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Defense Minister Khawaja Asif & PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Exchange Greetings in Parliament Corridor

Surprise Interaction! Defense Minister Khawaja Asif & PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar shared a light moment & shook hands in Parliament! • Khawaja Asif: "We should come together for the country!" 🇵🇰 • Barrister Gohar: "There should be unity against terrorism!" Could this signal a shift in political tensions?
2025-03-20
Defense Minister Khawaja Asif & PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Exchange Greetings in Parliament Corridor

Islamabad: An informal and unexpected meeting took place between Defense Minister Khawaja Asif and PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar in the corridors of Parliament, where the two leaders shook hands, exchanged pleasantries, and even laughed about something.

Brief but Candid Conversation

According to reports, the interaction was brief but friendly, with both leaders inquiring about each other’s well-being. The meeting caught the attention of journalists, who asked whether political relations should extend beyond mere greetings to broader cooperation for the country.

Khawaja Asif Calls for Unity

Responding to the question, Khawaja Asif emphasized the importance of political cooperation, stating:
🗣“We should definitely come together, the traditions of the past were different.”

Barrister Gohar’s Response

Meanwhile, Barrister Gohar responded with a smile, saying:
🗣“You’re saying we shouldn’t even meet in the corridor? We have always supported an agreement against terrorism.”

This rare cordial moment between key figures from rival political parties has sparked curiosity, with some observers wondering if this could signal a shift in Pakistan’s political dynamics.