Pakistan, March 18 -- A crucial meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on National Security (PCNS) has commenced in parliament. Senior political and military leaders are present, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir. The meeting aims to address pressing national security issues and includes several provincial leaders.

However, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has opted not to attend the meeting. Earlier, PTI had announced plans to participate, linking their attendance to a meeting with their party founder. Despite the opposition's absence, other officials, including governors and IGPs, are present to discuss national security concerns.

During a press conference, PTI Information Secre...