Senator Irfan Siddiqui, spokesman for the government’s negotiating committee, has confirmed that no decision has been taken on the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the events of 9 May and 26 November.
Siddiqui made the remarks on Tuesday while addressing the media after the first round of discussions convened to review Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) demands. The meeting, presided over by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, was held in the Speaker’s Hall.
The session was attended by a host of political heavyweights including Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, Aleem Khan, Salik Hussain, Senator Irfan Siddiqui, Rana Sanaullah, Dr. Farooq Sattar, Ejaz ul Haq and Khalid Magsi.
During the discussions, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar gave a detailed briefing on each point of the opposition’s charter of demands.
Siddiqui noted that representatives from all seven parties in the committee participated in extensive discussions, but clarified that the legal committee was yet to form a final opinion on the PTI’s proposal.
The senator announced that discussions would continue in another session scheduled for Wednesday. He further assured that the fourth round of negotiations would take place after seven working days in accordance with the planned schedule.
PTI’s stand
The PTI has maintained a firm stand, demanding the formation of a judicial commission as a precondition for continued talks.
Addressing the media outside the Adiala Jail on Monday, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan reiterated the party’s stand.
“PTI is willing to continue negotiations with the government, but the formation of a judicial commission is a key condition,” he said.
Gohar stressed that without progress on this demand, there was no point in further dialogue. Appealing for patience and mutual understanding, he said, “Successful negotiations mean a successful Pakistan.”
As both sides prepare for further discussions, the focus remains on whether the government will meet the PTI’s demand for a judicial commission. With tensions high, the outcome of these negotiations could have significant consequences for the country’s political landscape.
