Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, the convener of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) in Pakistan, has expressed willingness to collaborate with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) if they agree to their three constitutional amendments.
Speaking to the media after a meeting at the Governor House, Siddiqui stated that negotiations regarding government formation have not yet commenced. He mentioned that the MQM’s contact committee has delegated full authority to the party’s negotiating committee for making decisions.
Siddiqui emphasized that they are ready to discuss their three constitutional amendments, which include the establishment of ministries to serve urban areas of Sindh and Pakistan. He expressed readiness to engage in dialogue with any party that may have objections to these amendments.
The MQM leader highlighted the importance of constitutional safeguards for both national and provincial governments. He advocated for extending such constitutional protections to local governments as well, enabling municipal bodies to have administrative and financial autonomy.
Siddiqui’s remarks indicate a pragmatic approach by the MQM, demonstrating their willingness to engage in constructive dialogue and collaboration with other political parties, particularly the PPP. By emphasizing the importance of constitutional amendments aimed at empowering local governments, Siddiqui underscores the need for inclusive governance structures that cater to the diverse needs of urban and rural areas alike.
Moreover, Siddiqui’s assertion that negotiations for government formation have not yet begun suggests that political stakeholders in Pakistan are still in the initial stages of coalition-building and power-sharing discussions following recent elections or political developments.
Overall, Siddiqui’s statements reflect the MQM’s commitment to constitutional reforms and their readiness to engage in political dialogue, setting the stage for potential cooperation with the PPP and other parties in the interest of governance and democratic stability in Pakistan.
