Bilawal says casual visits won’t solve Pakistan, Afghanistan issues

Problems between Afghanistan and Pakistan cannot be resolved just through visits or casual meetings, said Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Monday.

Addressing a press conference in Pakistan, Bilawal said solutions needed to be found for the complex issues both countries face.

“A visit to Afghanistan or a cup of tea will not solve the issues. As foreign minister, I facilitated China-Pakistan-Afghanistan negotiations. The problems of Afghanistan and Pakistan should be resolved, acknowledging that not all issues are under Afghan control,” he said.

He also questioned the silence on terrorism, and emphasized the need for broad consultation on security issues, involving not just allies but also the opposition.

“How long will we continue to carry bodies? When will good days come? Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has the worst law and order situation. Facilitators of terrorists are presented as heroes,” he said.

Bilawal highlighted the significant security challenges in the province, noting that peace was established through great sacrifices.

“We defeated terrorists with public support and the bravery of our forces. Terrorist organizations are resurging from K-P to Balochistan. We will participate in the prime minister’s APC with our stance, working together to address these issues. We have always stood by the public and the military,” he said.

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