Bilawal urges political unity, dialogue to address national challenges

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th Jun, 2026) Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday called for a more coordinated and positive political approach to jointly address Pakistan’s political, economic and geopolitical challenges.

Speaking in the National Assembly, he said all political parties should work together to resolve national issues and make use of emerging opportunities for stability and development.

He appreciated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s efforts to engage both coalition partners and opposition parties in a constructive manner.

However, he expressed concern over certain political statements and conduct of some individuals, saying such remarks create unnecessary complications instead of helping resolve issues.

He said this attitude weakens the spirit of political cooperation needed to move the country forward.

Referring to the situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Bilawal said efforts had been made by the government and political stakeholders to resolve the issue politically.

He stressed that all actors should act responsibly and avoid statements that could deepen divisions or hurt public sentiment.

He urged the House to ensure political dialogue remains respectful and constructive, with all parties focusing on national unity and economic stability.

He said the Kashmir issue remains sensitive and long-standing, and should be addressed through dialogue.

He called on political parties, including coalition partners, to work together to reduce tensions in Azad Kashmir and engage all stakeholders, including protest groups, for a peaceful solution.

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Bilawal said political matters should always be resolved through political means, adding that the Prime Minister’s approach to lowering tensions through dialogue was a positive step.

Referring to past political agreements, including the 1973 Constitution and the 18th Amendment, he said these reflected the importance of consensus politics in Pakistan.

He said the PPP has always supported democratic continuity and constitutional supremacy.

He added that politics of confrontation weakens democratic institutions and urged parties to work for collective national progress.

He said governance issues, including those related to Karachi and other urban centres, should not be politicised and stressed the need to address public concerns through cooperation rather than blame.

Bilawal further said constitutional reforms should focus on devolution of powers instead of creating administrative bottlenecks.

He added that Islamabad should also have empowered local governance within the constitutional timeframe.

He said that political dialogue should remain focused on governance reforms, local government empowerment and constitutional development, rather than

unnecessary confrontation, reiterating that the PPP believes in strengthening democracy through constitutional means and transparent, people-centric political processes.

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