Pervez’s allies say he might quit soon

Political allies of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf acknowledged on Wednesday that he could quit rather than face impeachment, as another provincial Assembly voted against him and speculation mounted that his resignation was imminent.

While Mr Musharraf has given no public sign that he plans to resign, political pressure is mounting on him.

Asked late on Wednesday whether he would stay in office to help the country, Mr Musharraf told a group of well-wishers, “God willing, I will try.” The President spoke at an official function to mark Pakistan’s Independence Day, which falls on Thursday. He appeared relaxed and confident.

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