The Senate resumed discussions on the Constitution (Twenty-Seventh Amendment) Bill, 2025, on Monday, while the National Assembly is also scheduled to meet later today at 4:30 pm, according to Radio Pakistan.
Last week, the government introduced the proposed amendment in the Upper House, which seeks to grant constitutional protection to the highest positions in the armed forces, establish a Federal Constitutional Court, allow the transfer of high court judges, and revise several key constitutional provisions.
The opposition, however, rejected the draft bill soon after it was presented. Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar introduced the bill during a Senate session chaired by Yousaf Raza Gilani, noting that the legislative proposal comprises 49 clauses covering five areas — three main and two supplementary.
A detailed discussion on the bill took place a day earlier. Senator Talha Mehmood described the amendment as a necessary reform to strengthen Pakistan’s judicial system and national defence. He stressed that a Federal Constitutional Court is essential for resolving constitutional disputes and addressing issues between the federation and provinces.
Senator Syed Masroor Ahsan called for a constructive debate in the interest of the country, democracy, and the constitution, while Dr Afnan Ullah Khan criticised the opposition for spreading political division.
Meanwhile, Senators Azam Swati and Mohsin Aziz urged the government not to rush the legislation, warning that it requires thorough deliberation. In contrast, Senators Ali Zafar and Hamid Khan expressed their opposition to the proposed amendment.
