Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Ahsan Iqbal said on Thursday that his party will prioritise the constitutional amendments to safeguard the local governments if voted into the power.

Speaking exclusively on Samaa TV, the former planning minister underlined the role of the local governments in a bid to strengthen the democracy in the country.

"This strategic move aims to facilitate leadership development among the youth, allowing them to ascend within the system," Iqbal said.

– PML-N expresses unwavering support for MQM-P –

PML-N senior leader Ahsan Iqbal said on Wednesday that his party had expressed unwavering support for the Muttahida Quami Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P).

Speaking to media in Karachi, flanked by MQM-P leader Dr Farooq Sattar, the former planning minister said: "A robust local government system is a priority for the PML-N in the country. When it comes to the country's future and addressing public concerns, there's no platform more effective than local government".

"The acceptance of constitutional amendments will go through the parliamentary process, according to Ahsan Iqbal. The constitutional amendments will grant constitutional protection to local governments, ensuring their continuity, regardless of provincial authorities," Iqbal said.

He stated, "The goal is to secure the existence of local governments under constitutional provisions, similar to national and provincial assemblies."

Iqbal made it clear that the discussions with the MQM-P had also revolved around the forthcoming general elections.

"Both parties commit to working together to make principled decisions for issue resolution. The PML-N and MQM-P will cooperate with each other in the elections," he said.