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Govt offers dialogue as PTI protests GB polls in NA
PTI lawmakers protested alleged rigging in Gilgit-Baltistan elections in the National Assembly, while the government reiterated an offer for dialogue on national issues. Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar emphasized the need for an 'enabling environment' for talks and stated the Constitution does not permit convicts to lead political parties. Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai hinted at boycotting parliament over unmet demands, including restrictions on PTI founder Imran Khan's meetings.
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