'Charter of democracy': PM Shehbaz once again invites opposition for dialogue
Key takeaways
- He reiterated his invitation to the opposition, saying ensuring equal development across all four provinces was his responsibility as prime minister.
- Referring to provincial rights, he said there was no disagreement over the principle that provinces are entitled to their own resources.
- This is a developing story and is being updated with further details.
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Home latest pakistan world sports showbiz entertainment Royal business health Sci-Tech Food Fact Check big picture Videos shows Watch LIVE TV X Home Latest Pakistan World Sports Showbiz Fact Check big picture Videos Shows LIVE TV Pakistan 'Charter of democracy': PM Shehbaz once again invites opposition for dialogue Ensuring equal development across all four provinces is my responsibility, says premier in NA budget debate By Web Desk | Published June 13, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday once again invited the opposition to sit together for "Charter of Economy and a Charter of Democracy," stressing that national unity and Pakistan's interests must remain above political differences.
"I have said more than once that we should move towards a Charter of Economy and a Charter of Democracy," the premier said while addressing a National Assembly session a day after the federal budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 was proposed.