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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 45159, member: 636"]
Political party leaders heard a strong message about working together during talks at the Foreign Service Academy. Professor Ali Riaz urged all groups to bend their positions and find middle ground on tough national questions. The commission leader wants parties to honor past struggles and sacrifices that brought the country to this point. He reminded everyone that thousands of people fought for democracy over sixteen years. Political activists from many parties faced hardship and some died for their beliefs.

Riaz pushed parties to take just a few more steps toward agreement on the July Charter. He said groups have already traveled far and need only a little more effort to finish the job. The professor stressed that small compromises from each side could lead to major success. Talks on Sunday covered how long prime ministers should serve and what basic principles should guide the state. Officials also discussed creating an independent group to draw new voting district lines.

Several important issues still lack full agreement among the thirty-two political parties. Leaders cannot agree on how to elect the president or how long prime ministers should stay in office. The idea of forming a National Constitutional Council also needs more work. Riaz announced that commission members will take Monday and Tuesday off to think about these complex problems. The break will let officials consult with each other about the best path forward.
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