Coalition Government
ISLAMABAD: The negotiations between the PPP and PML-N to establish a power-sharing formula for the upcoming coalition government have not reached a conclusive agreement, despite both sides claiming “significant progress” in discussions. The third meeting between the Contact and Coordination Committees (CCCs) of the two parties took place on Saturday but remained inconclusive. Both parties decided to reconvene on Monday to finalize the power-sharing formula.
Representatives from the PML-N, including Ishaq Dar, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Azam Nazeer Tarar, and Malik Muhammad Ahmed Khan, engaged in discussions with the PPP delegation, comprising former Sindh chief minister Murad Ali Shah, Saeed Ghani, Qamar Zaman Kaira, Nadeem Afzal Chan, and Nawab Sanaullah Zehri. An announcement from the PML-N highlighted “significant progress” and emphasized the need for a “strong democratic government.”
The PPP has assured support to the PML-N in government formation and the election of the next prime minister on the condition of receiving key constitutional offices, including that of the president. However, the PPP has stated its intention not to take ministries in the federal cabinet.
Sources reveal that the PML-N is actively attempting to persuade the PPP to reconsider its stance on ministries before delving into discussions on constitutional offices. The PPP, however, remains steadfast in its position. The party aims to secure top offices in both houses of parliament to ensure the restoration of parliament’s lost prestige, expressing concerns about the PML-N’s historical legislative record.
The allocation of development funds for provinces is another crucial point of discussion. The PPP seeks assurance from the PML-N leadership that development funds, particularly for Sindh, will be released without impediments. Reports indicate that the PPP has requested some space in Punjab as a condition for supporting government formation.
Additionally, the formation of a provincial government in Balochistan is being negotiated, with both parties claiming the right to form their government in the province. The outcome of ongoing negotiations and decisions on key appointments and allocations will shape the future trajectory of the coalition government.
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