“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment

“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Abdul Samad Yaqoob has strongly opposed the appointment of General Syed Asim Munir as the Chief of Defence Forces, alleging it undermines the Constitution and strengthens authoritarian rule. He accused the military of sidelining democratic institutions, restricting political freedoms, and keeping Imran Khan imprisoned to curb public support for the PTI. Yaqoob said Pakistan’s deteriorating economy, rising public resentment, and strained regional relations are a direct result of military-led decision-making. He warned that the country’s future remains uncertain as power shifts further away from elected representatives. PTI has demanded restoration of democratic norms and ac