Musharraf's counsel says he will continue as Prez until Nov 15

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Islamabad, Sep 6 (UNI) A statement filed on behalf of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf in the Supreme Court today may have far-reaching implications on the murky politics of Pakistan.

Pakistan's top lawyer and counsel for Gen Musharraf filed a statement in the Supeme Court today, which says the military ruler would continue to hold dual offices till his successor takes over after November 15.

''It may be mentioned that under article 34 (1) of the Constitution of Pakistan, it is provided that the President shall, notwithstanding expiration of his term, would continue to hold office until his successor enters his office,'' the statement by Syed Sharifuddin Pirzada said.

The Jamat Islami has challenged Gen Musharraf holding the dual offices in the Supreme Court.

A seven-member bench, headed by Chief Justice Iftikkar Mohammed Chaudhry, will hear the case on September 17. The apex court has asked top lawyers of the country, including Mr P M Zafar, Mr Abdul Hafeez Peerzada and Mr Intezad Ahmed, to assist the court in view of the importance of the petition. They will act as ''The Friends of The Court.'' UNI

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