Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, chairman of the Muttahida National Movement of Pakistan (MQMP), has suggested that his party may soon withdraw from the ruling coalition, which states that the time for the final decision is approaching.
Addressing the party’s annual welfare program, Siddiqui made it clear that the MQMP is not issuing ultimatum but is making a strong political choice. He expressed disappointment with the current system, “This system is not accepting us because we refuse to be in accordance with it,” and remembered the party’s past decision to leave the government because of a “serious approach”.
Highlighting MQMP’s affiliation for social welfare, he pointed to the contribution of the party’s charity wing, the Khammet Khaliq Foundation (KKF). He emphasized the widespread role of the party above politics, “For nearly 45 years, KKF has been serving the people. It was to be met that the MQM was born.”
Siddiqui also considered the challenges facing the MQMP, which cited its struggle in the 1990s and the end of August 22, 2016, when the party removed itself from its London -based founder. He stressed, “People thought that the MQM would end, but we were not dispersed – we were ready.”
He further criticized the economic disparity in Karachi, saying that despite the country’s economic hub, poverty remains intact. “This city supports the whole country, yet its residents suffer, even in a rich province, poverty has surrounded Karachi,” he said.
Addressing the MQMP relief efforts, Siddiqui highlighted the party’s ambulance services, which has been running for five years, including cities like Peshawar. “Government intervention is not needed for the distribution of aid, but stability and security,” he said.
His remarks about the future of MQMP in the coalition government have intensified speculation. Although he did not clearly declare the evacuation, he emphasized the importance of the party, “The government is under pressure about our role. But one thing is clear – this system cannot work without us.”
At the end of his speech, he confirmed the MQMP’s commitment to serve all Pakistanis, regardless of race or sect. He remarked, “The streets of this city tell the story of it. We do not need a press conference to prove our struggle.”
