President Asif Ali Zardari has called for an integrated approach to the proposed development of Keti Bunder Port, stressing that the project should be supported by reliable road connectivity, power and water supply, industrial infrastructure and other essential facilities.

The President was speaking during a presentation on the proposed development of Keti Bunder Port by China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC). Welcoming the Chinese delegation, he appreciated China’s continued interest in supporting Pakistan’s infrastructure and maritime development.

The President said Keti Bunder had significant potential as an additional maritime gateway that could strengthen Pakistan’s port and logistics network and support greater connectivity and trade. He emphasised the need for close technical coordination between the Chinese side and relevant Pakistani authorities.

He also stressed that environmental sustainability should remain a key consideration, particularly the protection of the fragile ecosystem of the Indus Delta and the interests and livelihoods of local fishing communities. He encouraged continued technical engagement to further refine the master plan and identify an appropriate implementation and financing framework.

The Chinese delegation presented the Conceptual Master Plan for Keti Bunder Port, envisaging a new deep-water maritime gateway with multiple terminals, logistics and supporting infrastructure. The proposed Phase-I development includes a multi-purpose terminal with a 500-metre quay, with a preliminary engineering cost estimate of approximately US$522.34 million.

The Chinese delegation comprised Mr Wu Ping, Chief Representative of CHEC in Pakistan, Mr Wang Zongde, Head of Marketing Department and Mr Xu Tielin, Engineer, along with Mr Ali Raza, GM of Strategy and Marketing.

Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, Senators Saleem Mandviwala and Sherry Rehman, Sindh Minister for Energy, P&D Mr Nasir Hussain Shah, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Investment & Public Private Partnership Syed Qasim Naveed Qamar and Chief Secretary Sindh Syed Asif Hyder Shah also attended the meeting.

President Asif Ali Zardari has congratulated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on his election as the President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

The President expressed confidence that, under his leadership, Bangladesh would continue to make progress and advance the well-being of its people.

President Zardari said Pakistan and Bangladesh enjoyed close bonds rooted in their shared history, faith and cultural ties. He welcomed the positive momentum in bilateral relations and expressed hope that cooperation between the two countries would continue to grow in areas of mutual interest.

He said he looks forward to working with President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir to further strengthen Pakistan-Bangladesh relations and promote greater exchanges and cooperation between the two peoples.

The President also invited the Bangladeshi President to visit Pakistan at a mutually convenient time, expressing confidence that his visit would provide an opportunity to further strengthen bilateral ties and deepen cooperation.

President Zardari conveyed his best wishes to President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir for the successful discharge of his responsibilities and for the continued peace, progress and prosperity of the people of Bangladesh.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has urged opposition parties to end their boycott of parliamentary committees and return to Parliament to play a constructive role in legislation, electoral reforms and resolving national issues.

Speaking to the media at the National Assembly after meeting opposition leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai, former speaker Asad Qaiser, former senator Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar and Senate Opposition Leader Allama Raja Nasir Abbas, Chairman Bilawal said the PPP has always respected the Parliament and considered it the most important forum for representing the people.

He said parliamentary committees could not function effectively unless all political parties participated in them, adding that both the government and opposition have a responsibility to sit together and address public concerns despite their differences. The boycott by some opposition parties, he said, affected key committees dealing with the budget, judiciary and legislation.

Chairman Bilawal said that the Parliament is a forum representing the 24 crore people of Pakistan. He urged the opposition parties to reconsider their decision and return to Parliament, saying political differences should not come at the expense of the institution’s dignity and constitutional role.

He also called for consensus-based electoral reforms, saying concerns over election transparency could not be resolved through boycotts or protests. The PPP, he said, had consistently supported transparent and impartial elections and would continue to contribute to electoral reforms. If there are genuine flaws in the electoral system, the solution is to address them through Parliament, strengthen the Election Commission and ensure respect for every citizen’s vote.

Chairman Bilawal said it was undesirable for political parties to celebrate an election victory but allege rigging when they lost. The PPP, he said, has always accepted both victory and defeat in the democratic process and wants elections in which the people’s will is the only deciding factor.

