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PML-N Backs Out, JUI-F Gets Minority Seat in KP Assembly
PML-N withdraws from KP minority seat in favor of JUI-F after consultation with PM & Fazlur Rehman. Amir Muqam says move aims to end horse-trading claims. Senate seat talks also underway.
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by News Desk
2025-07-17
PML-N Backs Out, JUI-F Gets Minority Seat in KP Assembly

In a significant political development, the issue of the minority seat in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly has been resolved through consensus between the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) — avoiding the previously proposed method of drawing lots.

The understanding was reached after consultations involving Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, indicating a growing coordination between the two major opposition parties in the province.

According to PML-N senior leader Amir Muqam, the party made a "sacrifice" for political stability, voluntarily withdrawing its claim to the minority seat in favor of its opposition ally, the JUI-F.

“We stepped back to end accusations of horse-trading in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,” Muqam stated.
“This decision was made after careful discussion among party elders. It’s part of our effort to ensure uncontested and dignified elections.”

Focus Shifts to Senate Elections

Amir Muqam also disclosed that talks are ongoing regarding the distribution of upcoming Senate seats, suggesting a formula of six seats to the government and five to the opposition. He hinted that the opposition parties may contest Senate elections jointly if no agreement is reached through mutual consultation.

This minority seat decision may signal the beginning of greater opposition cooperation in KP, which has seen increased political tension and allegations of vote-buying in recent months.

The JUI-F’s acquisition of the minority seat strengthens its position within the KP Assembly, while the PML-N's move is likely aimed at gaining goodwill ahead of the Senate election negotiations.
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