Bilawal welcomes PM Shehbaz’s offer for PPP to form GB government

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s invitation for the party to form the government in Gilgit-Baltistan.

He expressed gratitude to the prime minister for recognizing PPP’s majority mandate in the region.

The PPP emerged as the largest party in the Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly, securing 11 out of 24 seats in the recent elections.

Following the results, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) announced it would support PPP in forming the government.

Under the arrangement, PML-N will sit in opposition in the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly.

However, its elected members will vote in favor of PPP during the government formation process.

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said the development reflects a continuation of democratic traditions.

He described the invitation as a positive step toward political cooperation.

He also said that under a consensus arrangement, key positions such as governor and deputy speaker would be allocated to PML-N.

The PPP chairman said his party will fully utilize its mandate to serve the people of Gilgit-Baltistan.

He thanked the people of the region for placing their trust in PPP.

He said the party will protect the rights of the people, including property, employment, and constitutional rights.

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari assured that PPP will fulfill its responsibilities with full commitment and dedication.

Earlier, delegations of PPP and PML-N held meetings in Gilgit-Baltistan to discuss government formation.

Both parties described the talks as a major breakthrough.

They agreed to present their proposals to their respective central leaderships.

The discussions also included political cooperation and regional development issues.

Officials say the arrangement marks a significant step toward political stability in Gilgit-Baltistan.