Mahmood Khan Achakzai
Coverage of Mahmood Khan Achakzai in the Nexus archive.
- Achakzai calls for Jirga on Balochistan security crisis
Mahmood Khan Achakzai has convened a three-day jirga in Quetta to address the worsening security situation in Balochistan, including attacks on highways, trade disruptions, and killings. The jirga will involve political leaders, tribal elders, and stakeholders to draft recommendations for improving security.
- Kashmir parliamentary committee chairman requests meeting with Achakzai to discuss AJK situation
The chairman of Pakistan's Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir requested a meeting with opposition leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai to discuss the political situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), focusing on disputes over the 12 refugee seats in its Legislative Assembly. The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) opposes these seats, leading to tensions with regional authorities ahead of July 27 elections.
- TTAP rejects PTI claims of no prior notice for 10,000-strong demonstration outside Adiala jail
TTAP denied PTI's claim of no prior notice for a 10,000-strong protest outside Adiala jail, asserting PTI leadership was informed. PTI's Shahid Khattak and TTAP's Akhunzada Hussain Yousafzai exchanged conflicting accounts about communication regarding the demonstration. The protest was planned for Tuesday, with Aleema Khan confirming coordination with Mahmood Khan Achakzai.
- Govt extends olive branch to opposition once again as Achakzai threatens boycott
The government extended an olive branch to the opposition for dialogue on national issues as National Assembly Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai threatened a boycott over unfulfilled promises. Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar addressed opposition demands, including the rights of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan, and highlighted constitutional constraints. The opposition criticized government performance and referenced past boycotts, including one lifted to host a Chinese delegation.