Islamabad: Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has instructed PML-N senators to immediately withdraw an amendment regarding immunity for the Prime Minister. He said that as a matter of principle, an elected Prime Minister must remain fully accountable, both before the court of law and the people.

This was stated by PM Shehbaz Sharif in a statement issued on X on Sunday. PM Shehbaz Sharif said 'On my return from Azerbaijan, I have learnt that some Senators belonging to our party have submitted an amendment regarding immunity for the Prime Minister'.

'While I acknowledge their intent in good faith, the proposal was not part of the Cabinet-approved draft. I have instructed that it be withdrawn immediately' PM Shehbaz Sharif said.

PM Shehbaz Sharif said that as a matter of principle, an elected Prime Minister must remain fully accountable, both before the court of law and the people.