Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has told his party’s negotiating team to withdraw from further talks with the government if a judicial commission is not formed within seven days, according to lawyer Gohar.
Speaking to the media outside the Adiala jail, Gohar stressed that the setting up of the judicial commission is essential for a meaningful dialogue.
“If the government does not go ahead with forming the commission, there is no point in continuing the negotiations,” he said.
Gohar also criticized Irfan Siddiqui, the spokesperson for the government’s negotiating committee, for delaying progress. “Siddiqui should not derail the talks by turning minor issues into major controversies,” he said, adding that recent discussions focused on law and order and should not be politicized.
PTI insists that the judicial commission must ensure accountability and transparency. “Imran Khan has made it clear that the fourth meeting will take place only if the commission is formed by the deadline,” Gohar stated, highlighting the party’s commitment to talks but also its willingness to hold the government accountable to its promises.
He accused the government of being uneasy about the demand for transparency, referring to it as the “Form 47 government.”
Gohar urged the ruling coalition to focus on dialogue for the benefit of the country. “Successful negotiations mean success for Pakistan,” he said, calling for patience and mutual understanding in the process.
The PTI leader concluded by dismissing rumors of official invitations by former US President Donald Trump for his inauguration, clarifying that such matters are decided by his campaign committee and not government channels.
