Accountability Court Defers Verdict in £190 Million Reference Against PTI Founder and Bushra Bibi

ISLAMABAD: An accountability court has postponed its verdict in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust corruption case involving Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi.

Background of the Case

The case pertains to allegations of corruption linked to the Al-Qadir Trust, with accusations that funds were misappropriated during Khan’s tenure as Prime Minister.

Court Proceedings

The court was scheduled to announce its verdict but deferred the decision, stating that the judgment is still being written. A new date for the verdict will be announced in due course.

Legal Representation

Both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi have denied the charges, labeling them as politically motivated. Their legal team continues to contest the allegations in court.

Implications

The postponement extends the legal uncertainty surrounding the PTI founder and his spouse, with potential implications for Pakistan’s political landscape.

Next Steps

The court has indicated that it will provide a new date for the verdict announcement once the judgment is finalized. Observers and stakeholders await the forthcoming decision, which holds significant political and legal ramifications.