He was addressing senior party leaders on Monday during an important huddle attended by Dr Muhammad Amjad, Mustafa Malik, Mehreen Malik Adam, Dr Raheem Awan, Anila Chaudhry, Atif Mughal, Rizwan Sadiq, and Chaudhry Jahangir.
Chaudhry Shujaat underscored the pride the nation holds for its military leadership, stating, “The Pakistani nation is proud of its brave forces and its commanders — Field Marshal Asim Munir, Air Chief Zaheer Ahmed Babar, and Naval Chief Naveed Ashraf.”
He stressed that political stability, economic prosperity, and national defense are interlinked, adding that economic independence is essential for a strong defense. “Like a solid wall (Bunyanum Marsoos), national leadership must come together for the country’s economic revival,” he said.
The PML-Q leader noted that Pakistan has emerged as a new regional power and it is now imperative for all stakeholders to work collectively to transform it into an economic force. He described the Pakistani people as a courageous and resilient nation that knows how to face challenges head-on.
Chaudhry Shujaat also highlighted the importance of focusing on the struggles of ordinary citizens. “The salaried class and the underprivileged deserve the attention of the national leadership,” he said, urging that the upcoming federal budget should be framed with the needs and expectations of the common man in mind.
The meeting concluded with a consensus to align the party’s messaging with national priorities, particularly in recognizing the armed forces’ contributions to the country’s stability and progress.