Govt Team
The government’s negotiation team has finalized its formal response to the written demands submitted by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
According to sources within the government, the reply firmly rejects PTI’s call for the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the events of May 9th.
The government argues that the matter is already under judicial consideration, with ongoing court proceedings and military court convictions related to the incidents, making the creation of a separate commission unnecessary.
The government’s written response points out that judicial commissions are typically established for issues that are not already being addressed by the courts.
Since the events of May 9th are currently under review in courts, including convictions handed down by military courts, the formation of a judicial commission would be redundant. This argument serves as the cornerstone of the government’s stance on the issue.
Furthermore, the government has raised concerns about PTI’s claims regarding missing persons and casualties. The response demands that PTI provide a detailed list of the individuals it considers missing, particularly those connected to the events of November 26.
Additionally, the government is seeking specific information about those who were arrested during the protests or related incidents. Without this information, the government asserts that it cannot take any action regarding the release of these individuals.
In a similar vein, the government has requested detailed data on alleged casualties, which is necessary for launching a serious and credible investigation into these claims. The government stresses the importance of having concrete details in order to address the situation in a fair and transparent manner.
The government’s committee is expected to submit the final written response to the National Assembly Speaker, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, in the coming days.
Upon receipt of the response, the Speaker will consult with both the government and PTI representatives before setting a date for the fourth round of negotiations. This process is crucial for ensuring that further discussions proceed smoothly and that all parties are able to address their concerns adequately.
