PM Shehbaz, Bilawal Zardari Discuss Federal Budget, Political Situation and Development Projects
Key Developments:
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held a meeting in Islamabad to discuss the federal budget and current political affairs.
- Both leaders reviewed development projects in Sindh and emphasized coordination between the federation and provinces.
- Bilawal B. Zardari praised Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement regarding Middle East developments and thanked the federal government for its support in Gilgit-Baltistan.
ISLAMABAD (Radio Pakistan) — June 18, 2026: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held an important meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday, where they discussed the federal budget, the country’s political situation and ongoing development initiatives.
According to official details, the meeting focused on matters of mutual interest, political coordination between coalition partners and progress on development projects being implemented by the federal government in Sindh.
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The discussions come at a significant time as consultations continue between the government and the PPP regarding various aspects of the federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year. In recent days, both sides have maintained engagement over budget-related proposals and broader political issues.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the importance of cooperation between the federal and provincial governments for sustainable national development.
The prime minister stated that “effective coordination and mutual cooperation between the federation and the provinces are indispensable for national development.”
Both leaders agreed that collaboration between federal and provincial institutions would continue to ensure timely completion of projects considered important for public welfare and economic development.
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According to officials, the meeting also included a review of development schemes underway in Sindh and discussions on improving coordination for future projects.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari highlighted Pakistan’s recent diplomatic efforts related to developments in the Middle East and paid tribute to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for their role in international diplomatic engagement.
According to the official statement, Bilawal B. Zardari commended Pakistan’s efforts aimed at supporting peace initiatives amid ongoing regional tensions. The meeting followed a period during which Pakistan’s leadership publicly supported diplomatic efforts related to negotiations involving Iran and the United States.
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The PPP chairman also thanked the prime minister for the federal government’s support during the formation of the government in Gilgit-Baltistan.
The meeting reflects continued engagement between the ruling coalition partners at a time when economic policymaking, budget discussions and intergovernmental coordination remain key political priorities. Earlier consultations between the government and PPP leadership had focused on budget proposals and political matters, with both sides expressing a commitment to parliamentary cooperation.
Senior leaders from both parties were also present during the discussions, which officials described as constructive and focused on strengthening cooperation on national issues.
Political observers note that continued coordination between coalition partners will remain important as parliament debates budgetary measures and development priorities in the coming weeks.
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