Chief Justice rules out clash between institutions

Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry. — Reuters photo

ISLAMABAD: Following Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's parliamentary address on Wednesday, Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry also ruled out any clash between institutions.
"There will be no clashes between institutions and I want to strengthen democracy in Pakistan," he said.
These remarks were made by Chief Justice Chaudhry during the hearing of a case regarding promotions of government employees.
The chief justice also appreciated the parliament for not validating the actions of November 3, 2007, saying that the judiciary is here to protect the parliamentary system and democracy.
Speaking to the National Assembly, Prime Minister Gilani had stressed the importance of respecting the constitution. He had also urged all official institutions to work within their domains.