicate evolving limits of global influence.
He said it is too early to reach any final conclusions in the changing international situation.
