Dialogues underway to end political deadlock President Alvi.

President Arif Alvi said on Saturday that he continues to convey messages as dialogues are underway to end the political deadlock, while he is trying to improve relations between the former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan and the establishment.

He said this in his meeting with senior journalists at Governor House in Lahore. The president said that there is no harm in holding a consultation on the appointment of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS).

Dr Alvi said that it would be better if elections are held soon and the discussions should be for the stability of democratic institutions. 'I keep on conveying messages,' he said adding that the constitution allows to take a vote of confidence, but he is not in this position.

'I do not do anything after consulting with PTI chairman Imran Khan, adding that the former PM is an old friend and I consider him a leader.'

Earlier today, addressing a Public Awareness Seminar on Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib, President Dr Arif Alvi said there is a need to ensure strictness against tax evasion and tax collecting authorities must create easiness for taxpayers. To creat awareness among people regarding the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) initiatives was essential, he added.

He said that there was a need to understand the spirit of giving tax in accordance with Islamic teachings. Arif Alvi said that Zakat was compulsory while charity was paid on a voluntary basis. He said, 'Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) process is adopted internationally which helps to resolve disputes without a trial.'

The president appreciated FTO Dr. Asif Mahmood Jah for following ADR for quick redressal of the complaints. He emphasized educating people to choose the right way for redressal of their complaints as...