ISLAMABAD: With eyes set on powers that be, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf waltz away from incumbent government, saying it was only interested in talks with ‘powerful stakeholders’, ironically for restoring Constitution and democracy in country. While showcasing its desire for an embrace with establishment’s firm grip, former Minister for Economic Affairs and PTI Secretary General Central Punjab Hammad Azhar left nothing to imagination where former ruling party sees centre of real power.

“We don’t want to waste time negotiating with puppets,” Hamad said in statement, saying incumbent rulers are “Imposed people with no vote bank”. Alleging that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz led government was hiding behind crutches, Hammad said that “For sake of restoration of Constitution and democracy, negotiations have only been offered with real decision-makers.” Ruling parties have rejected beleaguered Imran Khan’s offer for talks, stating that talks were held with politicians not terrorists and that PTI Chief is now himself seeking an NRO.

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 03 2023

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