Expressing concern over rising inflation, Chairman Bilawal said that the increasing electricity, gas, petrol, diesel and essential commodity prices are placing a severe burden on ordinary households. He urged the government to take immediate and concrete measures to control inflation and protect the purchasing power of the people.

Regarding the creation of new provinces, Chairman Bilawal said the PPP’s position was based on constitutional principles, democracy and the aspirations of the people concerned. No new province, he said, could be created without clear public consensus in the relevant region.

He said the people of Gilgit-Baltistan had a legitimate and longstanding demand for full constitutional rights and representation, which the PPP supported. Regarding South Punjab, he said there was no logical reason to oppose a new province if its elected representatives had formally endorsed the proposal. Decisions on new provinces, he added, should be taken through Parliament, the relevant provincial assemblies and consultation with the people.

Regarding the recent Azad Kashmir elections, Chairman PPP said that the process had been made controversial for political interests. The PPP’s reserved seats had been systematically taken away and armed attacks had been carried out against its peaceful workers in Bhimber and Mirpur, resulting in the death of a PPP worker. A PPP MNA came under direct fire and the President of AJK was attacked as well.

He said that the federal government’s political and administrative machinery had remained active in Azad Kashmir throughout the six-phase election process, raising serious questions over its transparency. The PPP, he said, had raised its objections before the Election Commission, Parliament and other constitutional forums, but the PML-N had failed to address its concerns or engage in meaningful dialogue after the elections.

Chairman Bilawal said commitments and political understandings reached with the PML-N before the election of the Prime Minister have not been honoured. The PPP had cooperated in the wider national interest, he said, but there could be no genuine alliance with the PML-N unless the party’s concerns over the AJK elections are addressed and political commitments fulfilled.

He said the PPP would nevertheless continue to play a constructive role in Parliament whenever matters of national interest, the Kashmir cause or public rights are involved. He pointed out that the government needs PPP’s votes for several important laws, constitutional amendments and difficult bills despite the claims that PPP is obstructing its agenda.

Chairman Bilawal said legislation could not be forced through on the basis of a majority or through coercion, stressing that durable laws required dialogue, consensus and respect for constitutional limits.

Calling for a policy of Truth and Reconciliation in Kashmir, he said past incidents should be investigated impartially and transparently so that those responsible could be held accountable while innocent citizens were protected from unnecessary harassment or punishment. Justice, he said, must not only be done but must also be seen to be done.

He also expressed concern over the suspension of internet and mobile services in Azad Kashmir, saying the disruption was severely affecting students, freelancers, the IT sector and small businesses. The government should clarify its policy and ensure that the digital economy and online education were not unnecessarily disrupted.

Chairman Bilawal said making the AJK elections controversial was damaging both democratic traditions and the Kashmir cause. Pakistan, he said, could present the Kashmir case more effectively internationally only when democratic values and constitutional rights were fully upheld in Azad Kashmir.

Regarding the security situation, Chairman Bilawal said that a dangerous nexus between the BLA, Sindhi nationalist groups and the TTP had been formed. The elements involved have bases in Afghanistan and have carried out terrorist attacks in Karachi and other major cities. He called for a coordinated diplomatic and security strategy to dismantle the network and prevent external support for terrorism.

Recalling his tenure as the Foreign Minister, he said Pakistan had consistently presented itself internationally as a peace-loving country committed to regional stability and cooperation, while having made enormous sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.

Chairman Bilawal also said that forces including Israel and India were seeking to destabilise Pakistan through initiatives such as Operation Sindoor, and called for national unity, political stability and an effective foreign policy to counter such efforts.

Chairman PPP said the biggest threat to Parliament was the failure of its own members to recognise its constitutional role and sanctity. The country’s problems, he said, could only be resolved inside the Parliament through dialogue, legislation and accountability. A strong and functioning Parliament was essential to addressing Pakistan’s internal and external challenges, Chairman Bilawal stressed.

President Asif Ali Zardari meeting Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti at Aiwan-e-Sadr. PPP Women’s Wing President Ms Faryal Talpur and former Balochistan minister Mir Ali Hassan Zehri also present.

