قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

Reviving spirit of 23rd  March 1940 ;essential to lead country on the path of development & progress says NA Speaker
Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani congratulated the nation on the eve  of Pakistan Day in their separate messages. They said that the day of 23rd March 1940 holds a unique significance in the history of the subcontinent.
Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said in his congratulatory message to the nation that 83 years ago today, the Muslims of South Asia under the leadership of Quaid-i-ezam Muhammad Ali Jinnah pledged to fight for a separate homeland for themselves in Lahore. They said that Pakistan resolution lead the Muslim nation towards new direction and gave inculcate in them enthusiasm to achieve freedom and independence.
National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Qaida-e-Azam followed principles peace and tolerance and love for humanity in letter and spirit which inspired not only to the Muslims of India but also other minorities living in the subcontinent.
Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf while paying tribute to the leadership of Quaid-i-Azam said that it was due to the wise and sagacious leadership of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and true dedication to achieve the goal that in a short period of only seven years after the  Pakistan Resolution, Muslims of this region succeeded to achieve freedom and independence. He said, "Through the struggle for peace, despite all the difficulties and sufferings, they succeeded in getting a separate homeland for themselves.
Speaker Raja Pervez  Ashraf said that Pakistan Day is the day of renewal of pledge of allegiance. He also said , "this was the day when as nation we we had  forgotten our differences and pledged to follow the guiding principles of the unity and belief of the Quaid-e-Azam for the development of the country. He said that today once again we need to revive the same commitment and spirit through which Pakistan was achieved. He said that in order to tackle the current challanges, we need to rise above political differences and adopt collective thinking for the country and the nation. He said that for the political and economic survival of Pakistan reviving the spirit of 23rd March is essential. All political stakeholders of the country should work hard to build consensus. He said that collective efforts have to be exerted  to deal with the challenges being faced by  the country. He said that the economic stability of the country is connected with political stability. He also said , Parliament is the only institution where resolution of all challanges be sought with mutual consensus."
The  speaker  said that the rolution of the conflicts in the world can only be possible through dialogue. He said that the Parliament of Pakistan  always emphasizes the need for dialogue to solve all the conflicts. He said that the issues of Kashmir, Palestine can only be resolved by following the  path of negotiations. He said that today we express solidarity with the sisters and brothers of Indian Illegally Occupied  Jummu and Kashmir where they are grappling  with  inhumane lockdown. He said that let's assure our  Kashmiris brothers and sisters that the Pakistani nation will always stand by their  side. He said that the Indian government, which is following  fascist ideology, is treating the minorities in India  inhumanely, due to which  Millions of Indian Muslims and other minorities, including Sikhs, are protesting and demanding their rights from the international community. He said that Muslims in Occupied Kashmir have been kept in the world's largest open prison since August 5, 2019, which is a humanitarian crisis. There is a serious violation of rights. He said that the international community should urgently resolve the Kashmir issue as It has to play its fair and impartial role according to the aspirations of the Kashmiri people and the resolutions of the United Nations Security Council.
Speaking about the professional capabilities of the armed forces, the Speaker National Assembly said that Pakistan's armed forces are among the best in the world. He said that Pakistani forces are resolved to eradicate terrorism along the country's borders as well as in the country. He said that the nation of Pakistan values high  the sacrifices rendered by its armed forces.
Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani said that the Pakistan Resolution breathed new life into the freedom movement and united Muslims on one platform to achieve a great goal. He expressed his determination that he will not hesitate to make any kind of sacrifice for the sake of building and developing the country. Referring to the country's defense institutions. He said that the sacrifices offered by Pakistan's armed forces and law enforcement agencies for the country's survival cannot be forgotten. There is determination to protect the cultural heritage and values. He said that in the light of the resolution, there was struggle by Muslim of subcontinent to have  economic, political and social independence in subcontinent.
 

Islamabad:20th March 2023: National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani express heartfelt greetings to the people of Iran and all those celebrating Nowruz, which marks the Persian New Year and the beginning of spring. This joyous occasion reminds us of the significance of hope and the importance of coming together in harmony and diversity.
As we celebrate Nowruz, we also commemorate the 76th year of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Iran. Iran was one of the first countries to recognize Pakistan's independence, and our two nations have enjoyed strong and enduring ties since then. The festival of Nowruz provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the values that bring us together and to reaffirm our commitment to fostering prosperity and solidarity between the two nations.
We hope that this year's Nowruz brings peace, happiness, and prosperity to all and that it serves as a reminder of the friendship and cooperation between the people of Pakistan and Iran.

 

 قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

  
“We need to develop efficient labour management and information systems to eliminate the gaps between our youth and enablers” – Hon. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, SAPM Youth Affairs

March 21st, 2023: SDGs Secretariat of the National Assembly organized an All Stakeholders Policy Dialogue in collaboration with British Council Pakistan on March 21st, 2023, at the Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services, Islamabad.

The event was organized to identify the needs, potential and aspirations of young people globally. The 2023 report desires to recognize and understand shifts in how young people in Pakistan view the post pandemic world in the present day.
The speakers at the event included Honorable Ms. Romina Khurshid Alam, Convener of the SDGs Task force / Special Assistant to PM, and Mr. Amir Ramzan, Country Director British Council Pakistan. The chief guest of the event was Hon. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, SAPM Youth Affairs.

During her keynote, Hon. Shaza Fatima Khawaja stated “The incumbent Government plans to reconnect with the 150 million population of Pakistan – the youth bulge – as they are the driving force of the entire 220 million population.” She also reiterated that “we need to develop efficient labour management and information systems to eliminate the structural issues and gaps between our youth and enablers. We also need to devise 5 years and 10 years management plans so the market forces and youth have a roadmap for constructive future.”

The highlight of this dialogue was the discussion of thematic sessions on, "Employment, Education and Engagement" which provided a platform to Parliamentarians, Government representatives, academia, research institutions, CSOs, youth organizations and practitioners who have interests in youth related policy topics. This event consulted these stakeholders and produced conclusive policy briefs for the Government to mainstream youth voices and their demands in policy making.

The dialogue served as yet another example of the SDGs Secretariat’s commitment to its ongoing efforts for youth empowerment, development and inclusivity.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that rising  Islamophobia is real danger to global harmony and to peace of the world. He said, "this day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address the rise of Islamophobia, a scourge that has affected millions of Muslims around the world. He also added, "It is our collective responsibility to stand in solidarity with those subjected to discrimination and take concrete actions to combat this phenomenon." He expressed these views on international day to combat Islamophobia across the world.
In their separate messages, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani expressed, " we firmly believe in the principles of tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and mutual respect. Our country has a rich history of diversity and pluralism, and we are proud of our traditions of interfaith harmony and understanding."
The Speaker and Deputy Speaker expressed solidarity with Muslim communities across the globe who have been subjected to hate speech, discrimination, and violence. They urged the international community to take robust measures to combat Islamophobia and to promote understanding, respect, and acceptance among different faiths and cultures.
It is pertinent to mention that the United Nations commemorated the first-ever International Day to Combat Islamophobia on March 10, 2023, with a special event in the General Assembly Hall, co-convened by Pakistan. They also resolved that this day offers an opportunity to renew commitment to render this world free from hatred and prejudice

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر زاہد اکرم درانی نے سینئر صحافی رانا عمران کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے رانا عمران کے اہلخانہ کے نام اپنے  علیحدہ علیحدہ تعزیتی پیغامات میں مرحوم کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔انہوں نے رانا عمران کی صحافتی خدمات کو خراج تحسین پیش کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ ان کی صحافت کے شعبے میں پیش کی جانے والی خدمات کو ہمیشہ یاد رکھا جائے گا۔انہوں نے کہا کہ رانا عمران کی اچانک وفات ان کے اہلخانہ کے لیے ناقابل تلافی نقصان ہے جسے تادیر پورا نہیں کیا جا سکتا۔

اسپیکر و ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے اللہ تعالیٰ سے مرحوم کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا کی۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے جمعرات کے روز پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی (پی پی پی ) بلوچستان کے صوبائی صدر میر چنگیز خان جمالی کے سربراہی وفد نے اسلام آباد میں ملاقات کی۔وفد میں میر چنگیز خان جمالی کے علاؤہ قاسم

 اچکزئی، عمران بنگزائی، میر خالد جوگیزائی اور غلام علی جمالی شامل تھے۔ ملاقات میں ملک کی مجموعی سیاسی صورتحال پر تبادلہ خیال کیا گیا۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی وفاق سمیت تمام صوبوں، آزاد کشمیر اور گلگت بلتستان کی نمائندہ جماعت ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز وہ واحد سیاسی جماعت ہے جسے ہر علاقے میں عوامی پزیرائی حاصل ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی کے بانی شہید ذوالفقار علی بھٹو اور شہید محترمہ بینظیر بھٹو کی سیاسی جدوجہد نے عوام کے دلوں میں جو محبت ڈالی ہے اسے کوئی طاقت ختم نہیں کر سکتی۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی نے ہر مشکل کا ڈٹ کر مقابلہ کیا ہے اور عوام میں رابطوں کو ہمیشہ بحال رکھا ہے جس کے نتیجے میں آج بھی ملک بھر کے عوام پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی کے نظریے کی قدر کرتے ہیں۔انہوں نے کہ کے پیپلز پارٹی نے متوسط طبقے کی جماعت ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی نے ہمیشہ بلوچستان کے حقوق کے تحفظ مسائل کے حل کی بات کی ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی کے چیئرمین بلاول بھٹو زرداری اور کو چیئرمین آصف علی زرداری بلوچستان کے عوام سے گہری وابستگی رکھتے ہیں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ بلوچستان میں پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی آئندہ حزب اقتدار کی جماعت ہو گی۔انہوں نے اس امید کا اظہار کیا کہ پیپلز پارٹی بلوچستان کے صدر میر چنگیز خان جمالی کے سربراہی میں بلوچستان میں پیپلز پارٹی مزید فعال ہو گی اور آمدہ الیکشن میں بھرپور کامیابی حاصل کرے گی۔انہوں نے کہا کہ چیئرمین بلاول بھٹو زرداری کو علاقائی اور عالمی فورمز پر بھرپور پزیرائی حاصل ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ سفارتی محاذ پر بلاول بھٹو زرداری نے پاکستان کے سفارتی تعلقات کو فروغ دینے میں اہم کردار ادا کیا ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان کے عوام ایک دور اندیش اور بالغ النظر سیاسی بصیرت کے حامل قیادت کے خواہاں ہیں جو ملک کو معاشی اور سیاسی بحرانوں سے نکالنے میں کردار ادا کر سکے۔ 

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے وفد کو بتایا کہ ان کے سربراہی میں بلوچستان کے مسائل کے حل کے لیے قائم خصوصی کمیٹی برائے بلوچستان فعال کردار ادا کر رہی ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ بلوچستان پاکستان کا اہم صوبہ ہے اس کے عوام کے مسائل کا حل اولین ترجیحات میں شامل ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ موجودہ حکومت بلوچستان کے مسائل کو ترجیح بنیادوں پر حل کرنے کے لیے خصوصی اقدامات اٹھا رہی ہے۔ 

 پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی بلوچستان کے سربراہ میر چنگیز خان جمالی کی سربراہی میں ملاقات میں موجود وفد نے اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کے تاثرات کو سراہ۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی سے بلوچستان کے عوام گہری وابستگی رکھتے ہیں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ شہید ذوالفقار علی بھٹو، شہید محترمہ بے نظیر بھٹو اور سابق صدر آصف علی زرداری نے ہمیشہ بلوچستان کے عوام کے حقوق کی بات کی ہے جس پر بلوچستان کے عوام ان کے مشکور ہیں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی بلوچستان، صوبے میں متحرک کردار ادا کر رہی ہے اور چیئرمین بلاول بھٹو زرداری اور کو چیئرمین آصف علی زرداری کے وژن کے مطابق صوبے میں آئندہ اپنی حکومت بنائے گی۔انہوں نے اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کو ایوان کی کارروائی کو غیر جانبداری سے چلانے اور ملک کے عوام کے مفاد میں ریکارڈ قانون سازی کرنے کے اقدام کو سراہا۔انہوں نے اس امید کا اظہار کیا کہ اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کی سربراہی میں صوبہ بلوچستان کے مسائل کے حل کے لیے قائم کمیٹی بلوچستان کی عوام کو ان کا حقوق دلوانے میں اہم کردار ادا کر گی۔

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Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that enhancing Parliament to Parliament contacts vital for deepening economic, political and cultural ties between Kosovo and Pakistan. He said ' establishing Parliamentary Friendship Groups between  Parliaments of Pakistan and Kosovo would lead ties between both nations to new heights of cooperation.He expressed these views during his meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to Pakistan H.E. Mr. Agon Vrenezi in Islamabad today.

