ISLAMABAD: Adviser to the Prime Minister, Rana Sanaullah, said on Friday that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leaders have been advised to avoid making hostile or critical statements against the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).
Speaking to reporters, Sanaullah emphasized that both parties are coalition partners and should focus on maintaining political harmony rather than engaging in unnecessary verbal conflicts. He added that leadership within the PML-N has clearly instructed its members to act with restraint and avoid statements that could damage the alliance’s working relationship.
According to Sanaullah, such guidance is essential for ensuring stability within the government and for addressing key national issues collectively. “We have directed all party members to maintain discipline and avoid any remarks that could lead to misunderstandings between coalition partners,” he said.
The adviser noted that the federal government is currently focused on tackling economic challenges, implementing reforms, and strengthening institutions. In such a situation, he added, unity among allies is critical to sustaining political and administrative momentum.
Political observers believe the directive comes amid signs of growing tension between the PML-N and the PPP over various policy matters, including development projects and administrative decisions in Sindh and Punjab.
Sanaullah clarified that differences between coalition parties are natural but should be addressed through dialogue rather than through public criticism. “Healthy debate within a coalition is normal,” he said, “but we must ensure that it does not turn into hostility.”
The statement is seen as part of the government’s broader effort to project political stability at a time when opposition parties are questioning the unity of the ruling alliance.
Both the PPP and PML-N are key partners in the current federal setup, working together to implement reforms and navigate economic recovery challenges. Senior officials from both sides are expected to hold further consultations in the coming days to strengthen cooperation.
Earlier this week, three members of a peace committee were found dead in Bannu, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region and the need for political unity to confront such issues.
Sanaullah’s statement reinforces the government’s stance that coalition partners must prioritize governance, cooperation, and stability over confrontation, ensuring that the focus remains on national progress and public welfare.
