PM Shehbaz and President Zardari Review National Landscape

In a significant coordination meeting held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari met at the Aiwan-e-Sadr to take stock of Pakistan’s political, economic, and security trajectory.

The meeting, attended by senior cabinet members and advisors, signaled a unified front as the government prepares for a joint session of Parliament and high-stakes diplomatic visits.

Key Discussion Areas

1. Security & Counter-Terrorism

Amidst a rise in cross-border and “extra-regional” threats, the two leaders reaffirmed their resolve to eliminate terrorism.

• Joint Session Plans: Insiders suggest the government plans to convene a joint session of Parliament soon. This session will likely include a briefing from top military officials and a comprehensive debate on national security following the recent Islamabad blast.
• Operational Resolve: Both leaders reiterated that operations against foreign-backed terrorists and their facilitators will continue without compromise.

2. Economic Stability and Reforms

The discussion touched upon the country’s economic path, focusing on the ongoing reform programs and energy regulations.

• Net-Metering Dispute: Reports indicate that President Zardari and his team conveyed concerns to the Prime Minister regarding new net-metering regulations introduced by NEPRA, which have faced public and political backlash.
• International Investment: The PM briefed the President on his recent engagements, including efforts to attract Turkish investment into the agriculture and livestock sectors.

3. Regional & Global Environment

With PM Shehbaz scheduled to meet President Donald Trump next week for the Gaza Peace Board meeting, the leaders coordinated Pakistan’s diplomatic stance.

• Gaza Crisis: The Prime Minister apprised the President of his efforts to advocate for a permanent ceasefire and humanitarian corridors.
• Strategic Ties: The meeting also reviewed the broader regional dynamics involving Afghanistan and Iran.

List of Key Attendees

The high-level meeting featured a mix of legal, economic, and security heavyweights from the ruling coalition:

Significance of the Meeting

This consultative session is viewed as an effort to bolster the coalition bond between the PML-N and PPP. By addressing internal friction—such as the net-metering issue and legal reforms, before the PM’s Washington tour, the two parties are attempting to project a stable and unified governance model to both domestic audiences and international partners.

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