Federal Minister Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry has ruled out the possibility of a political deal or special concessions for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, saying that all matters concerning the former prime minister must be resolved through the courts.
Speaking to journalists, the federal minister said the government had no policy of striking deals and did not intend to offer special concessions to Imran Khan. He maintained that the legal matters involving the PTI founder should be handled through the judicial process rather than a separate political arrangement.
Tariq Fazal Chaudhry questions reports of political contacts
Chaudhry also questioned what he described as contradictory positions surrounding Imran Khan’s political stance and reports of contacts with the government. He said the former prime minister presented himself as an uncompromising political figure while claims were also being made about possible communication with government representatives.
The minister argued that reports of negotiations did not align with Imran Khan’s publicly stated position. He also denied any direct or indirect communication between the government and PTI, describing reports of backchannel negotiations as unfounded.
Government rules out special concessions for Imran Khan
Chaudhry maintained that claims about behind-the-scenes contacts were based on political expectations rather than actual developments. He reiterated that the government would not pursue a separate political arrangement concerning the PTI founder.
His remarks come amid continued discussion about possible political engagement between the government and PTI, particularly in connection with Imran Khan’s ongoing legal cases and the wider political situation in Pakistan.
The federal minister’s statement sets out the government’s position that matters concerning Imran Khan should proceed through the courts. His comments did not indicate any change in the judicial process or confirm formal negotiations between the government and PTI.
