Commission seeks final decision on NCC

The National Consensus Commission (NCC) aims to reach a final decision on the National Constitutional Council (NCC) during Wednesday’s meeting with political parties.

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, Prof Vice-Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Ali Riaz made the remarks.

“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.

Professor Riaz 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 finalise 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.

Political parties BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, NCP, Islami Andolan, Nagorik Oikko, Gan Adhikar Parishad, and Gan Songhoti Andolon, among others, joined the talks.

The agenda for today’s meeting includes concluding previously unfinished discussions, the National Constitutional Council (NCC), and the presidential election.