QUETTA: The National Party, led by Dr Malik Baloch, has unveiled its election manifesto in an effort to appeal to voters.

The party’s manifesto, presented by Secretary General Jan Muhammad Buledi on Saturday, delves into 25 distinct political, social, and economic issues.

Mr Buledi said that the National Party’s manifesto addresses critical concerns such as enforced disappearances, the 18th Amendment, CPEC, political representation for the people of Balochistan, a charter of economy, border trade, minerals, industry, labour policy, student unions, and minority rights, among others.

The party document also covers topics like gender equality, child marriages, local government, fisheries and livestock, education, health, agriculture, irrigation, industry, social security, culture, and more.

Published in Dawn, January 21st, 2024

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