​On World Humanitarian Day, Pakistan joins the international community in honouring the courage, selflessness and dedication of humanitarian workers who serve on the frontlines during natural disasters, emergencies and crises. Their swift response, contribution to relief and rehabilitation and commitment to helping people in distress, often in difficult and dangerous conditions, deserve our deepest appreciation.

We are grateful to humanitarian workers who, alongside civil society, security forces and ordinary citizens, remain prepared to respond when communities face emergencies. Their timely assistance and compassion provide essential support to people who are most vulnerable during such times.

Humanitarian workers play an important role in helping communities withstand crises and recover from them. Their work reflects the values of compassion and respect for human dignity. Through organised and professional assistance, they help strengthen the support systems available to people affected by violence, displacement, hunger, poverty, disability and marginalisation.

As we observe World Humanitarian Day 2026, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting the fundamental rights and dignity of every individual, as guaranteed under the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 and the human rights treaties ratified by Pakistan.

I extend my appreciation to all social workers, counsellors, healthcare providers, child protection workers and humanitarian personnel serving across Pakistan. Their dedication reminds us of the responsibility we share to assist those in need and to ensure that no one is left without support in times of crisis.

​On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day of Pakistan, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Pakistanis at home and abroad.

14 August is a day when we remember the sacrifices that made Pakistan possible. We pay tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the leaders and workers of the Pakistan Movement and all those who gave up their homes, security and livelihoods in the struggle for a homeland.

But independence is not only a historic achievement. It is also a responsibility that each generation must carry forward. The Pakistan that was created through the democratic will of its people must continue to grow stronger, more secure and more prosperous. Our task is not only to remember what earlier generations achieved, but to add to it through our own work.

The past year has reminded us of the strength of the Pakistani nation. The events surrounding Marka-e-Haq demonstrated that Pakistan seeks peace, but also possesses the resolve and capacity to defend its sovereignty and national interests. The lesson of strength is ultimately a lesson of responsibility. A country that can defend itself must also use its strength to prevent conflict, protect peace and serve the interests of its people.

The security and stability we enjoy today have come at a great cost. On this Independence Day, we pay tribute to the martyrs of our Armed Forces, law enforcement agencies and police, and honour the sacrifices of their families. Their courage and commitment have helped safeguard our nation against external aggression and the threat of terrorism. The people of Pakistan remain deeply grateful for their service.

Pakistan’s role in the efforts to facilitate dialogue in the region is an important example of this responsibility. Pakistan has effectively used its channels of communication, its geographical location and diplomatic capital to encourage dialogue and de-escalation at a time when wider conflict could have serious consequences for the region and the world.

Pakistan’s approach is clear. We believe that disputes, no matter how serious, must ultimately be addressed through dialogue and diplomacy. Our security is linked to the peace and stability of our neighbourhood and the world at large. Pakistan will continue to support efforts that reduce tensions, protect regional stability and create conditions for cooperation.

This is also a time to look inward and focus on the work that will determine Pakistan’s future. We must strengthen our economy, create greater opportunities for our young people, improve education and skills, strengthen institutions through series of governance, economic and social reforms to ensure that the benefits of development and democracy reach every part and community of the country.

Pakistan’s greatest strength is its young people. Across the country and around the world, they are demonstrating their talent in science, technology, business, education and the creative industries. Our responsibility is to give them the education, skills and opportunities they need to realise their potential. By investing in our youth today, we are investing in Pakistan’s future.

For ordinary Pakistanis, national progress is measured in practical terms. It means a young person finding the skills and opportunity to build a career. It means a family being able to access quality education and healthcare. It means farmers, workers, traders and businesses being able to plan for the future with greater confidence. The strength of Pakistan will ultimately be judged by whether our national progress improves the lives of its people.

We also renew our solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and reaffirm our support for their legitimate struggle for their rights. Pakistan will continue to support a peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the aspirations of its people and the relevant United Nations resolutions.

