Unity needed for economic stability: Shehbaz

The joint candidate for the PML-N led coalition, Shehbaz Sharif, has laid emphasis on political stability, which, he states, is vital for achieving economic stability in the country.

"To strive for economic stability, all differences must be set aside. The need for mutual unity for political and economic stability in the country was never felt as strongly before," Shehbaz said in a statement issued on Sunday.

He said in order to eradicate poverty, unemployment, and ignorance from the country, there was a need to make concerted efforts. While embracing simplicity and austerity, he said, it is imperative to spend as much resources as possible on the welfare of the people.

The PML-N president said political stability and a peaceful environment are of paramount importance for foreign investment in the country.  "Pakistan will only prosper when all its units are prosperous."

Shehbaz said progress of all provinces was closest to his heart.

He claimed that in the past, the PML-N had set a shining example of economic progress and stability and that it would take concrete and practical steps to further improve the economy.

He said great nations face challenges and difficulties with courage and hard work. "Together, united, we will move forward, God willing, and solve the problems."

Talking with reference to his terms as Punjab chief minister, he said his government managed to save billions of rupees on development projects.

"The era of [former prime minister] Mian Nawaz Sharif was a golden era of progress and prosperity. Under the visionary leadership of Nawaz, we will tread the path of happiness and progress for the country," he added.