Lahore High Court hears challenge to Punjab’...

Summary

• LAHORE: Punjab’s proposed changes to terrorism trial procedures have drawn attention to the balance between security requirements judicial independence and defendants’ constitutional protections.
• The controversy comes as Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan addressed a seminar in Lahore focusing on Pakistan’s security challenges and the military’s role in counterterrorism efforts.
• The speaker rejected the proposed changes citing constitutional jurisdiction, committee deliberations and concerns about judicial security.

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LAHORE: Punjab’s proposed changes to terrorism trial procedures have drawn attention to the balance between security requirements judicial independence and defendants’ constitutional protections. The Anti-Terrorism (Punjab Amendment) Bill 2026 has become the subject of debate in the provincial assembly and legal proceedings before the Lahore High Court.

The controversy comes as Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan addressed a seminar in Lahore focusing on Pakistan’s security challenges and the military’s role in counterterrorism efforts.

Speaker calls for responsible debate on national security

Speaking at an event titled “Pakistan’s Rising Terrorism: Role and Importance of Pak Army” Khan highlighted the human cost of militant violence and urged political leaders to approach discussions about national security responsibly.