The Speaker said that Pakistan values high its ties with Kosovo and despite the long distance between the two countries and the absence of Resident Missions, Pakistan and Kosovo people are  close at heart.During the meeting, the Speaker also outlined  the devastating impacts  of climate change on Pakistan, particularly the devastating floods of 2022.

H.E. Mr. Agon Vrenezi, Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to Pakistan, resident in Ankara,  expressed his gratitude to the Speaker for the warm reception. He shared that it was his first visit to Pakistan and that he found the capital to be a calm and beautiful place. He also noted  that Kosovo has a young and resilient population, and its current leadership is eager to establish linkages with other countries around the world.The Ambassador  expressed his appreciation for Pakistan being one of the first countries to recognize Kosovo's independence

پاکستان ٹیلی ویژن  اپنے ملازمین کو بجٹ سیشن کا اعزازیہ جلد ادا کرے۔
اسلام آباد( 13 مارچ 2023) سی ڈی اے سیکٹر ای-12 کے الاٹیوں کو جلد پلاٹ دے۔اِن خیالات کا اظہار مجلسِ قائمہ برائے حکومتی یقین دہانیاں کے اجلاس میں کیا گیا۔ مجلسِ قائمہ کو بتایا گیا کہ 35 سال سے زیادہ عرصہ ہوچکا ہے مگر سابقہ سرکاری ملازمین سے پلاٹوں کی رقوم لے لینے کے باوجود سی ڈی اے نے ابھی تک الاٹیوں کو سیکٹر ای-12 میں پلاٹس الاٹ نہیں کیے۔ سی ڈی اے کے عملہ نے بتایا کہ 2020ء میں سیکٹر ای-12 میں ترقیاتی کام شروع کر دیا  گیاتھا مگر قبضہ مافیا نے سیکٹر کی اکثر زمین پر ناجائز قبضہ کر رکھا ہے اور وہ  ٹھیکیدار  کو کام نہیں کرنے دیتے۔ مجلسِ قائمہ نے پوچھا کہ اگر قبضہ مافیا پہلے ہی ایک جگہ پر قابض تھا تو اُس جگہ کی ترقی کا ٹھیکہ کیسے دے دیا گیا؟ مجلس ِ قائمہ نے قرار دیا کہ بادی النظر میں یوں محسوس ہوتا ہے کہ سی ڈی اے کے افسران  ابتدائی طور پر ملی بھگت سے سستے داموں ٹھیکہ دے دیتے ہیں اور اُس کے بعد ناجائز قابضین کا سہارا لے کر ترقیاتی منصوبے پر نظر ثانی کرکے ٹھیکہ کے نرخ بڑھا دیئے جاتے ہیں اور اِس طرح عوام کے مفادات کو نقصان پہنچایا جاتا ہے۔ لہٰذا مجلسِ قائمہ نے ہدایت کی کہ سی ڈی اے جلد از جلد سیکٹر ای-12 کے ترقیاتی کام کو مکمل کرے اور جلد از جلدالاٹیوں کو پلاٹس حوالے کیے جائیں۔ مجلسِ قائمہ کو بتایا گیا کہ پولیس، پی ٹی وی اور ریڈیو پاکستان اور کچھ دیگر اداروں  نے ابھی تک اپنے کچھ ملازمین کو بجٹ 23-2022ء کا اعزازیہ ادا نہیں کیا۔ وزارتِ  اطلاعات و نشریات کے نمائندہ نے بتایا کہ پریس انفارمیشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ نے اعزازیہ دے دیا ہے۔ تاہم پی ٹی وی نے ابھی تک اعزازیہ نہیں دیا۔ کیونکہ اُ ن کی لسٹیں وزارتِ خزانہ کو بھیجی جارہی ہیں جو فنڈز جاری کریں گے۔  مجلسِ قائمہ نے سخت ردِ عمل ظاہر کرتے ہوئے ہدایت کی کہ پی ٹی وی اپنے ذاتی وسائل سے متعلقہ ملازمین کو جلد اعزازیہ ادا کرے۔  نیز مجلسِ قائمہ نے  اعزازیہ کی ادائیگی پر عمل درآمد کرانے کے لیے اور سی ڈی اے کی  کارکردگی خصوصاً پارلیمنٹ لاجز کی صفائی ستھرائی اور تعمیر و مرمت کا جائزہ لینے کے لیے ایک چار رُکنی ذیلی کمیٹی بنائی جس کے سربراہ  عزت مآب سید جاوید حسنین شاہ، ایم این اے ہوں گے۔ جبکہ ذیلی کمیٹی میں عزت مآب سید جاوید علی شاہ جیلانی، ایم این اے عفت مآب شگفتہ جمانی، ایم این اے اور  عفت مآب سائرہ بانو، ایم این اے بطور  ممبر شامل ہونگے۔
مجلس قائمہ کے اجلاس کی صدارت، چیئرمین  جناب محمد افضل کھوکھر  نے کی، جبکہ ممبران مجلس قائمہ برائے  حکومتی یقین دہانیاں  جناب چوہدری ارمغان سبحانی، جناب عثمان ابراہیم، جناب سید جاوید حسنین، جناب سید جاوید علی شاہ جیلانی،  محترمہ شگفتہ جمانی، محترمہ شہناز نصیر بلوچ اور محترمہ سائرہ بانو کے علاوہ نے شرکت کی ۔  اجلاس میں وزارتِ پارلیمانی اُمور،  سی ڈی اے، وزارتِ داخلہ، وزارت خزانہ ، وزارتِ اطلاعات  و نشریات اور دیگر اداروں کے اعلیٰ سول افسران نے بھی شرکت کی۔ 

Constitution guarantees provision of all fundamental rights to women: Dr Shahida Rehmani Secretary WPC
Islamabad: March 8, 2023; National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf addressed the "International Women's Day Celebration Event" organized by the Women's Parliamentary Caucus in Islamabad today. He extended heartfelt greetings to all women of Pakistan on this auspicious day.
While addressing the event, the Speaker paid tribute to the resilient women of Pakistan who played a pertinent role in the Pakistan Movement. He added that he is proud of the fact that his political upbringing was done by the first female Prime Minister, Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.
The Speaker stressed that the progress of Pakistan is linked with women's empowerment. He applauded the trailblazing women creating history in all walks of life. He also said, "The society in which the rights of women are protected is the society that develops."
Speaker NA added, "It is the Pakistan People's Party which has played the most important role in empowering women.” He also expressed that Pakistani women have made their mark with their commendable contributions in every field, as the struggle of Ms. Fatima Jinnah and Shaheed Benazir Bhutto is a torch for women around the world. He expressed, "Shaheed Benazir Bhutto bravely fought two dictators to restore democracy in the country." The first woman prime minister, first woman speaker, and minister of information and broadcasting of the Islamic world belonged to the Pakistan People's Party, as women in our Parliament are playing a pivotal important role." The honor and respect of women is the honor and respect of all of us," NA Speaker remarked. He applauded Secretary WPC Ms. Shahida Rehmani and her team for organising the event.
Secretary WPC Dr Shahida Rehmani also addressed the event. In her welcome address, she stated that Benazir Bhutto, Fatima Jinnah, and Kulsoom Nawaz are role models for all women for their struggle for democracy. She remarked that UN’s theme for 2023 “DigitAll” is pertinent for Pakistan’s progress. She added "Pakistan’s constitution provides equal rights to all."
Federal Minister of Climate Change Ms Sherry Rehman congratulated all women on International Women’s Day and thanked allies for their support. She appreciated WPC for the role it plays in supporting women Parliamentarians irrespective of party lines. She added that women contribute the most to Pakistan’s economy in all sectors and their contributions should be acknowledged.
 

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Collective efforts of Academia and Agricultural scientists; essential for effectively tackling climate-related vulnerabilities says NA Speaker

Islamabad: 7th March 2023; While talking to Media Representatives on the sideline of event " Policy Dialogue on Climate Smart Agriculture and Food Security: Challenges and Way forward for Pakistan" organized by PIPS in collocation with Syngenta in Islamabad today, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that elections across the country should be on the same day and Parliament is ready to play its role in this regard. He said, "Parliament is the only place where the struggle for democracy would succeed." He also said that consensus and dialogue is the only option for all political parties to lead the country out of socioeconomic challenges and Parliament is ready to develop consensus and dialogue among all political stakeholders in this perspective. He also said that holding elections is the shared responsibility of three stakeholders i.e. ECP, incumbent government, and all political parties and these three stakeholders should develop consensus in this regard.

In a response to another query from a journalist regarding the hike in support prices of wheat for farmers, he said that the cost of agricultural inputs needs to be rationalized to control this trend.

Earlier, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf said that Pakistan is the least contributor to global warming but the worst affectee of the global climate challenge. He said that climate change, food security, and sustainable agriculture are strongly interlinked. He also said that Pakistan has been facing severe impacts of climate change like drought, forest fires, and recent devastating floods.  

The Speaker said, "Pakistani nation has been successfully grappling with these challenges and will emerge victorious out of present challenges." Furthermore, he also praised the role and support of academia and intelligentsia in upgrading policy options.
 
Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan is a blessed state with all human resources and natural blessings. He said that the Pakistani diaspora is playing a pivotal role in finding new ways of transforming agriculture as per climate change. He said that these are our agriculture scientists who can invent new seeds and new techniques for growing agricultural production. "Parliament performs a critical role in a democratic society as the institution that represents and aggregates citizen interests in the drafting and scrutiny of legislation and oversight of the executive branch. Parliamentarians are uniquely placed to ensure the effective ratification of international climate change treaties and implementation of the Paris Agreement'' said Speaker NA

Ms. Shahida Rehmani General Secretary Women Parliamentary Caucus was also present on the occasion.

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Access to Digitalization; key to empower women says NA Speaker

Committed to protecting Women's rights & ensuring their equal participation in all spheres of life: NA Speaker & Deputy Speaker’s Message

Islamabad: 7th March 2023; National Assembly Speaker and Deputy Speaker emphasized the need to uphold women's rights for the establishment of a prosperous and progressive Pakistan. In their separate messages on the eve of International Women’s Day, which is observed on 8th March every year worldwide, they highlighted the role of women. particularly women parliamentarians who play an important role in shaping policies and legislation of the country.

The Speaker noted that International Women’s Day serves as a reminder to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of women and recognize their invaluable contributions to society. He stressed the need to include women in the mainstream and provide them with safer environments to encourage maximum participation in all spheres of life. The Speaker also called for joint efforts from all stakeholders to protect women's rights and legislate on the issues of discrimination and violence against women.

The Speaker also stressed the 2023 theme for International Women's Day "DigitAll," which indicates the critical role of innovation and technology in promoting gender equality and empowering women worldwide. He stressed that digital solutions could address unique challenges faced by women, especially in the health and education sectors and could also contribute to bridging the gap between genders. He highlighted the importance of empowering women financially and making Pakistan a place where women have equal opportunities and access to resources.

In his statement, Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani underscored the provision of equal rights and unparalleled respect for women in Islam. He acknowledged that women are making positive contributions to the development of the country in different walks of life and highlighted Parliament's commitment to introduce women-friendly legislation that could resolve the challenges faced by women.

The Speaker and Deputy Speaker said that the Women Parliamentarians of Pakistan have demonstrated remarkable leadership, resilience, and commitment to public service, and have made significant contributions to advancing women's rights and gender equality in Pakistan. The Speaker expressed pride in the fact that Benazir Bhutto was the first female Prime Minister of the Muslim world. He acknowledged her legacy as a trailblazer for women's rights and democracy in Pakistan and highlighted her contributions to the country and democracy that shall always be remembered.

