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PTI-Govt Talks Stalled Over Unresolved Demands, Imran Khan's Meeting Key
PTI-Government talks at an impasse, with the PTI yet to submit written demands. Imran Khan’s meeting with party leaders today could determine the next steps.
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by News Desk
2025-01-07
PTI-Govt Talks Stalled Over Unresolved Demands, Imran Khan's Meeting Key

Negotiations between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have reached a deadlock as both sides have failed to initiate contact with the Speaker’s Office for a third round of talks. The latest hurdle stems from PTI’s failure to submit written demands, which has now become a key point of contention.

According to sources, the deadlock was highlighted by Senator Irfan Siddiqui, who briefed PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif about the current status of the talks. PTI leadership is expected to finalize their written demands after meeting with PTI founder Imran Khan later today. It remains unclear whether these demands will be submitted before the upcoming round of discussions.

The government, however, insists that a formal, written agreement is necessary if PTI’s demands are to be taken seriously. Defense Minister Khawaja Asif expressed doubts about PTI's intentions, claiming that the party leadership seems to prefer oral talks over a formal, written approach. "The PTI people want oral talks, and I think they do not want to submit written demands," Asif stated, adding that a signed agreement with the government would be required if PTI's demands were to be met.

Rana Sanaullah, Pakistan’s Interior Minister, also weighed in on the situation, expressing his disapproval over delays in the political process. "There is no justification for postponing the decision on the 190 million-pound case because of talks. Only the judge can tell why the decision was postponed," he said. Sanaullah emphasized that if PTI submits its written demands, the government will respond accordingly. He pointed out that informal, oral talks lack clarity and do not yield tangible results, whereas a written framework would ensure a more structured and accountable negotiation.

Despite these concerns, PTI continues to demand that certain conditions be met before moving forward with the talks, including the release of detained party members and the resolution of key political issues. "Oral talks start from point A and could reach point Z, but we need a more formal approach to reach an agreement," Sanaullah added, reflecting the growing frustration over the lack of progress.

The central issue now revolves around PTI's demand for the freedom of political prisoners, a matter they consider crucial before moving forward with any negotiations. As the meeting with Imran Khan approaches, PTI leaders are expected to finalize their demands and decide whether to submit them in writing, potentially breaking the impasse in the negotiations.
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