Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited senators from allied parties to a dinner on Sunday to address concerns over the 27th constitutional amendment, which aims to grant legal protection to top military leadership.

The invitation has been extended to both government and allied senators, with the dinner scheduled at 6:30 p.m. at the Prime Minister’s House.

The meeting is expected to finalise the parliamentary strategy for the amendment’s approval and to reassure coalition partners.

The proposed amendment seeks to extend protections under Article 248 of the Constitution, currently applicable to the President, to the Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Air Staff, and Chief of Naval Staff.

Under the draft, no legal proceedings could be initiated against them during their tenure unless they act against constitutional or legal obligations.

Political activity around the amendment has intensified in the Senate, prompting the prime minister to hold this consultative session to build consensus and ensure smooth passage of the bill.