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Constitution Amendment Task Force Coordinator Asim Shah Urges Positive Dialogue with Gen Z

A task force preparing a discussion paper for constitutional amendment has called for positive dialogue with Gen Z representatives, addressing concerns over past agreements. Taskforce Coordinator Asim Shah stated that the primary goal is to finalize the discussion paper by incorporating suggestions from all stakeholders, including Gen Z, and clarified that previous agreements are being implemented while the formation of a Gen Z Council is in its final stages.

  • The task force aims to gather suggestions from Gen Z representatives for constitutional amendment and urged them not to mix this with other political issues.
  • Some Gen Z representatives had expressed dissatisfaction and hinted at boycotting the consultation due to concerns about the implementation status of agreements made with the previous government.
  • The consultation process, which began on April 8, has included discussions with constitutional experts, former bureaucrats, and media professionals, with further consultations planned.
  • The task force emphasized the importance of meaningful participation from Gen Z groups to ensure broad ownership of the constitution across all communities.
  • The task force clarified that claims of limited speaking time for Gen Z participants are being misrepresented and assured that all voices would be heard.

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