The National Consensus Commission (NCC) aims to reach a final decision on a National Constitutional Council (NCC) during Wednesday’s meeting with political parties.
National Consensus Commission Vice-Chairman Prof Ali Riaz made the statement at the start of the second day of the commission’s second phase of discussions, being held at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital.
“Today, we will discuss the District Coordination Council. During the preliminary stage of the Constitution Reform Commission’s discussions, several alternative proposals emerged. We expect to make significant progress on this issue today. I will be most pleased if we can come to a decision on the NCC today. That would greatly assist our work moving forward,” he said.
Ali went on to say: “The most urgent matter is to reach a consensus through consultations with all stakeholders before making any decisions. Our time is limited. By mid-July, we must finalize a national charter, after which signatures from all parties will be required.”
He also urged the political leaders present to avoid repetition during discussions to ensure the meeting’s efficiency.
The agenda for Wednesday’s meeting includes concluding previously unfinished discussions, the National Constitutional Council (NCC), and the presidential election.
The National Consensus Commission announced that discussions will continue on Thursday.
Political parties such as the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, NCP, Islami Andolan, Nagorik Oikko, Gono Odhikar Parishad, and Ganosamhati Andolon, among others, joined the talks.
