Pakistani opposition leaders have rejected US President Donald Trump’s condition linking the signing of the Abraham Accords to negotiations with Iran, urging the government to involve parliament in decision-making.
Pakistani opposition leaders have firmly rejected a demand from former US President Donald Trump that the country sign the Abraham Accords as part of ongoing negotiations with Iran. Mahmood Khan Achakzai, who recently assumed the role of Chief of the Treasury and Trade Advisory Panel (TTAP) and has also been appointed as the new NA Opposition Leader, expressed strong opposition to this condition.
According to Achakzai, linking the signing of peace agreements such as the Abraham Accords with negotiations on Iran is seen as reflecting a clear Israeli agenda. The TTAP and Jamiat-i-Ulema-e-Islam (JI) have jointly rejected Trump's demand, stating that it undermines Pakistan’s sovereignty and independent foreign policy.
The opposition leaders argue that any decision regarding international treaties or agreements should be taken after consulting with the parliament, which represents the will of the people. They believe that involving parliament in such critical matters would ensure transparency and accountability, thereby safeguarding national interests.
This development comes at a time when Pakistan is navigating complex regional dynamics and seeking to maintain its strategic balance between various stakeholders. The government must now address these concerns and find a way forward that aligns with the country's long-term interests while respecting the democratic process.
