Dialogue with Taliban prerogative of Pak government: Olson

Dunya News

Richard Olson says the historic turnout in the elections defeated those who are against democracy.

 

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - US ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson said holding dialogue with Taliban is prerogative of Pakistani government.


Talking to media here on Wednesday, Olson said holding dialogue with Taliban is prerogative of Pakistani government.

 

However‚ he said‚ any reservations regarding these proposed talks will depend on terms and conditions of the dialogue with Taliban.

 

Terming recent general elections as big success of Pakistani nation in which democratic forces emerged as victorious he said a historic turnout was witnessed in the elections‚ which reflects that the people have confidence in democracy.


He said these elections proved to be a defeat for those who are against democratic values and holding of elections.