ISLAMABAD: A delegation from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), led by its convener, Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad to discuss the upcoming federal budget and the broader political climate in Pakistan.

According to Radio Pakistan, the meeting was attended by Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal and Members of the National Assembly Farooq Sattar, Amin-ul-Haque, and Javed Hanif. Prime Minister Sharif emphasized the significance of MQM as a key coalition partner and lauded its role in promoting national development, economic stability, and public welfare.

The Prime Minister expressed his optimism about the continuation of this cooperative relationship, with a focus on serving the populace and safeguarding national interests. The discussions primarily centered on the Federal Budget for the upcoming fiscal year, while also addressing the overall political situation in the country.