Twitter users including journalists praised Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s for his defence of Pakistan in response to the Indian anchor’s provocative questions during an interview with India Today.
Journalist Ashar Jawad? said, “Differences with PPP aside, I have said it before as well that both Zardari and Bilawal have a firm grip over geopolitics. Unlike the ruling industrialist party that has little concern for Pakistan’s regional strategic goals and concerns. Bas jee tijarat karen Punjab se Punjab.”
Columnist Nadeem Farooq Paracha? said, “Well said, @BBhuttoZardari. Excellent interview. You remain to be on the correct side of history.”
Journalist Fareeha Idrees tweeted, “Spoken like a true spokesman of Pakistan, three cheers for @BBhuttoZardari for a perfect interview.”
Journalist Ihtisham ul Haq? said, “Came across @BBhuttoZardari Interview to India television, Very mature & sharp answers”
Journalist Shahbaz Zahid said, “Quote of the day by @BBhuttoZardari
Host: But he (Modi) is winning election after election Bilawal…
BBZ: Fair enough, but is winning what’s important or doing the right thing.”
Journalist Shaheryar Mirza said, “I feel weird saying this but Bilawal spoke really well in his interview with an Indian journalist. Shades of Bibi.”
Anchor Zarrar Khuhro said, “Well played indeed. Love how the anchor just has to jump to modis defence.”
Former Punjab governor Salmaan Taseer’s son Shahbaz Taseer tweeted, “@BBhuttoZardari showing maturity beyond his years. I have to say @rahulkanwal this is even better than your interview with me! Very very proud of how this young man represents us! Fantastic interview
Actor Mahira Khan? tweeted, “@BBhuttoZardari spoke so well!! Felt proud watching this interview”
Twitter user Komal Qureshi said, “What an impressive and down to earth interview @BBhuttoZardari has given with clear message that we do NOT tolerate hate, bigotry, discrimination and extremism. I am so proud of you. Will fight for equality and justice till our last breath!”
Twitter user Fatima said, “Pleasantly surprised at @BBhuttoZardari interview to indian media. I’m sure now we all can see a little of Benazir’s wisdom and command over speech.”
Twitter user Imran Saeed said, “PTI wallas should not whine on @BBhuttoZardari interview. when U can’t respond on content U start abusing & talking other stuff. Let’s be fair, Oye type guys look good in Trump pic frame only.”
Published in Daily Times, January 28th 2018.
