These contrasting reactions from influencers illustrate the broader sentiment that political leaders are more focused on image and influence abroad than addressing pressing issues at home. The public perceives a misalignment of priorities, where significant resources are spent on international lobbying while domestic development takes a back seat.
PTI’s Digital Campaigns and Transparency Issues
The issue of spending on digital campaigns has further fueled the controversy. The PTI digital head’s admission of spending $50,000 in 2013 for digital campaigning underscores the need for greater transparency in political campaign financing. Given the competitive nature of political campaigns, the real and undisclosed amounts spent are likely to be significantly higher.
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