PM Shehbaz invites Achakzai for 'direct talks' as opposition extends long march
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ISLAMABAD, September 26th, 2026 - Following the opposition's decision to prolong their long march, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited Leader of the Opposition Mehmood Achakzai for direct talks on Friday, aiming to maintain political stability. However, no response has been received thus far. A PTI spokesperson confirmed that the opposition leader received the invitation.
Earlier, on September 11th, the PM had also invited Mr Achakzai for mandatory consultation on appointing a new chief election commissioner (CEC). Presently in the United States for the UN General Assembly, the Prime Minister is expected to return in a few days. Prior to these invitations, National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq had urged both leaders to meet for consultations regarding the CEC appointment, as per Article 213(2A) of the Constitution.
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