Govt invites opposition for fresh talks
ISLAMABAD: In yet another bid to break the political deadlock, the government on Friday invited the opposition leader in National Assembly Mahmood Khan Achakzai, seeking talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on constitutional issues. The overture comes amid an escalating political standoff over the recent imposition of emergency and governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), with the…
Islamabad: The government has extended an invitation to opposition leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai for fresh talks to address constitutional matters, as political tensions rise over emergency and governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This move follows the opposition's request for formal invitation and meaningful dialogue, amidst accusations of political maneuvering.
Rana Sanaullah, a prime minister's political affairs adviser, stated that the government has conveyed its invitation through a letter to Achakzai, suggesting a meeting between the two leaders. However, the proposed dialogue has been hindered by disagreements over the meeting's location, with the opposition demanding a neutral venue.
Achakzai has challenged the prime minister to meet him for "tea" at his office or at a neutral location, emphasizing his willingness to engage in talks. Yet, he has criticized the government's previous attempts at dialogue, suggesting they have been farcical and void of genuine progress.
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