Islamabad: The National Assembly passed the Army Act 2025 and related defence amendment bills on Wednesday. The Navy and Airforce amendment bills 2025 were also approved by a large majority. In addition, the Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Amendment Bill was cleared, marking a significant update to Pakistan’s legal and defence frameworks.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif presented the Pakistan Navy, Army, and Airforce Amendment Bills 2025 in the assembly. All bills received overwhelming support and were passed clause by clause. The Supreme Court amendment, introduced by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, was also passed unanimously, completing the government’s legislative agenda for the day.
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The amendments modify Article 243 and update provisions related to the tenure and roles of military leadership. These changes follow recommendations submitted by the Ministry of Defence and aim to streamline command structures and legal procedures. The bills also clarify responsibilities and enhance institutional oversight for Pakistan’s armed forces.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the session and highlighted the government’s efforts to coordinate with coalition partners. He noted that an MQM-supported amendment could not be included in the bills but promised further consultations to resolve the issue. Lawmakers praised the passage of the bills as a step toward stronger governance and defence management.
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The passage of these bills comes shortly after the 27th Constitutional Amendment, which strengthens constitutional and institutional mechanisms. Analysts say the new laws modernize Pakistan’s military and judicial frameworks while ensuring better coordination among government institutions. The move is seen as a landmark decision in recent parliamentary history.