The government’s negotiation committee convened in the National Assembly speaker's chamber under the chairmanship of Speaker Ayaz Sadiq to deliberate on the formation of the Judicial Commission on May 9, 2023 incidents, and respond to the opposition’s demands. Federal Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar briefed the committee on critical legal points, including a legal opinion on the commission's formation. 

According to sources, the government committee has agreed to formulate a strategy based on the legal advice provided. A follow-up meeting with both the government and opposition negotiation committees has been scheduled for January 28 to discuss the next steps. Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar highlighted legal aspects surrounding the Judicial Commission’s formation and its implications. Detailed consultations were held, focusing on the opposition’s letter and its legal considerations. 

The government's negotiation committee spokesperson, Senator Irfan Siddiqui, spoke to the media after the session. He said the committee is scheduled to meet again tomorrow after a detailed consultation held on Wednesday. "A response to the opposition's demands will be prepared in the next meeting based on the legal advice," he added.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)