Islamabad, August 18, 2025: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday said Pakistan is politically stable and showing signs of economic improvement, dismissing the need for a 27th Constitutional Amendment at this stage.
Speaking to reporters, Dar said the government is still digesting the changes introduced under the 26th Amendment, which brought major judicial reforms but left some issues — including the creation of a separate constitutional court — unresolved. He said such matters may be taken up in the future, but for now the government’s priority is economic growth and development under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership.
Recalling Pakistan’s position as the world’s 24th-largest economy in 2017 during Nawaz Sharif’s tenure, Dar said efforts are underway to reclaim that status. He also indicated that Pakistan is preparing to seek membership in the G20, reflecting Islamabad’s focus on strengthening its economy and international partnerships.
Rumors about a 27th Amendment have circulated in recent weeks, but Dar stressed that no draft or official proposal has been prepared. He acknowledged that further judicial reforms are under discussion within the ruling party and legal circles but insisted there is no immediate plan.
In June, the Islamabad High Court Bar Association expressed support for the idea of a 27th Amendment, calling for wide-ranging judicial reforms including rotation of judges across the country. However, Dar maintained that the government’s current agenda is centered on economic stability and progress.