اسپیکر و ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کی قوم سے اس مبارک رات میں ملک کو درپیش بحرانوں سے نکالنے کے لیے خصوصی دعائیں کی اپیل

اسلام آباد، 7 مارچ 2023: سپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی سپیکر قومی اسمبلی زاہد اکرم درانی نے کہا ہے کہ شب برات انسان کو اپنے رب کے قریب ہونے اور اپنے گناہوں کی مغفرت طلب کرنے کا موقع فراہم کرتی ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ اس رات لوگ اللہ تعالٰی کی عبادت کے ذریعے اپنے رب کا قرب حاصل کرتے ہیں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ پوری قوم اس رات اللہ تعالٰی سے ملک کو درپیش بحرانوں سے نمٹنے کی دعا کرے۔ ان خیالات کا اظہار انہوں نے شب برات کے موقع پر پر اپنے جاری پیغام میں کیا جو آج رات پورے ملک میں نہایت عقیدت و احترام سے منائی جا رہی ہے۔

سپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا کہ شب برات ہمیں یہ پیغام دیتی ہے کہ انسان کو ہمیشہ توحید پر قائم رہ کر اپنے رب سے اپنے گناہوں کی مغفرت طلب کرنا چاہیے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ اللہ تعالٰی اپنے بندوں سے 70 ماؤں سے زیادہ پیار کرتا ہے اور انہیں اپنے گناہوں سے توبہ استغفار کرنے کا پورہ موقع فراہم کرتا ہے۔

اس موقع پر ڈپٹی سپیکر زاہد اکرم درانی نے کہا کہ شب برات وہ رات ہے جو انسان کو اللہ تعالیٰ سے قرب حاصل کرنے کا حسین موقع فراہم کرتی ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ اسلام کی بنیادی تعلیمات کو اپنا کر ہم دنیا و آخرت میں کامیابی حاصل کر سکتے ہیں۔ انہوں نے پاکستانی قوم سے ملک کو درپیش چیلینجز سے با حفاظت نکلنے کی خصوصی دعاؤں کی اپیل کی۔

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf  wishes best to all those celebrating the Holi across the world, and all Hindu communities in Pakistan.

He stated that Holi is a festival of colors and love that symbolizes the defeat of evil and the victory of good. He said such festivals promote brotherhood in society.

Speaker NA said that the Hindu community is part of Pakistan and services of this community to the country and nation are glorious and highly appreciated. He said that the constitution of 1973 ensures equal rights to minorities including the Hindu community in Pakistan. Speaker NA stated that the vertical white stripe in the flag of Pakistan is representing religious minorities.

He further stated that Pakistan Peoples Party always protected the rights of minorities and gave them equivalent chance to emerge in society.

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NA Speaker & Deputy Speaker condemn Attack on Balochistan Constabulary

Islamabad: 6th March 2023; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf, and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Balochistan Constabulary's van in Bolan.

While expressing deep sorrow and grief over this tragic incident, the Speaker and Deputy Speaker offered prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured. They also paid homage to the brave souls who sacrificed their lives in defense of the country.

"The cowardly acts of terrorists cannot shake the spirit of security forces against terrorism," said the Speaker of the National Assembly. The nation stands united in condemning such heinous acts and remains committed to eradicating the menace of terrorism from its roots.

Speaker and Deputy Speaker National Assembly prayed to Allah Almighty to raise the ranks of the martyrs and give patience to the families to bear this irreparable loss.

Islamabad: 5th March 2023; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf & Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani strongly condemned Bannu bomb blast. They said that terrorist would never be able  to succeed in their nefarious agenda of destroying  peace in Pakistan. They also said that Pakistani nation and its Armed forces are resolute and determined to uproot this menace. They said that sacrifices rendered by common people in war against terrorism would ever be remembered.

They also expressed their grief over the loss of innocent students'lifes in an unfortunate bus accident at Chilas.They prayed for departed souls in both incidents and they also prayed for early recovery of injured. They prayed to Allah Almighty for granting patience to bereaved families.

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Message of Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani on the occasion of Baloch Culture Day

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani congratulated the Baloch community on Baloch Culture Day. They asserted that the Baloch community celebrates a diverse and rich history embedded in rich traditions, beliefs, and customs. They recognized the Baloch Culture Day as an event to highlight and celebrate the cultural diversity Pakistan offers.

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Resolving challenges faced by women: priority of incumbent government: NA Speaker

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that women are part and parcel for socioeconomic development of the country. He said that the constitution guarantees provision of all fundamental rights to each Pakistani woman. He also said that women inclusive economic policies would ensure women empowerment in the country. He expressed these views during his meeting with UN Women country Representative Ms. Sharmeela Rasool in Parliament House today.
National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf also stressed on the need to provide education, health and economic opportunities to all women. He said that CNIC is the basic right of identity and he would meet Chairman NADRA for eliminate all hurdles for issuing CNIC for women, especially those who belong to far-flung areas.
Member National Assembly Wajiha Qamar was also present in the meeting. She said that the Women Parliamentary Caucus (WPC)  is playing an important role in ensuring women-friendly legislation. She also said that WPC would issue a consensus-based Manifesto for ensuring the provision of basic fundamental rights to all women.
UN Women Country Representative Ms. Sharmeela Rasool appreciated National Assembly Speaker's vision for ensuring women-inclusive policies. She also appreciated the role played by WPC in ensuring women-friendly legislation. She said that the UN in Pakistan would keep on supporting Pakistani women, especially in the domain of employment and economic independence.
 

Hungary offering largest number of Higher Education Scholarships to Pakistani students says Ambassador of Hungary in Pakistan

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that it is an era of Parliaments and people-to-people contacts. He said that enhancing parliamentary diplomacy is key to further strengthening ties among nations. He said that both Pakistan and Hungary enjoy cordial relations which can be further strengthened by enhancing parliament-to-parliament contacts. He expressed these views while chairing a meeting of the Pak-Hungary Friendship group today at Parliament House Islamabad. Hungarian Ambassador to Pakistan H.E Mr. Béla Fazekas was also present in the meeting.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf stated that Pakistan deeply values its ties with Hungary both bilaterally and in the European Union. He said that Pakistan appreciates Hungary`s support to Pakistan at multilateral forums. He said that the establishment of Parliamentary friendship group between the parliaments of both countries was an important development. He also appreciated the initiative of the Hungarian Government to provide largest number of higher education scholarships to Pakistani youth. He stressed on Pakistani youth to fully utilize this opportunity.  

While welcoming participants, Convener of the PFG Mehnaz Akber Aziz, apprised about pivotal role played by the PFG to promote bilateral and parliamentary relations. She also shared that efforts were underway to create Air link and expand cooperation in socio-economic sector between both countries.

Hungarian Ambassador to Pakistan H.E Mr. Béla Fazekas said that both Hungary and Pakistan share a long history of friendly ties. He also said that the recent visit of Pakistan Foreign Minister Mr. Bilawal Bhutto to Hungary is a historic event as he has been the first Pakistani Foreign Minister who visited Hungary during the last forty years. He also expressed his hope that Hungary would continue to support Pakistani youth for the provision of international standard education. He said that Hungary is also enriched in Islamic culture and monuments.

Members National Assembly  Makhdoom Syed Sami Ul Hassan Gillani,  Syed Javed Hasnain, Ms. Naz Baloch, Mr. Naveed Aamir Jeeva, Ms. Javeria Zafar Aheer , Dr. Shazia Sobia Aslam, Ms. Shamim Ara were also present in the meeting of Pak-Hungarian PFG.
 

NA Speaker invited all political parties for dialogue on economic progress of the country

Business community needs to be taken on board while formulating economic policy: President Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Islamabad: 28th February 2023; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that consensus among all political parties is key to steer the country out of economic challenges. He said that political stability is vital for economic stability. He also said that the business community is also facing challenges on diverse fronts but soon with unity and togetherness Pakistani nation would be able to overcome economic challenges. He expressed these views while addressing the event " Business Role Model Awards" organized by  the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Islamabad today.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez has said that all nations passed through difficult times especially economic instability has been a central issue for all nations. He said that Pakistani nation is resilient enough to tackle this tough time. He also said that the Business community has been at the forefront to support the country and he also said that it is the trust of the business community which is capable to lead the country and that business community has been pivotal for  the improvement of industry. Speaker National Assembly also applauded the role of  the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in resolving challenges faced by business community.

Mr. Zafar Bakhtawari, Ex-President chamber of commerce and Industry Islamabad expressed his gratitude to Speaker National Assembly for gracing this event. He also said that it is very important that the business community be taken on board while formulating economic and trade policies. He reiterated that that business community would continue to play expected role in improving business and for the progress of the country. He said that chamber of commerce is ready to facilitate dialogue on economy among all political stakeholders.

PTI delegation led by Former chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar called on NA Speaker

Islamabad: 27th February 2023; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has reiterated that PTI members resignations were accepted strictly in accordance with Constitution and  Rules of  Business of  National Assembly of Pakistan. He also said  that the very process of acceptance of PTI members'resignation was started after meeting with PTI Delegation led by former PTI  Speaker National Assembly Mr.Asad Qaiser and former PTI chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar. He expressed these views during his meeting with PTI delegation led by Former Chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar in connection with matter of PTI members' resignation in Parliament House today.

While discussing the matter of acceptance of PTI members' resignation  and their demand of seats of Leader of Opposition and Chairman PAC ,  Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf informed the delegation that each PTI member was  written separately for individual verification of their resignations time and again but not a single members appeared before him.  In response to demand of PTI delegation to reverse the decision of acceptance of  PTI members resignations, the Speaker also informed that the process of acceptance of resignations was started after his meeting with PTI delegation led by both former PTI speaker Asad Qaiser and Former Chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar as they demanded acceptance of their resignations forthwith. However, The  Speaker assured that their request for reversing the decision would be put forth before legal team of National Assembly Secretariat and they will be informed accordingly. While welcoming the PTI delegation,the Speaker also said that resolution of  all challenges is possible only through dialogue.he also said being custodian of the august House he is bound to take decisions as per Constitution, laws and rules.

Speaker National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani have strongly condemned the bomb blast in district Barkhan and the remote control bomb blast in District Khuzdar Balochistan. They said that such cowardly attacks would not diminish the nation's resolve to eliminate terrorism and extremism from the soil of the country. They also said that such elements would never be allowed to deviate Pakistan from the path of progress and development. They also said that sacrifices rendered by security forces personnel and common people would remain alive and steer the country out of this menace.

In their separate messages, NA Speaker and Deputy Speaker prayed that those who lost their lives may have eternal peace and solace in the hereafter. They also prayed for grant of peace and patience to bereaved families and early recovery of injured individuals.

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Skilled Overseas Pakistanis: pivotal for Socio-economic development of the Country says NA speaker.

Islamabad: 21st February 2023;  Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that the role of overseas Pakistanis in the socio-economic development of the country is pivotal. He appreciated the hard work and dedication of overseas Pakistanis who are playing important role to keep the country intact on the path of development and progress. He expressed these views during his meeting with delegation of Overseas Pakistanis led by
Mr. Sajid Hussain Turi, Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development in Islamabad today.

While appreciating the contribution of overseas Pakistanis, he said that the incumbent Parliament is taking all measures for welfare of overseas Pakistanis. He also said that incentivizing skilled Labour force to work in other countries would not only contribute to Socio-economic development of the host countries but also for Pakistan. He stressed the need to provide opportunities for learning skills especially in the field of modern technology so that they can find suitable jobs in foreign countries.

The Speaker also said that resolving issues of overseas Pakistanis have been the priority of incumbent Parliament. He also said that remittances sent by overseas Pakistani bring economic stability to the country.

Mr.Sajid Hussain Turi, Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development has appreciated the concern and support of Speakers National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf for the welfare of Overseas Pakistanis. He also briefed about important initiatives of government for facilitation of overseas Pakistanis. He also briefed the participants about initiatives of government to enhance skilled labor force. He said that incumbent government would continue to strive hard for facilitating and resolving the challenges faced by overseas Pakistanis.

The delegation of Overseas Pakistanis comprised of Mr. Shaoquett Moselamane, Dr. Muhammad Shahbaz Ch.Rana Iftikhar, Mr. Nadeem Ahmad.

Convener Pakistan- Iraq  Parliamentary Friendship Group, Ms. Shagufta Jumani and the H.E Mr.Hamid Abbas Lafta, the Ambassador of Iraq to Pakistan discussing ways and means to enhance Bilateral Cooperation between Iraq and Pakistan

Monday, 20th February 2023: Convener Pakistan- Iraq  Parliamentary Friendship Group, Ms. Shagufta Jumani , MNA, met with the H.E Mr.Hamid Abbas Lafta, the Ambassador of Iraq to Pakistan at the Embassy of Iraq, Islamabad.

Ms. Shagufta Jumani reaffirmed to continue collaborating closely to further strengthen bilateral ties. She said that the long-standing ties of cooperation between the two countries rooted deep in shared faith, common values and cultural affinities; and reiterated the desire to further boost the bilateral relations in all fields.

