Reham Khan, the ex-wife of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, launched a new political party on Tuesday. She named it the Pakistan Republic Party. Reham said the party will represent women, farmers, and marginalised communities.
Reham is a journalist by profession. She entered politics in January 2015 after marrying Imran Khan, who then led the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Her involvement sparked controversy within PTI. Senior members opposed her role and later removed her from party affairs.
The marriage lasted less than a year. Reham later claimed political pressure caused the separation. Speaking at the Karachi Press Club, she said, “Today, I am sharing the name [of my party] with you, InshAllah, Pakistan Republic Party. It will speak of a republic, where there will be no room for mob behaviour. It will promote horizontal leadership and include those with working experience, what we call ‘lived experience’ in English.”
Reham built this party for ordinary citizens, especially women and farmers. She emphasised that the party will create policies based on real struggles. Reham described the initiative as a national mission, not just a political movement. She said the goal is to restore hope, dignity, and representation.
“This is a party for the public,” she posted later on X. “I will involve you, the public, in the manifesto, the direction, the operating structure.” She added, “I have already connected with amazing people that you and I have never heard of. They have been doing great work in their hometowns. These fresh faces will decide how to proceed.”
The announcement came as PTI began a 90-day “do or die” protest to demand Imran Khan’s release. The former Prime Minister remains in jail on multiple charges, which he says are politically motivated.
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