Bilawal calls for joint efforts to resolve Balochistan’s problems

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto has said that no single person or party can solve the problems of Balochistan province, reported 24NewsHD TV channel Saturday.

Addressing a press conference at Quetta, along with the newly-elected Chief Minister of Balochistan Sarfraz Bugti and other PPP members, Bilawal outlined the party's commitment to resolving the multifaceted challenges faced by Balochistan.

He highlighted that the PPP would work with all stakeholders, both inside and outside the provincial assembly, to address the problems confronting Balochistan.

PPP chairman also expressed his intention to govern in accordance with the conciliatory thinking of his late mother, Benazir Bhutto, who advocated for inclusive and cooperative governance.

Bilawal stressed the significance of involving all political parties and stakeholders, both within and outside the parliament, in the process of finding solutions to the challenges faced by Balochistan.

Acknowledging the magnitude of the issues in the region, Bilawal stated that attempting to tackle them as an individual or a single political entity would be challenging. He called for unity among all parties to collectively address the concerns of the people, emphasising the need for positive and collaborative efforts.

 Expressing concern for the recent damages in Gwadar due to heavy downpour, Bilawal requested Chief Minister Bugti to make it his first official visit. He also pledged to arrange relief efforts for the affected population.

 “There was a lot of damage in Gwadar, Bugti should take immediate initiatives,” he urged.

Bilawal Bhutto expressed hoped that the CM will personally handle situation. “Efforts will be made so that the people of Balochistan no longer have to make sacrifices, Bhutto hinted.

Addressing the persistent issue of terrorism, Bilawal affirmed the party's commitment to fighting extremists in accordance with the National Action Plan.

Former foreign minister mentioned the efforts made in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Swat and Waziristan regions, vowing to apply a similar approach in Balochistan.

Bilawal also addressed the contentious problem of missing persons, particularly prevalent in Balochistan.

He expressed gratitude to the political parties in parliament for not opposing Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti's election, expressing confidence that the chief minister would address concerns and issues in good faith.