She stressed the need for bolstering ties and called for unity amongst the Muslim states.

Matters pertaining to Pakistani Zaireen visiting Iraq and people-to-people contact between the two countries also came under discussion.

While appreciating the measures taken by the Iraqi government for the well-being of the Zaireen, the Convener requested for further facilitation in visas and travel, particularly during Ashura Muharram and Arbaeen.

The Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq stated that such meetings could play a pivotal role in promoting Parliamentary diplomacy, people to people contacts and promoting Parliamentary relations through parliamentary exchanges.

Both sides agreed to focus on strengthening bilateral institutional collaboration; enhance frequency of exchange of delegations further increasing high level contacts.

Islamabad February 15, 2023: Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination has asked the Ministry and the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to look into the rationalisation of fee structure for medical and dental studies. The Committee also directed for looking into the prospects of increase in seats in public sector Medical Institutions for encouraging students to pursue their medical studies within the country instead of going abroad specially in central Asian states. The Committee met under the chairmanship of Dr. Muhammad Afzal Khan Dhandla, MNA in Parliament House this morning.

The Committee while examining the details of scholarships offered by PMDC to medical students inland and abroad, observed that the students in absence of seats in the public sector universities and huge fee structure of private medical institutions, proceeded abroad spending substantial amount of foreign exchange. The Chairman quoting the pathetic state of students pursuing their studies in central Asian states said that he was privy to state of some students who were subject to exploitation by the agents and the foreign medical institutions. He suggested for rationalising the fee structure of private medical  institutions in the country which were presently charging huge amounts on that account. The Committee also sought a report on irregularities in current medical admissions.

The Special Secretary of the Ministry and Registrar of PMDC assured the Committee of presenting a report in this regard in next meeting of the Committee. The Registrar apprised that the PMDC had awarded 301 scholarships to students and the scheme had been discontinued on objection of Audit department on the pretext of being out of scope of the PMDC.

The Committee after a briefing on Liver transplant in Pakistan sought a draft legislation from the Ministry on SWAP law which was already in vogue in provinces. The Special Secretary apprised the Committee that liver transplant was started in PIMS Islamabad in year 2010 and funds to the tune of Rs.233 million were allocated in 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 and were utilised on civil works and procurement of equipment and hiring of staff and operational expenditure. He further apprised that the one transplant operation was carried out which was not successful and was later discontinued due to non availability of proper infrastructure and professional Human Resources.

The Committee pended discussion on PSDP proposals of the Ministry for its next meeting. The Committee directed Ministry to prepare a proper presentation in that regard with complete information. The Committee also sought details of funds allocated for Autism and Basic Health Units in Islamabad Capital Territory. The Committee also expressed its displeasure on absence of Minister and the Secretary of the Ministry directing both to attend the next meeting.

The meeting was attended by MNAs Dr. Samina, Matloob, Ms. Zahra Wadood Fatehmi, Dr. Darshan, Dr. Zulfiqar Ahmad Bhatti, Ms. Shamsun Nisa, Dr. Shazia Sobia Aslam Soomro, Mr. Ramesh Lal, Mr. Nasir Khan Musazai, Special Secretary M/o NHSR&C, Executive Director PIMS & Poly Clinic and other senior officers of the Ministry.

اسلام اباد، 15 فروری، 2023؛سپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے بدھ کے روز پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں سابق صدر چیمبر آف کامرس ظفر بختاوری کی سربراہی میں اسلام آباد اور چکوال چیمبر آف کامرس اینڈ انڈسٹری کے ممبران کے وفد نے ملاقات کی۔ملاقات میں اسلام آباد اور چکوال میں انڈسٹری سے وابستہ معاملات اور دیگر ملکی معاشی صورتحال کو زیر بحث لایا گیا۔ اسپیکر نے معاشی سرگرمیوں کو فروغ دینے کے لیے کاروباری برادری کی کاوشوں کو سراہا اور انہیں درپیش مسائل کے حل کے لیے ہر ممکن تعاون کی یقین دہانی کرائی تاکہ کاروباری برادری کو معاشی سرگرمیوں کو فروغ دینے میں سہولت فراہم ہوسکے۔

ملاقات میں چکوال اور گوجر خان میں انڈسٹریل اسٹیٹ کے  قیام کے حوالے سے بھی بات ہوئی۔چکوال چیمبر آف کامرس کے صدر نے چکوال اور گوجر خان میں انڈسٹریل اسٹیٹ کے قیام کی ضرورت پر زور دیتے ہوئے کہا کہ چکوال اور گوجر میں انڈسٹریل اسٹیٹ کے قیام سے علاقے میں روزگار کے مواقع پیدا ہونگے اور عوام کا معیار زندگی بلند ہو گا۔

اسپیکر نے چکوال چیمبر آف کامرس کے صدر کی تجویز سے اتفاق کرتے ہوئے انڈسٹریل اسٹیٹ کے قیام کے لیے ترجیح بنیادوں پر اقدامات اٹھانے کی ضرورت پر زور دیا اور اس سلسلے میں اپنے ہر ممکن تعاون کا یقین دلایا۔

چیمبر آف کامرس کے وفد کی جانب سے اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کو اسلام آباد میں بزنس ایکسیلینٹ ایوارڈ کی تقریب میں بطور مہمان خصوصی شرکت کی دعوت بھی دی گئی جو رواں ماہ اسلام آباد میں منعقد ہو گا۔

Pakistan and Cote D'Ivoire vow to strengthen ties through parliamentary cooperation

•    Pakistan and Ivory Coast Speakers sign MoU to expand parliamentary cooperation

•    Pakistan-Cote D'Ivoire establishes Parliamentary Friendship Group

On February 14, 2023, in Islamabad: The Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Raja Pervez Ashraf, has stated that Pakistan views Côte d'Ivoire as a significant ally on the African continent and will make every effort to further solidify friendly ties between the two nations. He made these comments during a meeting with the Cote d'Ivoire parliamentary delegation led by Mr. Bictago Adama, Speaker of the Ivory Coast's National Assembly, which is in Pakistan on its maiden visit.

The Speaker emphasized that parliamentary diplomacy plays a key role in fostering relations between the nations, and both Pakistan and Cote D'Ivoire needs to effectively utilize this conduit to improve collaboration. He suggested creating a parliamentary friendship group and signing the Memorandum of Understanding as these measures would help to formally engage with each other on a regular basis.

The Ivorian Speaker approved the recommendations and expressed his appreciation. He also conveyed gratitude to Raja Pervez Ashraf and noted that Pakistan and Côte d'Ivoire have a close friendship, which would be further strengthened by this visit. Both sides also agreed to enhance cooperation in the fields of agriculture, trade, and investment as well as the promotion of people-to-people contacts.

The visitors had a full day at the Parliament in addition to their meeting with the Speaker of the National Assembly. Speaker H.E. Mr. Adama Bictogo signed an agreement to promote inter-parliamentary collaboration, planted a sapling, and the delegation took a tour of the building while learning about the history and procedures of the institution.

Constitution of Pakistan guarantees equal rights for all, Speaker NA
The UK-based  All Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) on Freedom of Religion or Belief called on Speaker of National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House, today. Issues related to religious intolerance, interfaith harmony and human rights violations particularly in Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) came under discussion.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf said Pakistan always adopted a constructive approach toward the rights of all citizens including minorities. He said that the Constitution of Pakistan guarantees equal rights for all. He said Pakistan is deeply concerned about the surge in religious intolerance particularly incidents of desecration of Holy Quran were very unfortunate and highly condemnable. Also, human rights violations in IIOJK are extremely disappointing and needs immediate global attention.
Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said  that minorities have been  playing a productive role in the national development of the country. He apprised the audience that National Assembly and Provincial Assemblies have reserved seats for minorities. He further said that Pakistan has a Ministry for Religious Affairs and Inter-faith Harmony which works proactively to ensure that the interests and rights of every citizen including minorities are protected as per the Constitution.
The APPGs delegation thanked the Speaker National Assembly for the warm reception and appreciated Pakistan's efforts toward promoting global peace and harmony. They supported Pakistan's stance on the Kashmir issue & assured that APPG will continue to make efforts in this regard. They assured that as representative of the Muslim community in the U.K., APPG will play its role to promote religious tolerance and build a soft image of Muslims around the world.

Islamabad: Honorable Raja Pervez Ashraf, Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan has said that empowering women in leadership roles is not only a matter of fairness and justice, it is also a matter of urgency and necessity. Women bring unique perspectives and skills to the table, and their full participation in leadership positions is crucial for the progress and development of our country. He made these remarks, today, while, addressing the National Convention of Women Parliamentarians at the Pakistan National Council  of Arts. The event was organized by the Women Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) of the National Assembly and was attended by esteemed parliamentarians, government dignitaries, and members of the civil society from all over the country.

Mr. Pervez underscored that it is our responsibility to create a more inclusive and equitable society, where women have equal opportunities and the support they need to succeed in leadership positions. Let us continue to work together to make this vision a reality, for the benefit of all our citizens in line with the vision of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, who was a true leader of people and epitome of: women empowerment; hope of the hopeless; and a motivation to continue moving forward despite all odds and hardships.

The Speaker also  praised the efforts of Ms. Shahida Rehmani, Secretary of WPC, who has been dedicated towards promoting women rights and highlighting their contributions on national and international forums.  He said, "Ms. Rehmani's tireless efforts to advance the cause of women is an inspiration to us all. Her dedication to ensuring that women's voices are heard and their contributions recognized is truly commendable, and I would like to express my sincere gratitude for her leadership."

Ms. Rehmani echoed the sentiment expressed by the Speaker, adding, "Women have long been underrepresented in leadership positions, and it is imperative that we continue our efforts to change that. We must work together to break down the barriers that prevent women from reaching their full potential in all spheres of life, including politics and governance."

The convention provided a platform for discussions and exchanges of ideas on how best to support and empower women in leadership roles, and the Speaker and Ms. Rehmani expressed their hope that the outcomes of the event would lead to concrete action towards that end.

 National Assembly Secretariat
Directorate of Media
Press Release


The Constitution of Pakistan guarantees the protection of the rights of the citizens in the country: Speaker National Assembly.

The government and the opposition needs to be on the same page to get the country out of crises; Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

Islamabad; February 13, 2023: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf said that the Constitution of Pakistan is the real guarantor of our freedom. He said that Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto sacrificed their lives for democracy, the supremacy of the Constitution and rule of law in the country. He said that the year 2023 marks the Golden Jubilee year of the Constitution. He said that the National Assembly Secretariat would organize various programs to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of the Constitution in a grand manner. In this regard, events would be organized in schools, colleges and universities across the country. He expressed these views while addressing the participants of the Ceremony to commemorate the 50 years of unsung heroes of democracy in Pakistan held in the front lawn of the Parliament House. Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party/Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, former Prime Minister/Senator Yusuf Raza Gilani, former Chairman Senate Raza Rabbani, Former Senator Farhatullah Babar, members of the National Assembly and Senate and members of the Provincial Assembly, civil society and media representatives were present on the occasion.

The Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said that the purpose of celebrating the Golden Jubilee is to make our youth aware of the sacrifices made for democracy and the Constitution. He further said that honorable Speakers and presiding officers would also be invited to the Golden Jubilee celebrations in the Parliament House.

Speaker said that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto gave a unified constitution to this country and former President Asif Ali Zardari restored Pakistan to its original state and returned powers to Parliament. He said that the country is proud of the outstanding work done by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari as Foreign Minister.  

Party Chairman PPP/Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari while addressing the opening ceremony of the Golden Jubilee of the Constitution of Pakistan said that the Pakistan People's Party has decided to celebrate the year 2023 as the year of the Golden Jubilee. He said that the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 allowed every citizen to nominate their representative and the powerful class was forced to seek votes from the common man. He said that the 1973 constitution gave representation to all the classes living in the country and gave rights to all the provinces. He said that we can overcome our problems by ensuring the implementation of the constitution. He said that the Pakistan People's Party has decided to form a committee in which all political parties will be invited. The committee will look into the problems being faced by the country and will find solutions. He congratulated the Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Senator Mian Raza Rabbani for the successful organization of this event and appreciated their efforts in this regard.

Former Prime Minister and Senator Syed Yusuf Raza Ali Gilani and former Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani also paid rich tribute to the unsung heroes who sacrificed their lives for the supremacy of the Constitution of Pakistan. They said that the unified constitution of 1973 has given protection to the federation. They said that former Prime Minister Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto gave a unified constitution to the country, which credit goes to former President Co-Chairman Asif Ali Zardari for restoring it to its original form. They said that with the supremacy of the constitution and the rule of law, the problems faced by the country can be solved and it can be put on the path of development.

