Maulana Fazlur Rehman Criticises Pakistan’s Afghan Policy, Raises Concerns Over Tribal Districts and US Investment
October 17, 2026 | Attaullah Hafeez | WAR MONITOR
PAKISTAN — Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has criticised Pakistan’s policy towards Afghanistan, warning that border tensions and trade disruptions are damaging businesses, employment and the national economy.
Fazlur Rehman alleged that emergency measures in the former FATA districts could be linked to control over mineral resources and potential agreements with American investors. He also claimed that China and Russia had reservations about the involvement of external powers in the region.
Questioning Pakistan’s investment environment, he argued that security, transparency and the rule of law were essential for attracting foreign capital. He contrasted investment conditions in Pakistan and Afghanistan and criticised the government’s economic management.
His allegations concerning mineral resources, foreign agreements and the positions of China and Russia have not been independently substantiated. Independent verification is pending.
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