On this occasion, I also want to reiterate that despite historical differences, we have always respected and supported the national sovereignty of our neighbour Afghanistan and expect the same reciprocity. It is sad that the current interim regime of Afghanistan is allowing and supporting a cocktail of terror groups to use their soil for launching attacks against neighbouring countries including Pakistan. It is sad the Taliban regime of Afghanistan is collaborating with India in launching terror attacks against Pakistani civilians and security personnel. They are doing this to distract us from the peace building efforts of Pakistan, recognised by entire world.

I warn them to stop these evil actions against the people of Pakistan and assure all and sundry that the armed forces of Pakistan are capable of defeating these evil designs.

On this Independence Day, I call upon all Pakistanis to contribute to the country’s progress in whatever field they serve.

May Allah Almighty protect Pakistan, grant peace and prosperity to our people, strengthen our country and guide us towards a better future.

Pakistan Zindabad.

​On the occasion of International Youth Day, I extend warmest greetings to the vibrant and dynamic youth across Pakistan and around the world. Today is a celebration of the potential, resilience and energy that the youth bring to the progress and transformation of our nation.

​Pakistan has one of the world’s largest youth population with 67% below the age of 30. Our young women and men are the driving force behind our country’s growth, technological innovations, educational excellence, healthcare sysyem, leading social reforms, serving in public life and making their mark in sports, arts and culture. Their passion, creativity and determination are the foundation upon which the future of Pakistan rests.

​True empowerment comes when the young people are provided with the tools and space to thrive. It is imperative that our youth, regardless of gender, background, ethnicity or geographic location, have equal access to quality education, modern skill development, digital technology and meaningful employment opportunities. Investing in our youth is a direct investment in the future of our country.

​Our young women and girls have an indispensable role in shaping our national destiny. We must break down systemic barriers so that young women can freely pursue their ambitions, get quality education, join the workforce and step into leadership roles. We must foster an inclusive environment where young people from all communities, minorities and marginalized groups feel empowered to contribute fully to national life.

​I call upon civil society, families, parents, educational institutions and the relevant government institutions to actively support, mentor and listen to our young generation. The trust, resources and encouragement we give our young people today will define the strength, stability and character of the Pakistan they lead tomorrow.

​May the youth of Pakistan continue to shine and lead our nation toward a brighter, inclusive and prosperous tomorrow.

Secretary General of Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians, Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari, while congratulating minority communities on National Minorities Day, said that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s address of August 11 is the foundation of the Constitution of Pakistan and that Pakistan belongs to all and every Pakistani is an equal citizen. In his message, he said that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s historic address of August 11, 1947 laid the basis for the equal and constitutional rights of minorities in Pakistan. Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari said that Quaid-e-Azam envisioned a Pakistan where every citizen, regardless of religion, would have equal rights and minorities would consider themselves safe and empowered Pakistani citizens. He said that Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, through the 1973 Constitution, provided constitutional protection to the fundamental, political, religious, social and economic rights of minorities. The Constitution of Pakistan guarantees equality of all citizens and the rights of minorities. Nayyer Hussain Bukhari said that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto took practical steps to give equal rights to minority citizens. Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto had a clear vision that non-Muslim Pakistani citizens also have an equal right to the country’s resources, opportunities and benefits. He said that President Asif Ali Zardari, during his first term as President, declared August 11 as National Minorities Day so that the role and contributions of minority communities in the building and development of Pakistan could be acknowledged at the national level. Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari said that the leadership of Pakistan Peoples Party believes in the rights of minorities, religious freedom, equality and interfaith harmony. The PPP is the representative party of all citizens of the country and considers the minority community an equal part of national life. He said that Pakistan Peoples Party has a Minorities Wing and also provides full representation to minority citizens in Parliament. The PPP has always struggled for the protection of the political, economic, social and religious rights of minorities. Nayyer Hussain Bukhari said that we must rise above religious, color, ethnic and linguistic discrimination to become one nation and make the country strong, stable and prosperous. Minorities in Pakistan are playing a valuable role in the building, development and defense of Pakistan and their services are a source of pride for the entire nation. He said that Pakistan Peoples Party will always protect the rights of minorities and will continue its struggle for a Pakistan where every citizen has equal opportunities, dignity, freedom and constitutional rights.

