- PTI has not presented its demands in writing after committing to do so on December 23
- Government will consult coalition parties before responding
- Defence Minister questions PTI’s intentions
ISLAMABAD: Senator Irfan Siddiqui, spokesperson for the government’s negotiation team, criticized Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for not submitting its demands in writing, despite promising to do so on December 23.
Key Points
- Siddiqui pointed out that PTI failed to meet the 22-day deadline and still hasn’t presented its written demands.
- Once PTI submits its demands, the government will consult with the seven coalition parties for a response.
- Defence Minister Khawaja Asif expressed skepticism about PTI’s seriousness, labeling the ongoing talks as “mockery” and accusing the party of wasting time.
- Despite doubts, he affirmed his support for negotiations and stated that PML-N leadership, including Nawaz Sharif and Rana Sanaullah, favored continuing the dialogue.
Upcoming Session
- PTI has set a January 31 deadline, but the government intends to respond before that date.
- The third negotiation session is scheduled for January 16 at Parliament House, where PTI is expected to finally present its demands in writing.
