ISLAMABAD: Amid stalled negotiations between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the government, the opposition alliance is preparing to strengthen its position. The opposition parties have decided to expand their political reach by engaging with like-minded groups through strategic meetings.
As part of this initiative, the opposition alliance will visit Sindh for three days. During the visit, key leaders will meet with influential political figures, including Pir Pagara, the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), and Ayaz Palijo in Hyderabad. This move aligns with PTI founder Imran Khan’s recent directive to accelerate contacts with other opposition parties for planned protests after Eid.
Khan’s lawyer, Faisal Chaudhry, confirmed that the PTI is working on forming a broader opposition alliance. He stated that the primary goals include restoring the constitution and strengthening democracy. Following these objectives, Imran Khan has instructed Asad Qaiser to reach out to various political leaders. The list includes Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP), Awaam Pakistan, Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), Mahrang Baloch, and other political figures.
The opposition alliance’s Sindh visit will include a delegation of senior politicians. PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja, Mehmood Khan Achakzai, Asad Qaiser, Sahibzada Hamid Raza, Akhunzada Hussain, Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M), and Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) leaders will be part of the discussions. The delegation also plans to hold talks with business leaders, bar associations, PTI Karachi officials, and journalists.
Separately, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, former prime minister and convener of Awaam Pakistan, emphasized the importance of opposition unity. He stated that discussions among opposition parties are ongoing as the public seeks solutions to the country’s pressing problems. He mentioned that Mehmood Khan Achakzai consulted him about a national conference scheduled for February 26-27. They agreed on holding this event to address Pakistan’s political and economic challenges.
Abbasi stressed that all political and social groups would be invited to the conference. He noted that Pakistan’s youth feel disillusioned with the current state of affairs. “To overcome their disappointment, we must resolve the nation’s issues. Our survival depends on upholding the constitution and the rule of law,” he remarked.
Tehreek Tahafuz Aiyeen-e-Pakistan leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai highlighted the importance of parliament’s supremacy. He stated that true democracy could only be achieved through a transparent voting process. He invited everyone, including retired and serving generals and judges, to attend the national conference. “We need collective wisdom to steer Pakistan out of crisis,” he added.
Achakzai also called for a fresh start in Pakistan’s democratic journey. He emphasized that strengthening the opposition alliance is key to ensuring constitutional supremacy and the rule of law in the country.
