Pakistan Peoples’ Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari pointed fingers at the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), holding them responsible for the ongoing delays in reaching a consensus on government formation at the center. Bhutto-Zardari criticized the PML-N’s talks committee, accusing them of displaying non-seriousness in the negotiations.
“The delay is due to the non-seriousness of the [PML-N] dialogues committee,” Bhutto-Zardari emphasized, asserting the PPP’s unwavering stance against joining the federal cabinet unless on their own terms.
Amidst the ongoing negotiations, details of the fifth meeting between the committees of both parties emerged, revealing a lack of significant agreement. Reports suggest that while the PPP is willing to support the PML-N’s candidate for the prime minister position, they remain firm in their decision not to join the federal cabinet.
Responding to allegations of clandestine meetings with the establishment, Bhutto-Zardari dismissed them as baseless claims lacking substantial evidence.
Addressing the complex political landscape following the recent elections, Zardari highlighted the absence of a clear mandate for any single party to govern the country independently. He stressed the necessity for collaborative efforts among political parties to steer the nation forward, emphasizing the importance of consensus-building for effective legislation and governance.
Acknowledging the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) as the technically largest party, Zardari expressed disappointment over their reluctance to engage in dialogue with other political entities, further complicating the process of government formation.
As the political deadlock persists, Pakistan awaits further developments in the negotiation process, with the fate of the federal government hanging in the balance amidst ongoing tensions and disagreements among key political stakeholders.
