Not joining politics, standing with brother: Aleema

ISLAMABAD: Aleema Khan, sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder chairman Imran Khan, Monday said that everyone is worried that “we might join politics (but) we have no intention of entering politics”.

“We have no time for politics. Imran also our leader and brother, whatever you do, we will stand (with him). You run vehicles behind us in the name of security,” she said while talking to reporters outside the Adiala Jail.

She continued, “These people fall on their feet when the public rally has to be postponed, now Imran has said that the rally will be held on September 8 in any case. They will hold a rally on September 8 no matter what. The staff of Adiala was changed for the third time.”

Meanwhile, after staging walkout from the National Assembly, Omar Ayub told reporters that the PTI public meeting will be held on September 8 in any case. He regretted that terrorism is increasing in the country.

He contended that instead of chasing the PTI, the government and security intelligence agencies should arrest the terrorists. Earlier, a member of the governance committee, Qazi Muhammad Anwar Advocate, said that he met Imran and claimed he is being tortured.

Talking to the media in Rawalpindi, Qazi said that public rally was canceled by the PTI founder, but an impression was being given that the meeting was postponed at the behest of someone else.

Separately, the Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Neil Hawkins, called on the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, Omar Ayub, at his residence in Haripur. They exchanged views on a range of issues of mutual interest particularly Pakistan’s current political and economic situation, says a statement issued by Omar Ayub’s office. During the discussion, Omar Ayub and High Commissioner Hawkins discussed Pakistan’s current political and economic landscape, the state of democracy and governance in the country. Both underscored the importance of genuine democracy as a cornerstone of stability and progress, says the statement.

The high commissioner conveyed Australia’s unwavering support for Pakistan’s democratic journey and underscored the significance of political stability in achieving sustainable economic growth. Both sides acknowledged the importance of regular dialogue and consultation in enhancing bilateral relations and expressed their shared desire to continue working closely together to address challenges and capitalise on opportunities that benefit both nations.