PPP Chairman Speaks at Karachi Business Gathering
In a candid interaction with Karachi’s business community, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari encouraged traders to communicate their concerns directly with him instead of airing grievances elsewhere.
Context of the Discussion
The remark came during a high-profile luncheon hosted by the Sindh government for Karachi’s prominent business figures. During the event, trade leader Atiq Mir jokingly suggested swapping Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah with Punjab’s Maryam Nawaz, drawing laughter from the audience. The lighthearted quip quickly turned into a discussion about governance and business concerns in Sindh.
Bilawal’s Direct Message to Traders
Responding to the jest, Bilawal Bhutto emphasized that rather than resorting to complaints in political forums, business leaders should approach him with their issues firsthand.
He stated:
“I request you to own PPP; we are not that bad… Show us the same kind of affection you did to PTI and MQM. Your problems are our problems, and we are here to address them.”
A Push for Business-Friendly Policies
PPP has been working to mend its relations with Karachi’s business sector, especially in the face of rising concerns over economic policies, infrastructure, and taxation. Bilawal’s statement signals an attempt to build a stronger relationship between the PPP government and Karachi’s traders.
With the 2024 general elections approaching, engaging with the business community remains crucial for political parties seeking to gain public trust.
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