Bilawal Bhutto, Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party, stressed that Pakistan can act as a bridge between the US and China to strengthen the global partnership and spread peace and prosperity.

Pakistan’s role in Global Diplomacy:

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari says Pakistan can act as a bridge between China and the United States. He discussed Pakistan’s relations with China and the US, expectations from Donald Trump, ties with India and security challenges. He emphasised the global impact of US-China competition, saying, “Pakistan has always played the role of a bridge builder, not a divider.” He stressed that Pakistan wants to connect these two major powers.

Engaging with the United States:

Bilawal described former US President Donald Trump as a “deal maker.” He believed Pakistan could find common ground with the US on key regional issues, one major area being increasing engagement with India. He acknowledged that US support for India as a counterweight to China shifts the region’s balance of power. He warned that if the US boosts India’s role as a security provider, Pakistan will respond accordingly to maintain a strategic balance.

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Pakistan’s commitment to China and global partnerships:

Bilawal stressed Pakistan’s strong ties with China. He said, “China follows a stable and consistent trajectory.” He supported business and diplomatic relations with China but opposed isolation from the rest of the world. Former FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch confirmed that both US and Chinese ties remain crucial for Pakistan’s foreign policy.

Addressing security challenges:

Bilawal responded to US Vice President JD Vance’s remarks on leveraging military and economic power in talks with Russia. He said that the US always prioritises its interests. He criticised the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. He highlighted growing security threats from militant groups after the US exit from Afghanistan. In addition, he said, “Our biggest security challenges stem from Afghanistan, not Iran.”

The fight against terrorism:

Bilawal emphasised Pakistan’s past success in counterterrorism. He claimed, “Before Kabul fell, we dismantled militant groups more effectively than all of NATO in Afghanistan.” He also stated that Pakistan needs a unified political strategy to eliminate the risks of threats from the region.