 National Assembly secretariat
Directorate of Media
Press release No.7/12-2-2023

NA Speaker Pays Tribute to Women on National Women's Day

ISLAMABAD, February 12: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf, in his message on the occasion of the National Woman's Day, has said "this day holds a great significance in the annals of history of Pakistan  owing to  undeterred struggle of Pakistani women for democracy in the face of dictatorship".

Raja Pervez Ashraf while paying rich tribute to the women remarked  "they are a metaphor of unparalleled bravery, great talent and indomitable courage".He further said  "Madar-e-Millat Ms Fatima Jinnah, Madar-e-Jamhooriat Begum Nusrat Bhutto and Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto are role models for the world as they stood strong and had shown great commitment in the testing and difficult times.

The Speaker also emphasized that the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan guarantees equality, representation, protection and equal opportunities for development of the women of Pakistan and  assured that the parliament would continue to make all out efforts to ensure full implementation of these constitutional rights.

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف کی خصوصی ہدایت پر پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس کے سبزہ زار میں بروز سوموار 13 فروری 2023 کو دن 3 بجے  پاکستانی جمہوریت کے گمنام ہیروز کی یاد میں خصوصی تقریب کا انعقاد کیا گیا ہے۔

وزیر خارجہ بلاول بھٹو زرداری تقریب میں بطور مہمان خصوصی شرکت کریں گے جبکہ اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور سینٹر میاں رضا ربانی شرکت تقریب کا حصہ ہونگے۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے اپنے جاری بیان میں کہا کہ پاکستان کی جمہوریت کے گمنام ہیروز ہی پاکستانی جمہوری تحریک کے اصل وارث ہیں، انکی قربانیوں اور جدو جہد مسلسل سے ہی جمہوری نظام کی بنیاد رکھی گئی۔انہوں نے کہا کہ ان بہادر لوگوں کو خراج تحسین پیش کرنا اور قوم کے لئے انکی کاوشوں کو یاد کرنا ہمارے لیے اعزاز کی بات ہے۔اس تقریب کی شروعات میں جمہوریت کے گمنام ہیروز کی یادگار پر پھولوں کی چادر چڑھائی جائے گی جو پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس کے سبزہ زار میں نسب ہے۔ بعد ازاں معزز پارلیمنٹیرینز جمہوریت کی بقاء کی خاطر قربانیاں دینے والے کو خراج عقیدت پیش کرنے کے لیے اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کریں گے۔
 

تقریب کی بھرپور کوریج کے لیے تمام میڈیا ہاؤسز سے لائیو کوریج کی درخواست ہے ۔ تقریب منعقد کرانے کا مقصد جمہوریت کی خاطر قربانیوں دینے والے اور پاکستان کی جمہوریت میں اہم کردار کو یاد رکھا جاسکے۔ ان گمنام ہیروز کے اعزاز میں تقریب منعقد کرانے کا  مقصد آنے والی نسلوں کو جمہوریت بہترین انتقام اور معاشرے میں جمہوریت کے قیام کے بارے میں آگاہ کرنا ہے۔

Islamabad, Pakistan – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Raja Pervez Ashraf, today, held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Syrian Arab Republic, H.E. Ramez Alraee, at the Parliament House in Islamabad to offer condolences and support in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that has impacted Syria.

Speaker Ashraf expressed his heartfelt sympathies to the Syrian people and conveyed the solidarity of the Pakistani people in the face of this tragedy. He stated, "The people of Pakistan stand with our Syrian brothers and sisters in this difficult time and we will do everything in our power to support them. The loss of life and destruction caused by the earthquake is truly heartbreaking and our thoughts and prayers are with the affected families." He also extended prayers for the Syrian PM and his family who were hurt badly by the recent quake.

Ambassador Alraee expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support and condolences from the government and people of Pakistan, thanking Speaker Ashraf for his sincere sentiments and for the heartfelt condolences offered on behalf of the National Assembly and the Pakistani people. He also took the opportunity to thank Pakistan for its support during the 1973 war. While commenting on the overall situation of the country, he acknowledged the improvement in the security situation in recent years but expressed his discomfort over the international sanctions impacting the progress and development of Syria.

This meeting between Speaker Ashraf and Ambassador Alraee is a testament to the strong relationship between Pakistan and the Syrian Arab Republic, and the commitment of the Pakistani people to stand in solidarity with their Muslim brethren in their time of need.

 National Assembly Secretariat  
Directorate General of Media
Press Release No.5/10-2-2022


Raja Pervez Ashraf Offers Support and Solidarity to Syrian People After Devastating Earthquake

Islamabad, Pakistan – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Raja Pervez Ashraf, today, held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Syrian Arab Republic, H.E. Ramez Alraee, at the Parliament House in Islamabad to offer condolences and support in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that has impacted Syria.

Speaker Ashraf expressed his heartfelt sympathies to the Syrian people and conveyed the solidarity of the Pakistani people in the face of this tragedy. He stated, "The people of Pakistan stand with our Syrian brothers and sisters in this difficult time and we will do everything in our power to support them. The loss of life and destruction caused by the earthquake is truly heartbreaking and our thoughts and prayers are with the affected families." He also extended prayers for the Syrian PM and his family who were hurt badly by the recent quake.

Ambassador Alraee expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support and condolences from the government and people of Pakistan, thanking Speaker Ashraf for his sincere sentiments and for the heartfelt condolences offered on behalf of the National Assembly and the Pakistani people. He also took the opportunity to thank Pakistan for its support during the 1973 war. While commenting on the overall situation of the country, he acknowledged the improvement in the security situation in recent years but expressed his discomfort over the international sanctions impacting the progress and development of Syria.

This meeting between Speaker Ashraf and Ambassador Alraee is a testament to the strong relationship between Pakistan and the Syrian Arab Republic, and the commitment of the Pakistani people to stand in solidarity with their Muslim brethren in their time of need.

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Raja Perviaz Ashraf, visited the Turkish Embassy in Islamabad today and offered his heartfelt condolences to the people of Turkey following the recent earthquake that caused widespread devastation and loss of life.

In a show of solidarity, the Speaker recorded his thoughts in the condolence book at the embassy, expressing the sorrow and sympathy felt by the Parliament and people of Pakistan.
"Pakistan and Turkey share a strong relationship of mutual trust, harmony and brotherhood," said Speaker Ashraf. "We have always stood by each other during times of crisis, and this devastating earthquake is no different. The Government and people of Pakistan offer their full support and stand in solidarity with their Turkish brothers and sisters during this difficult time."
The Speaker's visit to the Turkish Embassy reflects the deep ties of friendship and compassion between the two countries and serves as a symbol of hope and support for the people of Turkey as they work to recover from this tragedy.
 

February 8,2023, Islamabad, Pakistan: Honorable Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said " regional connectivity is key to drive economic growth and invited Turkmenistan to join efforts to boost regional connectivity through air, land, and sea. He also impressed upon the need for mutual cooperation in the energy sector to ease out the energy requirements of the country. He made these remarks during a  meeting with  H.E. Mr. Atadjan Movlamov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan and Dean of Diplomatic Corps to Pakistan and  Mr. Hemra Annamuhammedov, 3rd Secretary of Turkmenistan, today, at the Parliament House.

During the meeting, the Speaker of the National Assembly also expressed Pakistan's high regard for its relationship with Turkmenistan and extended gratitude for the timely humanitarian assistance provided to the flood-affected people of Pakistan.

Speaker Pervez also highlighted Pakistan's vision of building sustainable and result-oriented engagement with Central Asian Republics through its "Vision Central Asia" Policy, which focuses on five key areas: political, trade and investment, energy and connectivity, security and defense, and people-to-people exchanges.

The Speaker emphasized the importance of parliamentary exchanges between the two countries, recalling the visit of H.E. Mrs. Akja Nurberdiyeva, former Chairperson of the Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan, to Pakistan in 2016. He urged Turkmenistan to sign the Charter of the Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation Organization (PAECO) to further strengthen parliamentary ties.

With regards to trade and investment, the Speaker underlined the need to enhance bilateral trade and investment, and invited Turkmenistan to avail of Pakistan's Gwadar, Bin Qasim, and Karachi seaports for its trade connectivity with the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.

The Speaker also expressed Pakistan's commitment to the timely completion of the TAPI gas pipeline project and the TAP power transmission projects, and welcomed the productive meetings of the technical delegation led by the Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr. Musadik Malik, during his visit to Turkmenistan in September 2022.

The Ambassador of Turkmenistan expressed his satisfaction with the current state of bilateral relations between the two countries and registered his willingness for further strengthening of political, economic, and cultural ties.

The meeting was held in a cordial and friendly atmosphere, and both sides expressed their resolve to work together for the mutual benefit of their respective countries and the region.

The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) President H.E. Daurte Pacheco, today, paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the National Assembly. During the meeting, both leaders discussed the role of parliamentary diplomacy in promoting peace and stability in the region, as well as the importance of strengthening inter-parliamentary cooperation.
The Speaker stressed that inter-parliamentary cooperation was crucial in addressing global challenges, such as climate change, terrorism, and transnational crime. He emphasized the need for parliamentarians to work together across borders and political divides in order to find solutions to these complex and interconnected issues.
The Speaker also expressed his appreciation for the IPU President, who always remained at the pole position to ensure continued engagement between the National Assembly and other IPU Member States. He noted that this relationship is key in ensuring that parliaments remains at the forefront of the global dialogue and action on democracy, peace, human rights, and sustainable development.

H.E. Daurte Pacheco expressed his gratitude to the Speaker for his kind remarks. He also conveyed his deep condolences for the recent incident of terrorism in Peshawar and extended his sympathies to the families of the victims. He noted that terrorism remains a major challenge for the world and that it is important for parliamentarians to work together to find solutions for pressing issues of terrorism. The President assured the Speaker that the issue of terrorism would be included in the upcoming IPU conference agenda, and expressed the IPU's commitment to supporting efforts to combat this global threat.
The Speaker appreciated the President's assurance and emphasized the importance of collective international efforts to combat terrorism. He stressed that only by working together can we hope to find lasting solutions to this complex and persistent problem.
The meeting was a significant step forward in enhancing the already close relationship between the IPU and the National Assembly, and both leaders expressed their hope for continued cooperation in the future to develop a cleaner, greener, equitable, peaceful, and progressive world for all.
 

Islamabad: February 6, 2023: Speaker   National Assembly Raja Parvez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani have expressed their deep sorrow and grief over the loss of lives and Property caused by the terrible earthquake in Turkey, Syria and Lebanon.

While expressing condolences to the governments and people of Turkey, Syria and Lebanon for the loss of precious lives, both in their separate messages  said that the Parliament and people of Pakistan stand by the governments and people of Turkey, Syria and Lebanon in this hour of grief. They also assured of Pakistan's all out support in the relief and rehabilitation activities.

Speaker and the Deputy Speaker also prayed to Allah Almighty to raise the ranks of the martyrs and give the bereaved families courage to bear this irreparable loss. They also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the earthquake.

Islamabad, Pakistan - Today, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Raja Pervez Ashraf, attended the farewell ceremony of retiring security assistant Ch. Naeem Ahmed, as chief guest at Parliament House.

During his speech,  Speaker Ashraf praised Security Assistant Ch. Naeem Ahmed for his dedicated service and contribution to the security of the National Assembly.  He also emphasized the need for continued efforts to maintain the high standards of security set by Ch. Naeem Ashraf.

Speaker Ashraf wished Ch. Naeem Ashraf a happy and fulfilling retirement and thanked him for his years of dedicated service.

Speaker Ashraf while commenting on the occasion also  expressed his appreciation for the entire assembly secretariat staff. He acknowledged the hard work and dedication of all the staff members who play an important role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the National Assembly. Speaker Ashraf underscored the importance of teamwork and praised the staff for their commitment to serving the country and the assembly. He stated that their efforts contribute to the effective functioning of democracy in Pakistan.

The farewell ceremony was attended by  members of the National Assembly, security personnel, and other dignitaries.

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February 6,2023, Islamabad: On directions of the Speaker  Raja Parvez Ashraf,National Assembly secretariat has written a letter to the Inspector General of Police, Islamabad to submit a comprehensive report on the alleged case of sexual assault, which occurred in  Fatima Jinnah Park (F-9) on February 2,2023.

