ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s major opposition parties, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), have ended a three-week deadlock and agreed to initiate formal talks.
PTI leader Asad Qaiser visited JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman at his residence on Thursday, where they discussed the country’s political and economic landscape. Constitutional and parliamentary matters were also highlighted during the meeting.
The discussions encompassed various issues, including the political environment, economic challenges, and parliamentary affairs. Both parties explored the potential for forging an alliance post the February 8 elections.
To facilitate formal negotiations, PTI has already constituted a five-member committee, while JUI-F is expected to announce its committee soon.
Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri confirmed this development, emphasizing that the talks aim to establish common ground between the parties.
Earlier, Maulana Fazlur Rehman expressed optimism about reaching consensus with PTI, despite acknowledging significant differences. He welcomed PTI’s delegation and expressed openness to resolving outstanding issues through dialogue.
Addressing media, Maulana Fazlur Rehman downplayed past disagreements and emphasized the constructive nature of the discussions. He acknowledged occasional provocative statements from PTI members but affirmed a commitment to moving past them in the interest of constructive dialogue.
