President, PM, defence leadership working in coordination for better Pakistan: Murad

KARACHI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 13th Apr, 2026) Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah highlighted broader national and international developments, linking effective governance and diplomacy with public welfare initiatives such as the anti-polio campaign.

He expressed confidence that President Asif Ali Zardari would continue to play a constructive role in steering the country towards stability and progress.

“The president, the prime minister, and the defence leadership are working in coordination for the betterment of Pakistan,” he said.

Referring to recent diplomatic engagements, the chief minister noted that both Iran and the United States had demonstrated trust in Pakistan’s leadership by engaging with Islamabad. “Forces that were once unwilling to talk have now come to the table-this reflects the success of Pakistan’s diplomacy,” he remarked, adding that diplomacy is a continuous process and its positive outcomes would become more visible over time. He said Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari remained fully active on diplomatic and public fronts.

To a question, the CM said that Chairman Bilawal Bhutto is taking a keen interest in development initiatives, particularly in Lyari. He added that, under his direction, the Chief Secretary has been tasked with working alongside NESPAK to prepare a comprehensive development plan for the area.

The chief minister also addressed political criticism, stating that opposition reactions often reflect the effectiveness of the government’s work.

“If we were performing poorly, our opponents would be satisfied. Their criticism indicates that meaningful work is being done,” he said.

Highlighting national unity during challenging times, he revealed that President Asif Ali Zardari had convened an important meeting at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in the wake of regional tensions, bringing together chief ministers from all provinces. He noted that even the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, who had not attended such meetings previously, participated - crediting this inclusion to the efforts of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.

On governance issues, Murad Ali Shah underscored that blocking a citizen’s national identity card is not permissible, calling it a fundamental right that must be protected.

Turning back to polio eradication, the chief minister reiterated his personal commitment, noting that he has consistently inaugurated anti-polio campaigns himself. He recalled that during 2017 - 18, Pakistan had achieved zero polio cases, but momentum had slowed in subsequent years. “Even then, the Sindh government raised concerns at the Federal level regarding the lack of focus,” he said.

He concluded by urging all segments of society to play their role in eliminating polio, stressing that collective efforts are essential to secure a healthier future for the country.