The Speaker remarked  that the details have been sought via report  on the progress of the investigation and the steps being taken to bring the perpetrators to justice.He stressed upon the need for swift and thorough action  in such sensitive cases.

It is pertinent to mention that the issue was also discussed during the National Assembly session today, where the Members of the National Assembly strongly condemned the incident and expressed their resentment over the negligible progress made so far in the case .

Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani who was chairing the assembly session at the time of the discussion remarked that such  heinous acts could not be tolerated and there was a need to take stern action  against all those involved in the incident.

Owing to the gravity and slow progress in the case, Deputy Speaker while chairing the session gave the Ruling in which he instructed the IGP Police, Islamabad to present a report to the House within 24 hours.

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Formulate TORs and prioritize issues for their resolution decides the Committee
Resolution of the issues faced by  Balochistan is vital not only for the local residents but also for the progress and development of our country as a whole
We must work together to find practical solutions for the benefit of the people of Balochistan: Speaker

The meeting of the National Assembly's Special Committee on Balochistan was held today, under the chairmanship of the Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf at the Parliament House, to address the pressing issues faced by the Balochistan province and work towards their resolution.

During the meeting, the Speaker highlighted the importance of working in a unified manner to address the long-standing problems faced by the province and ensure the welfare of its people.

The Committee comprising prominent members from various political parties and government stakeholders, decided to frame Terms of Reference (TORs), and prepare a list of most pressing issues for their fast tracking. Initially, the committee agreed to take up the issues of: non-provision of gas to local residents in certain areas of Balochistan, rehabilitation of flood-affected people, repatriation of IDPs, illegal occupation of land by oil and gas companies and fixation of job quotas.

Besides the Committee members discussed various initiatives and plans to improve the standard of living, provide basic necessities, and create job opportunities for the residents of Balochistan.

The Committee also stressed the importance of involving all relevant stakeholders in the decision-making process to ensure that their perspectives and concerns are taken into account. The members expressed their commitment to work towards finding practical solutions that are in the best interest of the people of Balochistan.

The Speaker expressed his satisfaction with the proceedings of the meeting and emphasized the need for continued cooperation and collaboration among the members to achieve the desired outcomes.

He thanked the members for their participation and commitment towards finding solutions to the challenges faced by the province.

Besides Speaker, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq (Federal Minister for Economic Affairs), Asad Mehmood (Federal Minister for Communications), Ehsan Ur Rehman Mazari (Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination), Nawabzada Shazain Bugti (Federal Minister for Narcotics Control), Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar (Federal Minister for Law & Justice), Noor Alam Khan (Chairman PAC); MNAs Khalid Hussain Magsi, Usama Qadri, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, Prof. Dr. Shahnaz Baloch. Moreover, Zia Lango (Home Minister Balochistan), Nawabzada Mir Gohram Khan Bugti (Advisor Labour & Manpower, Govt. Of Balochistan) and government functionaries from the federal and provincial government were also present in the meeting.

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On the Special instructions of the Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf, the National Assembly would commemorate the Golden Jubilee of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on completion of its 50 years in a befitting manner. In this regard, month-long grand celebrations would be organized by the National Assembly of Pakistan.

The purpose of organizing this event is to enlighten the people living in the country about the significance of the Constitution, to pay a glowing tribute to the Constituent Assembly that has given a comprehensive Constitution to our beloved country and to accentuate the effectiveness of performing one's duties by remaining within the limits of the Constitution, said Speaker.

Furthermore, Honorable Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf had also constituted a 14-members advisory committee headed by Senator Mian Raza Rabbani to oversee the preparations for the Golden Jubilee Celebrations. The TORs of the committee would include drafting of final program to be held throughout the month, identification of the National and International participants and supervision of the progress.

Initially, it has been decided that a specially designed Memorial will be inaugurated on the auspicious occasion of the Golden Jubilee celebrations. Moreover, the proposal to hold an international constitutional convention is also under consideration.

In addition to Senator Mian Raza Rabbani the advisory committee will comprise of Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Law and Justice Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb, Senator Kamran Murtaza, Members of the National Assembly Agha Hassan Baloch, Amir Haider Azam Khan, Dr. Nafisa Shah, Dr. Muhammad Afzal Khan Dhandla, Wajiha Qamar, Engr. Sabir Hussain Kaim Khani, Khalid Hussain Magsi. Besides, former Senator Farhatullah Babar and Parliamentary Affairs Expert Mohammad Zafarullah Khan will also be part of the committee.

• Educating youth must to overcome radicalization and generate employment: Speaker

• Work on a full fledge university in Gujar Khan to commence besides opening of the sub-campus

Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Raja Pervez Ashraf, was briefed by the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, on the progress of the new sub-campus of the Punjab University in Gujar Khan, today at the Parliament House, Islamabad. The Chairman promised that classes would begin in a month, as all requirements had been met and the necessary infrastructure had been established. He stated that the institute would initially offer courses in Computer Science, Mathematics, English, and Business Administration, with the intention of expanding the course offerings in the future. The project received funding of Rs. 2000 million and had already made significant progress towards completion.

Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed also informed the Speaker and the notable attendees from Rawalpindi division about plans to establish a full-fledged university in the region. He stated that work was underway to make this vision a reality, and upon completion, the university would play a crucial role in providing both technical and non-technical education to the people of Rawalpindi.

The Speaker expressed his gratitude to the stakeholders, recognizing the efforts made by the Chairman HEC and Vice-Chancellor of the Punjab University. He acknowledged their dedication and hard work in making this project a success and thanked everyone who contributed to its completion. He stressed the importance of this development for improving education in the area and stated that "This sub-campus will give local students access to quality education and improve the overall standard of education in the area, allowing them to study closer to home instead of having to travel far away, which can be difficult in particular for low-income families."

The Speaker continued by saying "For Pakistan's massive youth bulge to avoid radicalism and find work, access to high-quality education is mandatory. After years of struggle, I am grateful that Allah (SWT) has made it possible for me to realize this ambition for the wellbeing of the people of Gujar Khan and surrounding places ", he added.

The Speaker's commitment to improving education in the region was evident, and he hoped that the new sub-campus and future university would bring about positive change for the people of the Rawalpindi division.
 

 قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

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 قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف کا سابق نائب صدر پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی اور سابق ڈائریکٹر جنرل انٹیلیجنس بیورو (آئی بی) مسعود شریف خٹک کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے مسعود شریف خٹک کے اہلخانہ کے نام اپنے تعزیتی پیغام میں مسعود شریف خٹک کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے ان کی سیاسی اور سماجی خدمات کو خراج تحسین پیش کیا ہے۔انہوں نے کہا مرحوم کی وفات سے پیدا ہونے والا خلاء تادیر پر نہیں ہو سکے گا۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے اللہ تعالیٰ سے مرحوم کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا کی۔

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Message from Raja Pervez Ashraf, Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan on International Education Day - 24th January 2023

”Celebrating International Education Day: A Call to Action for Quality Education for All in Pakistan”: NA Speaker


"On this International Education Day, I extend my warmest greetings to all educators, students, and families in Pakistan and around the world.

Education is the foundation of any society and is essential for the development of individuals and nations. Today, we celebrate the power of education to transform lives and build a more peaceful and prosperous world.

As the Speaker of the Pakistan National Assembly, I am proud to note that Pakistan has made significant progress in expanding access to education over the years. However, there is still a long way to go to ensure that every child in Pakistan has the opportunity to receive a quality education.

"Education is a matter of life and death for Pakistan. The world is moving so fast that if we do not educate ourselves today, we will be left far behind" - Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah

I urge all stakeholders, including government, private sector, and civil society to continue working together to ensure that every child in Pakistan has access to education.

On this International Education Day, let us rededicate ourselves to this noble cause and work together to build a brighter future for all."

The  consistent progress and development in China ; a model to be followed by all nations Says NA Speaker
Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker National Assembly Mr.Zahid Akram Durrani felicitates Chinese people and its government on the eve of new Chinese Lunar Year. In their separate messages they expressed their belief that Chinese would  continue to progress and develop owing  to their  national traits of hardwork and Commitment. They also resolved that Pakistan & China would  continue to cooperate in all socio- economic sectors   for mutual prosperity and development.
Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf  has expressed his confidence that Pak-China Friendship would not only  enable both countries to flourish and develop but regional progress also hinges upon  unbreakable ties between both countries. He said that successful completion of CPEC projects manifests willingness of both nations and their masses to cooperate for mutual benefit. He said that Chinese model of progress and development must be followed by all nations.
Deputy Speaker National Assembly Mr. Zahid Durrani has also felicitated Chinese nation on the eve of their new Lunar Year. He expressed his good wishes for progress and prosperity of Chinese people and hoped that New Chinese year would bring happiness, prosperity and progress in the lives of Chinese people. He also expressed his resolve that  Pak-China ties would be strong and cemented more than ever.
 

 *سپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کی خیبر پختونخواہ کے ضلع خیبر میں تختہ بیگ پولیس چیک پوسٹ پر دہشت گردوں کے حملہ کی شدید الفاظ میں مذمت*۔

اسلام آبا د ( 19جنوری 2023)  اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی زاہد اکرم  درانی نے خیبر پختونخواہ کے ضلع خیبر میں تختہ بیگ پولیس چیک پوسٹ پر دہشتگردوں کے حملہ کے نتیجے میں دو پولیس اہلکار وں کی شہادت اور ایک اہلکار کے زخمی ہونے پر دکھ و افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

 سپیکر اور ڈپٹی سپیکر نےخیبر پختونخواہ کے ضلع خیبر میں تخت بیگ پولیس چیک پوسٹ پر دہشتگردوں کے حملے کی شدید الفاط میں مذمت کی ہے۔ انہوں نے دہشت گردی کے اس واقع میں قیمتی جانوں کے ضیاع پر گہرے رنج وغم کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی زاہد اکرام درانی نے کہاکہ ہمیں دہشتگردی کے خلاف آہنی ہاتھوں سے نمٹنا ہو گا ، انہوں نےکہا کہ پاکستان کی سلامتی کو چیلنج کرنے والے ملک اور انسانیت کے اصل دشمن ہیں، پوری قوم اپنی بہادر سیکیورٹی اداروں کے ساتھ کھڑے ہیں، اسپیکر و ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے شہید ہونے والوں کے اہلخانہ کے ساتھ دلی ہمدردی کا اظہار کیا اور زخمیوں کی جلد صحتیابی کیلئے دعا کی۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے دہشتگردی کے واقعہ میں شہید ہونے والوں کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا کی۔

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NA SPEAKER LAUNCHES APCEA SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT REPORT 2022

CPEC; MANIFESTATION OF ALL-WEATHER STRATEGIC COOPERATION BETWEEN PAKISTAN AND CHINA SAYS NA SPEAKER

PAKISTAN’S YOUTH; IS THE REAL ASSET FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND PROGRESS OF THE COUNTRY SAYS ROMINA KHURSHID ALAM, CONVENER OF THE NATIONAL PARLIAMENTARY TASKFORCE ON SDGS

Islamabad: 17th January 2023 Speaker of National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was an epic manifestation of ironclad friendship & all-weather strategic cooperative partnership between Pakistan and China.  He also said that the project was mutually beneficial for both countries rather than the whole region could reap benefits from the project owing to its viability.  He also said that sustainable economic development had always remained a top objective for Pakistan despite challenges. CPEC had played a massive role in the attainment of the above objective through enhanced connectivity and socio-economic development. He made these remarks at the launch of "APCEA Sustainable Development Report 2022” l, an event jointly organized by the SDGs Secretariat of the National Assembly of Pakistan in collaboration with the All-Pakistan Chinese Enterprises’ Association (APCEA) at the Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services.
SDGs Secretariat in collaboration with APCEA organized the launch of a report titled “APCEA Sustainable Development Report 2022” on January 17th, 2023. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the CPEC projects in Pakistan while highlighting the contribution of the CPEC in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is one significant strategic imperative that has received attention both in Pakistan and around the world. The project's continuing second phase has shifted its emphasis to the Pakistani education industry, economics, infrastructure, and sustainability including the opening of technical education institutions and the initiation and expansion of student exchange programs.
Mr. Wang Jie, Executive Vice Chairman APCEA and CEO of Bank of China Limited Pakistan Operations, in his welcome address, elucidated the vital need for realizing the importance of sustainable development and taking all possible corrective actions. APCEA Sustainable Development Report 2022 briefly summarizes the sustainable development achievements of Chinese enterprises in the year 2022. He expressed APCEA’s beliefs about the terms "sustainability" and "sustainable development" which go beyond generating renewable energy. He stated that Chinese enterprises practice sustainable development in all aspects, to support Pak-China relations. Consequently, their guiding principle is the fulfillment of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), including reliability, technological advancement, the welfare of the local community, and the development of their talents.
Romina Khurshid Alam, Convener National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs, while highlighting the key takeaways from the report she stated that with “Pakistan's youth bulge in mind and the Phase II of the CPEC, there is a need to prioritize the construction of new schools, technical and vocational training facilities, and higher education institutions while also renovating the existing ones”. She further highlighted the role of CPEC towards the sustainable development goals especially SDGs 7 (Clean Energy), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), 13 (Protect the Planet), and 17 (Partnership for Goals).
Miss Aisha Ghaus Pasha, Federal Minister of State for Finance & Revenue, stated that CPEC will supplement Pakistan’s socioeconomic development as the tremendous human capital of the region is its biggest asset. She further stated that CPEC projects have unleashed opportunities for socio-economic development for the people of Pakistan. It was remarked that in CPEC Phase II, investment possibilities worth several billions of dollars are available in Pakistan in industries that directly support the SDGs. Transportation and logistics, renewable and alternative energy, healthcare, education, technology and communication, and finance are just a few of the industries covered. CPEC also provides huge prospects for talent development and the creation of regional value chains with China.

