Pakistan, July 11 -- LAHORE - Talks between the Punjab Assembly Speaker and 26 suspended opposition lawmakers resumed on Friday, with both sides agreeing to continue negotiations over the ongoing disqualification reference.

The meeting, which lasted over an hour, was held at the Punjab Assembly under the chairmanship of Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan. Suspended lawmakers were led by Opposition Leader Malik Ahmad Khan Bhachar, with discussions focusing on the way forward regarding their suspension and political differences.

To support the Speaker, several key government figures were present, including Provincial Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman and Chief Whip Rana Muhammad Arshad. Their presence highlighted t...