ISLAMABAD, November 15, 2026: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has condemned government actions against Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), calling for political tolerance and respect for the opposition’s democratic role.
Bilawal expressed these concerns during a telephone conversation with JUI chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Sunday, in which the two leaders also discussed the country’s political situation.
The PPP chairman urged the government to avoid measures that could weaken democratic institutions and undermine the parliamentary system.
He stressed that political differences should be addressed through democratic engagement rather than actions directed against opposition parties.
Bilawal said the government must demonstrate tolerance towards criticism, emphasising that a responsible opposition was an essential part of parliamentary democracy.
He also called for respect for the opposition’s political role, saying political tolerance was necessary to strengthen democratic institutions and ensure the stability of the parliamentary system.
The conversation highlighted the PPP chairman’s concerns over the government’s approach towards JUI and the importance of maintaining democratic space for political parties.