Imran Khan, Wife’s Corruption Case Appeal Set For April 30th

Islamabad, Pakistan – The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has scheduled a hearing for appeals filed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, challenging their convictions in the £190 million corruption case for April 30th. The appeals were previously adjourned on March 31st, according to reports from The Express Tribune, Pakistan Today, and Geo News.

Khan and Bibi were convicted in January 2025 by an accountability court in Islamabad and sentenced to 14 and seven years in prison, respectively. They subsequently challenged the convictions, initiating the appeals process now before the IHC.

Background of the Case

The £190 million case centers around allegations of misappropriation of funds from the national treasury during Khan’s time in office. Details of the specific allegations remain limited in available reporting, but the case has been a significant point of contention in Pakistani politics since its inception.

The IHC’s decision to hear the appeals comes amidst a period of political and legal maneuvering involving Khan and his political party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Khan has faced a series of legal challenges since being ousted from power in 2022.

Recent Developments

In a separate matter, Bushra Bibi has received an extension of bail from an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in connection with protest cases from November 26th, as reported by The Nation (Pakistan). Doctors have conducted eye treatment checks for Bibi while she is in jail, according to the same report.

The IHC has also recently addressed the transfer of three of its judges, a move that has drawn scrutiny and debate within the Pakistani legal community. The judicial top brass has also introduced guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence within the court system.

These developments occur as Pakistan continues to navigate a complex political landscape and seeks to address economic challenges, including securing foreign investment. The United States recently backed a $2.4 billion investment offer from an American firm, and Pakistan is reportedly working “silently” to find a resolution to the deadlock between the US and Iran, according to sources cited in multiple reports.