ISLAMABAD: The PTI team negotiating with the government is set to meet Imran Khan in Adiala Jail today. The former prime minister has insisted that the party will not back down on its demands for the release of prisoners and the formation of a judicial commission.
Senator Allama Nasir Abbas from Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen (MWM) confirmed the meeting, speaking to the media in Islamabad on Wednesday. Imran Khan, who does not have access to his social media accounts, shared his appreciation for the negotiation committee’s efforts via a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account.
Imran Khan emphasized the importance of meeting with his appointed negotiators to understand the issues at hand. He said that if the government agrees to release prisoners and conduct a judicial investigation, the PTI would delay its civil disobedience campaign. However, he expressed concerns that the government might try to avoid investigating the events of May 9 and November 26, which he said would not be allowed.
The former prime minister also condemned the “unconstitutional decision” of military courts, warning that these actions could damage Pakistan’s international standing and lead to potential economic sanctions. He stressed that a country cannot develop without the rule of law and internal and external investment.
The MWM leader echoed the importance of negotiations, saying they could help improve Pakistan’s image. He suggested that releasing Imran Khan would help resolve the country’s political and economic crises but criticized the government for fearing the public’s reaction to his release.
The senator also stated that if the government wants to move the talks forward, it will need to offer some concessions to the PTI in Punjab. He claimed that the decision to allow the meeting with Imran Khan in prison was not made by the government, but by “the powers that be.” He lamented that the rulers in Pakistan prioritize the concerns of Western powers over the voices of the Pakistani people.