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that National Minorities Day is a reminder that Pakistan belongs equally to every citizen, regardless of faith, and that the true strength of the nation lies in the equality, freedom and equal citizenship of all its people.

According to the press release issued by the Media Cell Bilawal House, Chairman PPP said that the sacrifices, services and contributions of Pakistan’s minority communities are woven into the very fabric of the nation. “Their dreams are our dreams, their hopes are our hopes, and their future is inseparable from the future of Pakistan,” he said.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari reaffirmed the Party’s unwavering commitment to protecting the constitutional rights, religious freedom and equal citizenship of minority communities. He said the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah calls for a Pakistan where diversity is celebrated as a strength and every citizen can live with dignity, without fear or discrimination. He said the unanimous Constitution of 1973, the historic gift of Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto to the nation, guarantees equal rights and religious freedom to all citizens. He added that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto remained a lifelong champion of human rights, minority rights and equality. Chairman Bilawal also lauded President Asif Ali Zardari for declaring March 11 as National Minorities Day during his first term in office, describing the decision as a reflection of his enduring commitment to tolerance, harmony, and national unity.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called upon the nation to renew its pledge to build a Pakistan where every faith is respected, every voice is heard with dignity, and every citizen enjoys equal rights, opportunities and a secure future..

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, while addressing an election rally in Bagh, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, said that Kashmir is facing one of the most difficult periods in its history, with the people of the Poonch Division bearing the brunt of the crisis.

Chairman Bilawal said that nowhere else in Pakistan had the Internet and roads remained shut for such an extended period. From the outset, the PPP had maintained that the issues should be resolved through dialogue or by establishing a Truth and Reconciliation Commission. The situation has now reached a point where military and police personnel are being martyred, while Kashmiris are also losing their lives. It is during these circumstances, he said, that a resolution calling for a Truth Commission has been passed in the AJK Assembly. The resolution urges both the protestors and the security forces to cease their activities. All other stakeholders should abide by the Assembly’s resolution.

Chairman Bilawal said that free and fair elections were essential to constitute an Assembly that genuinely reflected the will of the people of Kashmir. They are neither willing to establish a Truth Commission nor hold free and fair elections, he said. Never before have elections in Kashmir been conducted in six phases. If there is one Kashmir, then there should have been one election. He said the phased elections had been justified in the name of ensuring security and peace, yet questioned which phase had actually been conducted peacefully.

Chairman PPP said that these ‘lions’ are hungry for power. They already had 10 seats in their pockets, then robbed Mirpur and Muzaffarabad, and now have set their sights on Bagh and Poonch. On 10 August, they will realise that the people here are lion hunters.

Chairman Bilawal said the PML-N was under the illusion that it would form the government in Azad Kashmir, despite elections still being due in Poonch, Bagh, Palandri and Haveli. In reality, it is the government in Islamabad that is in danger, and the countdown has already begun, he said. “I am neither the one saying this nor questioning the intentions of the Prime Minister, but everyone is saying that the government is on the brink of collapse.”

Chairman PPP said that those surrounding the PM are not loyal to him and members of his own camp have initiated the political countdown against him. The real battle is not between the PML-N and the PPP, the real contest lies elsewhere between Islamabad and Lahore. A particular faction within the PML-N is rendering every effort of the PM ineffective. The same faction wants him to clash not only with the Opposition, but with his allies.

Chairman Bilawal said that PPP workers had been targeted and martyred during the AJK election. Our workers were martyred during Javed Badhanvi and Latif Akbar’s election campaign, he said. My MNA, Salahuddin Junejo, was shot, and even the President of AJK was attacked, Chairman PPP said. This is no alliance, this is a battle.

The PPP has presented the people with a new manifesto aimed at addressing the grievances and reservations of the Kashmiri people, Chairman PPP said. We want the valley of Kashmir to become the paradise envisioned by Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. If we truly wish to realise this dream, we cannot remain content while the people are deprived of the benefits of their own resources.

