The Supreme Court expressed its confidence and urged the responsible execution of the privatization process during the hearing.
Supreme Court Lifts Ban on PIA Privatization
The Supreme Court of Pakistan’s constitutional bench has revoked the order halting the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). Here’s a detailed overview of the case & its implications.
Key Highlights of the Supreme Court Hearing
Background of the Case
- Hearing Bench: A constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan heard the case.
- Issue at Hand: The court reviewed the progress & process of PIA’s privatization initiated by the government.
Supreme Court Remarks & Updates
- Government’s Report:
- Additional Attorney General informed the court that while the Supreme Court allowed PIA to hire new professionals, the privatization process hindered the recruitment.
- The Privatization Commission is reinitiating the privatization process.
- The authorities have officially removed restrictions on PIA’s flight operations.
- Court’s Observations:
- Justice Aminuddin Khan remarked that the new privatization efforts might fetch better rates this time.
- Justice Jamal Khan Mando Khali raised concerns about ensuring that the government doesn’t violate Supreme Court orders during privatization.
Trust in the Process
- The Additional Attorney General assured the court that they had submitted a formal application to seek the court’s trust in the privatization process.
- Justice Jamal Khan Mando Khail stated, “The court places its trust; conduct privatization properly.”
Supreme Court’s Decision
- The constitutional bench withdrew the order halting PIA’s privatization.
- The court concluded the case, allowing the government to proceed with its privatization plans.
Supreme Court’s New Bench Formation for Judges’ Appointment
Amid discussions of PIA’s privatization, the Supreme Court also addressed another critical issue: judges’ appointments.
Insights into the Case
- Bench Composition Issue:
- Justice Musarrat Hilali questioned whether members of the Judicial Commission could hear cases about judges’ appointments.
- Justice Jamal Khan Mando Khail highlighted procedural concerns regarding the Parliamentary Committee’s objections.
- Bench Restructuring:
- The 6-member constitutional bench, including Justices Aminuddin Khan & Jamal Khan Mando Khail, faced a structural challenge as both are members of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan.
- The Supreme Court decided to form a new bench to address constitutional petitions regarding judges’ appointments.
Conclusion
The Supreme Court’s decisions mark significant progress in two crucial matters: the privatization of PIA & the transparency in judges’ appointments. The trust placed in the privatization process could pave the way for a stronger & more efficient PIA, while the restructuring of the bench reflects the judiciary’s commitment to fairness & accountability.
Stay tuned with ZAFF Trends for more updates on these pivotal developments.
