'Crying won't lead us anywhere,' Shehbaz tells Bilawal

Shehbaz says Bilawal Bhutto is like a 'younger brother'

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Former prime minister and PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday advised PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari that crying is futile, stressing the necessity for joint efforts in resolving challenges.

Addressing the media after his meeting with Nawab Aslam Raisani, the former Balochistan chief minister, Shehbaz referred to the PPP chairman as a "young brother," highlighting the need to move beyond blame games and embrace a more substantial approach to politics.

"Merely crying or pointing fingers won't lead us anywhere; we must engage in serious politics," the former premier said. He cautioned against a blame-centric approach, asserting that it was an inadequate strategy to address the country's challenges.

He said Bilawal collaborated with the PML-N-led coalition government for 16 months, adding all decisions were made through consultations.

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The comments from the PML-N leader came a day after Bilawal’s advice to the party's leader to "focus on Lahore" following a visit to Balochistan aimed at garnering support from influential figures before the upcoming elections.

The PML-N has been flexing muscles in Sindh – the PPP’s turf – and Balochistan while extensively courting electables and forming alliances.

A PML-N delegation comprising its leadership visited Karachi last Sunday and shared their intention regarding seat adjustment.

During his meeting with Aslam Khan Raisani on Wednesday, Shehbaz invited the former chief minister to join PML-N. Raisani said he would take a decision soon.

The former prime minister underscored the imperative need for a unified approach to tackle the social, political and economic challenges faced by Pakistan.

Emphasising the importance of learning from historical lessons, the former premier stressed the collective responsibility of political leaders and stakeholders in steering the nation toward progress.

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"Our destiny is intertwined with Pakistan's existence. The resolution of our political, economic, and social issues is crucial for our collective development and happiness," he said.

Despite Pakistan's status as a nuclear power, the former prime minister lamented the evident economic struggles witnessed over the past 75 years, calling for concerted efforts to rectify the situation.

Speaking about the party's leader, Nawaz Sharif, the former prime minister lauded Sharif's contributions and initiatives aimed at Balochistan's development. He highlighted the implementation of an extensive road network across the nation during Nawaz’s tenure.

Drawing comparisons, he criticised the lack of progress and significant developments during the PTI’s four-year government term, characterising it as a period marked by destruction.