He said that unless the people enjoyed the right to governance, the right to ownership and the right to employment, Kashmir could never become that paradise. We cannot keep the people of Kashmir surviving on empty promises. If they stamp the arrow symbol, they will secure their rights. Our Kashmiri brothers and sisters are among the most patriotic people, yet it is a grave injustice that their voices continue to be ignored, he said.

It is being said that the system is collapsing, and AJK is the clearest example of this, Chairman Bilawal said. Votes are being stolen instead of counted. The people of Kashmir want genuine representation, yet representatives are being imposed upon them. The people are the true source of power, but democracy and the public mandate are not being respected. The Constitution is the backbone of the state, yet it has repeatedly been abrogated.

They say the system has collapsed, Chairman PPP said. However, the truth is that the system has been deliberately made to fail. This situation will persist until the voices of the people of Pakistan and Kashmir are heard.

Chairman Bilawal said the country was unwilling to confront its real problems, while everyone claimed to have ready-made solutions. To this day, certain individuals in Islamabad refuse to accept Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s principle that the people are the true source of power.

They say that the solution for the collapsing system is new provinces. Such a proposal can only succeed if the fundamental rights of the people are first recognised, Chairman PPP said. A senior journalist, Mazhar Abbas, who has been a staunch critic of the PPP, questioned how a country unwilling to grant authority to its own PM could speak of local governments or creating new administrative units.

Chairman Bilawal said that Poonch had the strength to defeat the Khooni League. The PPP pledges to restore Kashmir’s stolen seats when entrusted with the mandate of the people. He said all PPP representatives should be elected through the votes of the people so that the movement initiated in the mountains of Kashmir would continue and spread across every province. “The people of Pakistan and Kashmir will ultimately secure all these rights,” he said.

Chairman Bilawal further said that those who had previously claimed the system was collapsing were now insisting that the government would complete its constitutional term. The very need to repeatedly make that assertion suggests they do not truly believe it themselves, he said.

He reiterated that the PPP would form the government in Kashmir. Addressing the debate over new provinces, he said that any such decision must reflect the aspirations of the people rather than the wishes of a select few making decisions. If it is not the decision of the people, then the PPP cannot be expected to act against their wishes, he said.

Chairman Bilawal said the PPP believed in building consensus. The Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly had unanimously passed a resolution demanding constitutional rights. If there is genuine consensus, be it for a South Punjab province, we support it. However, if it is not the will of the people of Punjab themselves, we will not become part of any conspiracy against them. We can only move forward with the consent of the people, he said.

Chairman Bilawal said that the peace agreement with Iran has collapsed, creating the prospect of a significant economic burden on the people of Pakistan and exacerbating challenges across the entire region. The situation is deeply concerning, especially given the threat posed by India, which has been unable to come to terms with its recent defeat. Coupled with the challenge of terrorism from Afghanistan and the prevailing situation in Balochistan, the gravity of the circumstances is clear for everyone to see.

This is not the time for internal political conflict, he said. It is a time for national unity. Instead of fighting its own people, the Opposition and even its allies, the government should unite the nation in confronting these challenges, Chairman PPP said.

Chairman Bilawal said that the day was not far when the government would seek the PPP’s support. When that time comes, we will remind them of Mirpur and Muzaffarabad. The PPP is prepared to stand with them in Islamabad in the national interest. However, if they choose to distance themselves from us, that is their decision. We have exercised patience for the sake of the people, but our patience should not be tested, Chairman PPP said.

Chairman Bilawal said the people would not allow anyone to steal their mandate. The PPP has every option available to it, and we know how to protest. If the people are denied justice, we will sit among them for their rights. We cannot accept this bloody and rigged election. We will only accept the genuine verdict of the people.

Chairman PPP said that on 10 August, the PPP’s representatives, Raja Mubashir (LA-14), Sardar Ziaul Qamar (LA-15), Sardar Qamar Zaman and Faisal Rathore from Haveli would emerge victorious. Chairman Bilawal concluded by saying that only the people of Kashmir have the right to determine their own future, and that the PPP would continue following the vision of Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto by securing for the people the right to governance, the right to ownership and the right to employment.