Achievements

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Landmark contributions of the Pakistan Peoples Party to Pakistan's democracy, economy and federation.

1972

Simla Agreement

Negotiated the return of around 90,000 prisoners of war and captured territory after the 1971 war.

1972

Labour and land reforms

Expanded labour rights and introduced land reforms aimed at Pakistan's workers and landless farmers.

1973

The unanimous Constitution

Authored and passed the 1973 Constitution with the consensus of every party in parliament. It remains Pakistan's foundational law.

1973

Industrial backbone

Laid the foundations of Pakistan Steel Mills and Port Qasim, cornerstones of the country's heavy industry.

1974

Islamic Summit in Lahore

Brought the leaders of the Muslim world to Lahore for the second Islamic Summit Conference.

1976

Foundations of the nuclear programme

Initiated the scientific and industrial programme that would make Pakistan's defence self-reliant.

1988

First woman Prime Minister of the Muslim world

Benazir Bhutto's election broke a barrier for women across the Muslim world and beyond.

2008

Benazir Income Support Programme

Created Pakistan's largest social safety net, today supporting millions of families and recognised worldwide.

2009

7th NFC Award

Agreed a historic consensus formula giving the provinces a fairer share of national resources.

2010

The 18th Amendment

Restored the 1973 Constitution's parliamentary character and devolved real autonomy to the provinces.