Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has assured a high-powered delegation of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), led by party chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, that the government will address their concerns regarding controversial canals, ensure peace in Kurram district, and provide assistance to flood victims in Balochistan.
The assurance came during an Iftar dinner hosted by the prime minister at the PM House on Monday, aimed at addressing grievances raised by the key coalition partner.
According to a statement issued by the PPP, Prime Minister Shehbaz reaffirmed his commitment to resolving the party’s concerns and strengthening cooperation within the ruling alliance.
Speaking on the occasion, the prime minister lauded the PPP leadership for its active role in addressing public issues across all four provinces and collaborating with the federal government to uplift the lives of citizens.
The PPP delegation, in turn, acknowledged PM Shehbaz’s leadership and appreciated the government’s economic policies. The party also expressed gratitude for being consulted on key policy matters and reiterated its support for the government’s efforts to drive economic growth.
The PPP delegation comprised prominent figures, including Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, Sherry Rehman, Syed Khurshid Shah, and Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti.
Senior cabinet members, including Ishaq Dar, Ahsan Iqbal, Attaullah Tarar, Rana Sanaullah, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, and Khawaja Saad Rafique, were also present at the meeting.
The interaction underscored the ongoing dialogue between coalition partners as the government navigates key political and economic challenges.
