Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has given a clear message to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, saying that if political stability and a democratic atmosphere are required in the country, then it is inevitable to abandon the politics of extremism. He said that extremist behaviours not only harm the political process but also deepen the gap between institutions and the people.
Talking to the media in Larkana, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that when a party attacks national institutions in response to the arrest of its leader or judicial action, then it also loses the right to complain about the strong response. According to him, if the PPP had taken such steps in the past, the consequences might have been much harsher.
He stressed that political parties should use parliament and forums of dialogue instead of the streets. Bilawal Bhutto said that flexibility and tolerance in politics only move democracy forward, while confrontation takes the country backward.
Expressing gratitude for the delegation sent by the Prime Minister and Mian Nawaz Sharif on the anniversary of Bibi Shaheed, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that this step is a symbol of the continuity of democratic tradition despite political differences. According to him, political parties in Pakistan should recognise each other’s existence.
Talking about economic issues, Bilawal Bhutto called the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model an effective solution instead of privatisation. He said that the Sindh government has achieved remarkable achievements in health and other sectors under this model, from which the federal government can also take guidance.
He claimed that due to modern hospitals, free treatment for children and world-class facilities in Sindh, the child mortality rate has come down to the lowest level, which is a major achievement.
According to political analysts, this stance of Bilawal Bhutto is actually an attempt to restore conciliatory politics. Experts say that if the major parties respect institutional boundaries and prioritise dialogue, the political temperature can decrease significantly. According to economic experts, the public-private partnership model is a viable option for a country like Pakistan, provided that transparency is ensured.
