Posted 2/18/2024, 2:43:45 AM
PPP and PML-N Inch Closer to Power-Sharing Deal Despite Disagreements on Key Posts
- PPP and PML-N held third round of talks to finalize power-sharing deal for new coalition government, but remained inconclusive. Both claim "significant progress."
- PPP seeks key posts like President and Speaker in return for supporting PML-N federal government, but refuses cabinet roles.
- PML-N reluctant to give up National Assembly Speaker role.
- PPP wants assurances from PML-N on releasing funds to provinces, particularly Sindh.
- Issue of forming provincial government in Balochistan also being discussed as both parties claim right to rule there.