JAAC Accuses Pakistan’s Military Elite of Serving Imperialist Interests Over Public Welfare

JAAC Leader Accuses Pakistan’s Military and Political Elite of Serving Foreign Interests, Slams Economic Policies

Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) leader Sardar Aman Khan has criticised Pakistan’s political and military leadership, alleging that senior military officers serve American interests rather than the country’s citizens. He also questioned the government’s economic policies, rising prices and the privatisation of public institutions, arguing that ordinary people are bearing the brunt of economic hardship while those in power continue to enjoy privileges.

Addressing a gathering in Trarkhel, Aman accused the ruling establishment of protecting its own interests at the expense of the public. He highlighted the rising cost of essential commodities and called for a governance system that prioritises the needs and rights of ordinary citizens.

Aman Khan Accuses Generals and Colonels of Serving Foreign Interests

Questioning the allegiance of Pakistan’s military leadership, the JAAC leader alleged that senior officers were more responsive to foreign powers than to the people they were expected to serve.

“When America is mentioned, none of these generals and colonels are loyal to us,” Aman said.

“None of them are loyal to the public; these are the agents of imperialism,” he added, referring to the United States.

Aman also challenged the authority and privileges of the country’s powerful political and military figures, arguing that those in positions of authority should remain accountable to the public rather than expect unquestioned respect.

Raises Concerns Over Marginalised Communities

Aman questioned who would represent disadvantaged communities if the existing political and economic system continued to leave their grievances unaddressed.

“The conditions that have been created today in Pakistan, who will raise up the oppressed and the subjugated?” he asked.

He specifically referred to Baloch, Sindhi, Pashtun and Punjabi communities, questioning who would champion the interests of people facing hardship and marginalisation.

His remarks underscored the JAAC leader’s call for greater public representation and accountability in Pakistan’s governance.

IMF Policies, Inflation and Privatisation Come Under Fire

Turning to the economic situation, Aman criticised rising prices and questioned why ordinary households were being forced to shoulder the burden of economic adjustments while political leaders continued to enjoy expensive privileges.

He cited the prices of cooking oil, petrol and diesel as examples of the financial pressures facing the public.

“How does cooking oil jump to 400? Petrol and diesel, why did it jump from 400?” he asked.

Aman also questioned the role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Pakistan’s economic decision-making, alleging that its recommendations placed pressure on public resources without adequately addressing the privileges enjoyed by political leaders.

“If Maryam Nawaz gets a plane, the IMF has no complaints,” he said. “But the price of flour goes down, the IMF gets angry,” he added.

The JAAC leader further criticised plans to privatise government land and public institutions, arguing that economic reforms should also address the expenditure and privileges of those in power.

“Government land and institutions are being privatised. The IMF makes recommendations on these matters, but to eliminate the luxuries of the rulers, the IMF does not present proposals,” he said.

His comments reflected his opposition to what he described as an unequal distribution of economic burdens between ordinary citizens and the political establishment.

JAAC Leader Calls for People-Centred Governance

Aman called for changes to Pakistan’s governance system, arguing that citizens should not have to rely on powerful individuals for jobs, infrastructure and access to basic necessities.

He urged people to unite against economic and political inequalities and demanded a system in which public representatives are accountable to those they serve.

The JAAC leader’s remarks also highlighted broader concerns about public participation, the management of state resources and the treatment of marginalised communities.

Aman Khan Says Dialogue Remains the Way Forward

Despite his strong criticism of Pakistan’s political and military establishment, Aman said the authorities still had an opportunity to resolve the outstanding issues through negotiations.

He urged the government to engage with the public, address their grievances and pursue a peaceful resolution rather than allow tensions to escalate.

Aman said the JAAC was giving the authorities another opportunity to settle the dispute through dialogue, maintaining that a negotiated solution remained possible despite the prevailing circumstances.