Ms. Chen Yen, CEO of Challenge Fashion Private Limited, also presented her views on the occasion. She remarked that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (“CPEC”) is an economic marvel of its time. The actual benefits of CPEC are innumerable for the region and are not only related to the economy but shall also help Pakistan in achieving economic growth propelled by green development. With consistent and dedicated efforts of both countries, Pakistan’s economic growth is bound to achieve greater heights.

اسلام آباد: 17 جنوری 2023: پارلیمانی ٹاسک فورس برائے پائیدار ترقی کے اہداف کی کنوینر محترمہ رومینہ خورشید عالم سے بیلجیئم کے پاکستان کے دورے پر آئے ہوئے پارلیمانی وفد کی سربراہ نے ایلیسیا کلیس نے وفد کے ہمراہ منگل کے روز پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں ملاقات کی۔ملاقات میں پاک۔بیلجیئم دوطرفہ تعلقات پر تبادلہ خیال کیا گیا۔پاکستان بیلجیئم کے ساتھ اپنے پارلیمانی اور سفارتی تعلقات کو بڑی اہمیت دیتا ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی دنیا کی پہلی پارلیمان ہے جو پائیدار ترقی کے اہداف کے حصول پر خصوصی توجہ دے رہی ہے ۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی میں 2016 کو ایس ڈی جیز سیکرٹریٹ کا قیام عمل میں لایا گیا اور اس کے ساتھ ساتھ چاروں صوبوں سمیت آزاد جموں و کشمیر کی قانون سازی اسمبلی اور گلگت بلتستان اسمبلی میں بھی سیکرٹریٹ قائم کیے گے ہیں۔ایس ڈی جیز کی کنوینر رومینہ خورشید عالم نے کہا ہے کہ پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی میں قائم پارلیمانی ٹاسک فورس برائے پائیدار ترقی کے اہداف ملک میں پائیدار ترقی کے 17 اہداف کے حصول پر کام کر رہی ہے ۔انہوں نے کہا کہ ایس ڈی جیز نے گزشتہ سال دو روزہ قومی مکالمے کا انعقاد کیا تھا جس میں چاروں صوبوں ، آزاد جموں و کشمیر کی قانون ساز اسمبلی اور گلگت بلتستان اسمبلی کے اسپیکرز سمیت پارلیمانی وفود نے شرکت کی تھی اس مکالمے میں ملک میں پائیدار ترقی کی اہداف کے حصول کیلئے مشترکہ قومی لائحہ عمل ترتیب دیا گیا ۔

انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان حالیہ تباہ کن سیلاب سے بری طرح متاثر ہوا اور لوگوں کے گھر اور کھڑی فصلیں اس سیلاب سے تباہ ہوئی ۔انہوں نے کہا کہ دنیا میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کے اسباب میں پاکستان کا حصہ نا ہونے کے برابر ہے جبکہ پاکستان کو موسمیاتی تبدیلی کی وجہ سے مختلف مشکلات کا سامنا کر رہا ہے ۔انہوں نے کہا کہ حالیہ تباہ کن سیلاب سے متاثرہ خاندانوں کی بحالی کیلئے دنیا کو آگے بڑھنا ہوگا اور اس مشکل حالات میں پاکستان کے ساتھ تعاون کرنا ہوگا ۔

 بیلجیئم کی پارلیمنٹ میں بیلجیئم - پاکستان پارلیمانی فرینڈ شپ گروپ کی چیئرپرسن ایلیسیا کلیس نے ایس ڈی جیز کی کامیاب دو روزہ قومی مکالمہ کے انعقاد پر محترمہ رومینہ خورشید عالم کو مبارک باد دی ۔انہوں نے پاکستان میں حالیہ تباہ کن سیلاب کی وجہ سے ہونے والے نقصانات پر افسوس کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے بیلجئم کی حکومت کی جانب سے ہر قسم تعاون کا یقین دلایا۔

Promoting education indispensable for the development of the country, says NA speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf

Apolitical approach essential for development of education and health sector in the country; Speaker National Assembly

Islamabad: 16th Jan 2023:  Chairman Higher Education Commission Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed called on National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf  at Parliament House on Monday. The  matter regarding establishment of University in Gujar Khan and  initiation of early classes were discussed in the meeting .

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that promoting  education is indispensable for the development of the country. He also said there is a need for a political approach for the development of the education and health sector. He said that the youth of Pakistan has been blessed by Allah Almighty with immense abilities. He stressed upon the need for  provision of  education, especially technical education to youth for their  development and employment. He emphasized the early establishment of University in Gujar Khan and said that the establishment of state of art university in Gujar Khan is inevitable not only for Gujar Khan youth but also for youth surrounding districts. He said that as a public representative, it is their common responsibility to provide education facilities to the youth.

Chairman Higher Education Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed,  admired the efforts  of the Speaker National Assembly  for the development of the education sector. He  informed the Speaker that he had  issued instructions to the concerned authorities for prioritizing the establishment of university in Gujar Khan.  He said establishment of state of art university in Gujjar Khan will provide quality education to the youth of whole  Potohar region, Azad Kashmir and other adjoining areas. He said that  development of the country  is interlinked with the development of education, health and social sectors. He said that for the development of these sectors, politicians as a whole have to think beyond party affiliation.He assured that all possible resources will be utilized for the establishment of a university in Gujar Khan on priority basis.

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کا سابق صوبائی وزیر و سینئر سیاسی رہنما امان اللّه خان کنڈی کے انتقال پر اظہار تعزیت۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی ا سپیکر  قومی اسمبلی زاہد اکرام درانی  نے سابق ممبر قومی اسمبلی داور خان کنڈی کے والد سابق صوبائی وزیر و سینئر  سیاسی رہنما امان اللّه خان کنڈی کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے سابق ممبر قومی اسمبلی داور خان کنڈی کے نام اپنے اپنے علیحدہ علیحدہ تعزیتی پیغامات میں مرحوم کی سیاسی و سماجی خدمات کو خراج تحسین پیش کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ مرحوم امان اللّه خان کنڈی کے انتقال سے ملک ایک بااصول اور تجربہ کار سیاسی رہنما سے محروم ہو گیا ہے۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے اللّه تعالیٰ سے مرحوم کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا بھی کی۔

Peace should be available to everyone and everywhere, not just to a select few: NA Speaker
Pakistan eager to develop its blue economy with assistance from Europe on both a technical and financial level: NA Speaker

Raja Pervez Ashraf, Speaker of the Pakistani National Assembly, stated today that Belgium and Pakistan had warm relations based on a common commitment to democracy, pluralism, and trust. Pakistan had consistently demonstrated its readiness and commitment to upholding both its constitutional and international commitments for a more secure, environmentally friendly, peaceful, and progressive world. According to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's vision, Pakistan had always supported the peaceful and diplomatic settlement of all international problems. He made these remarks while speaking with Belgian legislative representatives during a meeting in Parliament,today.
The parliamentary delegation from Belgium Parliamentary Delegation comprised of Ms. Allessia Claes, Senator /Chairperson of the Belgium-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group ,Mr. Karl Vanlourve, State Senator Mr. Philippe Courard, PS, State Senator , Mr. Georges Dallemagne, Les Engages,  Member of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives and Senior officers of Belgium Parliament has come to Pakistan on a week-long visit at the special invitation of the Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf. The visit was intended to further promote parliamentary cooperation between the two sides in a bid to provide all necessary support to maximize gains in trade and promote people-to-people contacts.
The Speaker stated that Pakistan was in favor of a peaceful resolution to all problems in response to a query concerning the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, from one of the visiting delegates. We had learned from history and our own experience that the only way to achieve enduring peace was via communication. Instead of concentrating all of its efforts on bringing about peace in just one area, the world should do its share to resolve other ongoing conflicts, including the issue of Jammu and Kashmir being illegally occupied by India, with equal vigour. He emphasised that parliaments may play a significant part in educating the populace about the urgent need for a new world order based on shared ideals of democracy and equality for everyone.
The Speaker also emphasised Pakistan's desire to advance its blue economy with the help of the EU and its technical and financial support. Despite producing less than 1% of the world's greenhouse gases, he highlighted that Pakistan was at the epicentre of the global climate issue. He went on to explain that the nation had been experiencing extreme weather conditions, including droughts, forest fires, intense and protracted heat waves, and extraordinary and prolonged monsoon rains that caused devastating floods.

Ms. Allessi Claes thanked the Speaker profusely for the invitation and offered sympathy for the flood victims. She underlined the importance of letting the world know the real narrative of Pakistan, which battled valiantly against all odds to become a stable, tranquil, and peaceful nation. She and her colleagues would unquestionably serve as Pakistan's ambassadors in Europe and work to promote the nation as much as possible.
The meeting between the visiting delegation and the National Assembly's Pakistan-Belgium Parliamentary Friendship Group earlier today was quite fruitful. The meeting was significant because it covered a wide range of topics, including human rights, terrorism, and climate change. It also addressed how both parties could work together and make their economic contributions to further improve bilateral and regional trade through ongoing facilitation and cooperation through their respective parliaments. Both parties highlighted the importance of PFGs meeting on a regular basis, both in person and online, to follow up on the topics discussed during the meeting.
Later in the day, the delegation also paid a visit to the Women Parliamentary Caucus, where they were informed about the steps the Caucus had taken to empower Pakistani women through appropriate legislation and to use its influence to ensure that the country's existing laws were implemented aptly for the benefit of more than half of its population.

Multan the, 11 January, 2023; The meeting of the Standing Committee on Railways held today under the Chairmanship of Mr. Muhammad Mueen Wattoo, MNA on 11 January, 2023 at 11:00 in Committee Room of Divisional Superintendent Railways, Multan with reference to Notice No. 23/11/2022-Com-ll/Railways dated the 2" January, 2023.

The meeting of the Standing Committee on Railways commenced with the recitation from the Holy Quran and the Committee approved the minutes of its meeting held on 23 November, 2022. The Implementation status on the previous recommendations was placed by the Ministry of Railways and the Committee discussed the same.

On the report submitted by the Ministry of Railways about the Calling attention Notice moved by Mr. Qadir Khan Mandokhail, MNA regarding handing over the administration of Railways school near Kala Pull, Karachi to TCF/ICWS discussed in detail but the mover who participated on video link was not satisfied and Committee decided to hold the meeting at Karachi for site visit in near future.

The Committee invited the Divisional Superintendent, (DS) Railways, Multan for briefing on the agenda items. He expressed that 2236 Acre land of railways is encroached in Multan division for residential, commercial, agriculture and Govt departments whereas 5666 Acre land is leased out by Railways for different purposes like agriculture, Kachi Abbadies, and commercial etc. While responding to the question, the DS Railways Multan replied that commercial encroachment of 89 Acre in Multan Division could not be vacated due to litigation but the Committee emphasizes on its previous direction that encroached on railways land for commercial purposes should be vacated by using all means and Ministry of Railways, Director General, Property & Land and legal directorate was directed to approach the higher courts for vacation of stay orders but the matter is still pending and nobody has taken care DS, Multan informed that during the year 2021-22, 24.47 Acre of land including 9.10 Acre Commercial land was retrieved from the land grabbers. Ministry of Railways has given two and half month time to all Divisions of Railways for vacation of encroached land.

