PPP Reaches Out to Independent MPAs in Balochistan as Government Formation Talks Heat Up

The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has formed a committee to reach out to independent Members of Provincial Assembly (MPAs) in Balochistan, aiming to secure their support for government formation in the province. This move underscores the intensifying efforts by various political parties to consolidate their positions in the aftermath of the February 2023 general elections.

Sources close to the party suggest the committee has already made headway, reaching agreements with three independent MPAs. While details of the agreements remain undisclosed, their potential inclusion in the ruling coalition would strengthen the PPP’s position in Balochistan.

Further bolstering the party’s efforts, a delegation of newly elected PPP MPAs from Balochistan has arrived in Islamabad for consultations with the party leadership. These discussions are expected to focus on finalizing political alliances and strategizing for cabinet formation.

Meanwhile, reports claim that former opposition leader Raja Riaz has made bold statements regarding the ongoing political negotiations. He alleges that PPP co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have already finalized terms for government formation, downplaying the significance of individual party committees.

Riaz’s claims suggest backroom deals might be shaping the political landscape, potentially bypassing established party channels. He further predicts that both PPP and PML-N members will need to be included in the Sindh cabinet, hinting at potential power-sharing agreements between the two parties.

Adding to the intrigue, Riaz raised eyebrows by questioning the defeat of former interior minister Rana Sanaullah, who was considered a strong PML-N candidate in the elections. His statements imply possible political maneuverings that may have influenced election outcomes.

As political parties continue their negotiations and strategize for government formation, the coming days will be crucial in determining the composition of the ruling coalition in Balochistan and potentially nationwide. Whether established party committees play a decisive role or backroom deals hold more sway remains to be seen. The evolving political landscape promises further developments and keeps observers gespannt on the final outcome.

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