ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have reportedly agreed to address all pending matters via mutual understanding and constructive dialogue, according to informed sources.
A significant meeting took place on Wednesday in the Speaker’s chamber at the Parliament House, bringing together senior leaders from both parties. The gathering was attended by National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Rana Sanaullah, Azam Nazeer Tarar, Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, and Rana Mubashir from the PML-N, while PPP was represented by key figures including Syed Naveed Qamar and Ejaz Jakhrani.
Sources indicate that during the discussions, PPP representatives raised concerns over recent remarks made by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. In response, both sides committed to resolving their differences amicably through ongoing dialogue and mutual respect, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cooperation.
Earlier in the day, PPP senior leader Qamar Zaman Kaira voiced criticism of recent aggressive rhetoric from some PML-N leaders, describing such language as inappropriate and contrary to democratic norms.
Addressing the press at the PPP secretariat in Lahore, Kaira reflected on Pakistan’s ongoing crises, noting that efforts to overcome them have spanned different eras. He expressed concern over certain narratives and questions that have emerged lately, which the PPP finds problematic. “This is our viewpoint, not an advisory,” he clarified. “We joined hands with the PML-N in good faith and have consistently sought the implementation of formal agreements, though only some of these commitments have been fulfilled.”
Despite partial adherence to agreements, the PPP has continued supporting the government, striving to move past historical wounds. “We are working towards reconciliation, but some issues need clear answers,” Kaira added. He called on the PML-N to engage in healthy criticism without resorting to past harsh rhetoric. “The recent devastating floods required a united response. We will acknowledge good efforts and critique subpar performance—this is our democratic right,” he asserted.
