Deadlock persists as PTI pushes for meeting with Imran Khan first

The deadlock between the government and the major opposition party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), over holding negotiations remains unresolved, with no date set for the next round of talks. revealed that if PTI’s demands are accepted, the party may propose January 9 as the date for negotiations.PTI had earlier sought a meeting with the founder of the movement to finalize its demands. Last week, or on Monday, PTI formally requested this meeting.The sources said the government has yet to finalize a time for the meeting, resulting in no further progress from PTI’s side.The government is reportedly willing to facilitate a meeting after receiving PTI’s preliminary draft of demands.However, PTI has refused to submit written demands until a meeting at Adiala is arranged.Sources also disclosed that Party Chairman Barrister Gohar has already recommended the negotiation team to prepare a written draft. Despite his advice, the committee has yet to reach a decision.It is pertinent to mention here that the PTI has sent a special message to the government, requesting a meeting with the party founder on non-court days.