Expert consensus for referendum on National Charter's implementation, says Ali Riaz

Ali Riaz, vice-chairman of the National Consensus Commission, has said the commission received “expert opinions” on issuing an ordinance for holding a referendum on the implementation of the National Charter, also known as the July Charter. The fifth day of the third phase of discussions was held on Wednesday. Riaz said the agreement over holding a referendum was reached “in the previous four meetings”. He added, “We are now working to reach a consensus on the structure and timing of this referendum.” Riaz also said the commission has held multiple meetings with experts on the referendum, and they have “unanimously agreed” that an ordinance must be issued to organise the referendum as part of the Charter’s implementation. The National Consensus...