Minister Asif stands by remarks despite Bilawal's criticism in NA
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- Make us preferred on Google Defence Minister Khawaja Asif addresses a press conference in Islamabad.
- “I welcome Bilawal’s criticism, but I stand by my point of view,” the defence minister said.
- Asif said that if his party issued a “shut up call”, he would remain silent on the matter.
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Home latest pakistan world sports showbiz entertainment Royal business health Sci-Tech Food Fact Check big picture Videos shows Watch LIVE TV X Home Latest Pakistan World Sports Showbiz Fact Check big picture Videos Shows LIVE TV Pakistan Minister Asif stands by remarks despite Bilawal's criticism in NA Defence minister says party directive would determine his response By Web Desk | Published June 25, 2026
Make us preferred on Google Defence Minister Khawaja Asif addresses a press conference in Islamabad. — PID/FileRefugee seats issue fuelling political debate.Fazl’s mediation role left to government.Ministers accused of worsening Kashmir tensions.Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has welcomed criticism from PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari over his remarks on Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), but said he remains firm on his position.
Speaking on Geo News’ programme “Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath”, Asif said politics was being played over reserved seats for refugees in Azad Kashmir and that politicians were insulting those who had sacrificed during the war.