Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhary, while terming dialogue another name for democracy, said on Thursday that the government is ready to hold talks with the opposition on all matters. Tariq Fazal Chaudhary said that the Prime Minister has invited the opposition for negotiations for five times. He pointed out that there appear to be conflicting views within PTI regarding talks with the government. Tariq Fazal Chaudhary said the opposition could also use the office of the Speaker of the National Assembly to initiate dialogue with the government. He said that the opposition should play its role in the Parliament adding that the Prime Minister wants a model of good governance in the country.

Source: The Patriot January 09, 2026 08:52 UTC