
By Faizan Khan
ISLAMABAD: Sindh’s senior politician and former senator Saleem Zia engaged in a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the PM’s House on Tuesday. The meeting, which focused on the evolving political landscape in the country, was particularly centered around the situation in Sindh and the strategies needed to address the growing challenges in the province.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Sharif praised Saleem Zia for his longstanding contributions to national politics, recognizing his influential role within the party. He said his commitment to the PML-N, especially in the southern regions, has been a cornerstone in its ability to maintain a presence despite ongoing political turbulence. He lauded Saleem Zia’s dedication to the party, emphasizing that his expertise and experience have played a pivotal role in the party’s survival in Sindh.
The Prime Minister also shared his plans to visit Sindh in the near future. His visit is expected to focus on strengthening the PML-N’s political base by engaging with party organizers and revitalizing its grassroots presence. This move signals the Prime Minister’s intent to reassert the party’s influence. His visit comes at a crucial juncture, as political rivalries intensify across Pakistan, and the PML-N seeks to regain momentum ahead of future elections.
The meeting between Shehbaz Sharif and Saleem Zia highlighted the ongoing efforts to secure PML-N’s position in Sindh. The results of these strategic discussions may well shape the party’s future trajectory and its ability to reclaim influence in one of the country’s most politically significant provinces.