4. The Committee also took the notice of the billboards installed without permission and railways has no income from them and recommended to bring them in tax net. Ministry of Railways informed the Committee that 46 out of 230 coaches imported from China, have been reached at Pakistan and are running on the track.

5. The Committee was briefed that Railways Track in Sindh, Baluchistan and Punjab was damaged badly at ten locations and the same have been rehabilitated from the resources of Pakistan Railways and train operation is continued successfully.

Divisional Superintendent Railways, Lahore informed the Committee that the matter for de-sealing of the shops is under process as the occupants of shops were asked by Railways to deposit a fix amount alongwith affidavit as per the approved rent policy. Ministry of Railways informed the Committee that Legal advisor was hired through proper procedure.The following MNAS, Ch. Muhammad Hamid Hameed, Mr. Muhammad Khan Daha, Mr. Ramesh Lal, Dr Muhammad Afzal Khan Dhandla and Pir syed Fazal Ali Shah jalani besides the officials of the Ministry attended the meeting The meeting was ended with the vote of thanks to and from the Chair.

 قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

10 جنوری 2022اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا کہ وزیر اعظم پاکستان میاں محمد شہباز شریف، وزیر خارجہ بلاول بھٹو زرداری اور سیکرٹری جنرل اقوام متحدہ انتونیو گوتریس کو بین الاقوامی کانفرنس کےکامیاب انعقاد پر مبارکباد دی ہے۔

سپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف نے یورپی یونین ا(EU)، یو ایس ایڈ، ایشیائی ترقیاتی بینک (ADB)، اسلامی ترقیاتی بینک (IDB)، ورلڈ بینک (WB)، چین، سعودی عرب، جرمنی، جاپان، فرانس، آذربائیجان کا شکریہ ادا کیا اور سیلاب سے متاثرہ افراد کی بحالی اورمتاثرہ علاقوں کی تعمیر نو اور موسمیاتی تبدیلی سے ہونے والے دیگر نقصانات کے ازالے کے لئے 9 بلین امریکی ڈالر سے زیادہ کی فراخدلانہ امداد سیلاب سے متاثرہ عوام کی بحالی اور انفراسٹرکچر کی تعمیر نو میں مدد گار ثابت ہو گی۔ انہوں نے پاکستان میں حالیہ سیلاب سے ہونے والے بڑے پیمانے پر جانی و مالی نقصانات پر دنیا کی توجہ مبذول کروانے پر وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف اور وزیر خارجہ بلاول بھٹو زرداری کی کوششوں کو بھی سراہا۔

 انہوں نے کہا کہ کامیاب جنیوا کانفرنس عالمی موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے نمٹنے کے لیے بین الاقوامی برادری کے تعاون کے جذبے کا مظہر ہے۔اسپیکر نے کہا کہ پاکستان کی پارلیمنٹ ماحولیاتی انصاف کا مقدمہ لڑنے میں  صف اول میں رہی  اور اس سلسلے میں قومی اسمبلی کے زیر اہتمام سیلاب کی فوراً بعد آئی پی یو ایشیاء پیسیفک ریجن کے ممالک پر مشتمل سیمینار منعقد کرایا گیا جس  سے پاکستان کو سیلاب کی تباہی کاریوں کو عالمی سطح پر اجاگر کرنے میں مدد ملی اور اس موقع پر آئی پی یو کے سیکرٹری جنرل کو پاکستان میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے ہونے والے نقصانات کے ازالے کے لئے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے خط بھی ارسال کیا گیا اور آئی پی یو کی جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس میں عالمی موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے نمٹنے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کا مطالبہ کیا گیا۔انہوں نے کہا کہ کاپ 27 کانفرنس میں پاکستان کی پارلیمانی سفارتکاری کے نتیجے میں لاس اینڈ ڈیمجز فنڈ کا قیام عمل میں لایا گیا جو پاکستان کی پارلیمانی سفارتکاری کی کامیابی کا مظہر ہے۔ انہوں نے اس  اعتماد کا اظہار کیا کہ کامیاب جنیوا کانفرنس سیلاب  متاثرین کی بحالی اور متاثرہ علاقوں کی تعمیر نو میں معاون ثابت ہو گی۔

اسلام آباد، 7 جنوری، 2023:اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے سابق ممبر قومی اسمبلی نواب امان اللہ خان کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے نواب امان اللہ خان کے اہلخانہ کے نام اپنے جاری تعزیتی پیغام میں سابق ممبر قومی اسمبلی نواب امان اللہ خان کی سیاسی و سماجی خدمات کو خراج تحسین پیش کیا ہے اور مرحوم کی وفات کو ان کے اہلخانہ کے لیے بڑا صدمہ اور ناقابل تلافی نقصان قرار دیا ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ نواب امان اللہ خان ایک بہادر سیاسی شخصیت کے مالک انسان تھے ان کے انتقال سے پیدا ہونے والا خلاء تادیر پر نہیں ہو سکے گا۔

اسپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف نے اللہ تعالیٰ سے مرحوم کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا کی۔

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan and the United Kingdom enjoy cordial relations based upon a shared culture of democracy and a parliamentary form of government. He said that these ties can be strengthened by enhancing parliament-to-parliament contacts. He expressed these views during his meeting with Speaker of the House of Commons Mr.Lindsay Hoyle on the sidelines of 26th Conference of Speakers & Presiding officers of Commonwealth (CSPOC) in Canberra Australia.

While discussing the innovative initiatives introduced by the Parliament of Pakistan, he said that the Parliament of Pakistan has been at the forefront to guide the nation on the path of Progress of development. He also said that it is the first "Green Parliament", the first in the region to establish a Parliamentary caucus on child rights, 1st time ever that doors of parliament were opened for those who are real pillars of democracy like women, children, minorities and transgender on the occasion of diamond jubilee celebration. He also said that this year the Parliament of Pakistan also enacted a record number of Legislation besides fighting successfully the case for climate justice for Pakistan also. 

Speaker House of Commons Mr. Lindsay Hoyle expressed solidarity with flood-affected people of Pakistan. He said that enhancing Parliamentary contacts are pivotal to learn from parliamentary experiences. He also said that innovative parliaments are an essential pre-requisite to tackle global challenges.

 پاکستان کشمیری عوام کی حق خود ارادیت کی تحریک کی اخلاقی، سفارتی اور سیاسی حمایت جاری رکھے گا، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف 

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا کہ شہید زوالفقار علی بھٹو نے ملک کیلئے جو قربانیاں دی ہے اسے سنہری حروف میں لکھا جائے گا-ا انہوں نے آمریت کے خلاف اور ملک میں جمہوریت کے فروغ کیلئے جان کی قربانی دی - انہوں نے ایٹمی پروگرام کا بنیاد رکھ کر پاکستان کے دفاع کو نا قابل تسخیر بنایا -سکوت ڈھاکہ کے بعد شہید زوالفقار علی بھٹو کی انتھک محنت کی وجہ سے ملک کی ازسرنو تعمیر ممکن ہوئی -قائد عوام نے ایک ایسے پاکستان کیلئے جدوجہد کی جہاں سب برابر ہو - انہوں نے ملک کو 1973 کا متفقہ آئین دیا-شہید زوالفقار علی بھٹو نے 1974 میں او ائی سی کے ذریعے تمام مسلم امہ کو ایک فلیٹ فارم پر اکٹھا کیا-پاکستان پیپلز پارٹی شہید زوالفقار علی بھٹو کے مشن پر کاربند ہے -

Islamabad: 5th January 2022; The Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that the "world is going through sweeping changes". He said that the global upheaval caused by the Corona-virus Pandemic called for a new working and social environment while the catastrophes brought by the steep climate change also desired a new approach to human living. He also drew the attention of participants to the economic upheavals and the consequent social and political unrest. He expressed these views while addressing participants of the 26th Conference of Speakers & Presiding officers of Commonwealth (CSPOC) on the topic "Role of Speaker and Presiding Officer in Leading Parliamentary Innovations" in Canberra, Australia.

The Speaker said that Parliaments have to be innovative to invent new ways to resolve the challenges faced by nations. He said that as representatives of the people, the onus of innovating new socio-cultural, socio-political and socio-economic order falls upon parliamentarians

The Speaker said that "Democracy is ever-evolving". He also said the journey of humanity’s pursuit for a more just, equitable and inclusive society saw a significant transition in the aftermath of the industrial revolution. He also said that the meaningful participation of the common citizen in holding the government of the day accountable is the only guarantee against dictatorships as well as the power captured by the populist, fascist and extremist movement. He also reminded that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto termed the space between the people and its Parliament as the “Democracy Deficit”, which must be addressed by the Parliaments of the World. While talking about an open, transparent, equitable and accessible Parliament as the only solution to bridge the divide between the general public and the parliament.


The Speaker said that the 1st 5-year National Assembly Strategic Plan (NASP) was introduced in 2008. This was reviewed and improved in light of our experiences in 2014 and the 3rd and present 5-year NASP was penned in 2019. Each has been backed by a definite Annual Work Plan and every Department of the National Assembly is required to align its annual budgetary requirements to achieve the targets set in the Strategic Plan. The entire process is regularly monitored and evaluated through a specially created wing of Special Initiatives in the National Assembly, under which a Project Management Unit is entrusted to be the Secretariat of the NASP.

The Speaker also said that in 2009, the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, which is an across-the-board alliance of all women parliamentarians. It has now become a global parliamentary brand, referred to as a role model by the 2010 Inter-Parliamentary Union Report, CPA Publications and various UN Agencies. The second step was the creation of a Special Parliamentary Task Force on Sustainable Development Goals in 2014 when Pakistan’s Parliament became the first-ever parliament to shift its development agenda from MDGs to SDGs. The efficiency and effectiveness of this group can be gauged from one example: In light of its targeted approach towards energy conservation. Pakistan’s Parliament became the first-ever 100 percent Green Parliament by installing a One Mega Watt Solar System.

The Parliamentary SDGs Secretariat was also instrumental during the recent devastating floods in Pakistan where the Parliament led the international discourse at COP 27 at Sharam-Al Sheikh in making the world realize that Pakistan is the victim and not responsible for global environmental degradation. 

Youth remains the driving force for any nation, aspiring for a secure and bright future. The Young Parliamentarians Forum, created in our Parliament is not only the bridge between the Youth and the Parliament but is also useful.

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف کا آسٹریلیا کے شہر کینبرا میں اسپیکرز اور پریزائیڈنگ آفیسرز کے کردار  پر منعقدہ دولتِ مشترکہ کی 26 ویں کانفرنس کے شرکاء سے خطاب۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا ہے  کہ  فعال  اور متحرک پارلیمانوں کے ذریعے قوموں کو ترقی کی راہ پر  گامزن کیا جا سکتا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان کی پارلیمنٹ جدید اور موثر اقدامات کی ذریعے عوام کی رہنمائی کر رہی ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ  پوری دنیا اس وقت بڑی تبدیلیوں سے گزر رہی ہےکرونا وائرس اور موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے دنیا کی معیشتوں کو شدید نقصان پہنچا ہے اور دباوکا شکار ہیں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے آنے والی تباہی بھی کراہ ارض  کے لیے بڑا چیلنج ہے اور پاکستان کی عوام موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے تاریخ کے سب سے بڑے سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں سے نبرد آزما ہے ۔ان خیالات کا اظہار انہوں نے جمعرات کے روز آسٹریلیا کے شہر کینبرا میں اسپیکرز اینڈ پریزائیڈنگ آفیسرز کے  کردار پر منعقدہ دولتِ مشترکہ کی 26 ویں کانفرنس کے شرکاء سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کیا۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے عوامی نمائندوں  کو قوموں کو درپیش چیلنجز کے حل کے لیے ملکر آگے بڑھنے کی ضرورت پر زور دیتے ہوئے کہا کہ  عوام کے نمائندوں کی حیثیت سے نئے سماجی، ثقافتی،سیاسی اور اقتصادی نظام کے قیام کی ذمہ داری اراکین پارلیمنٹ پر عائد ہوتی ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ جمہوری نظام ہی قوموں کی ترقی اور خوشحالی  کا ضامن ہے اور جمہوری نظام میں تمام فیصلے باہمی مشاورت سے  عوامی امنگوں کے مطابق کئے جاتے ہیں۔ انہوں نےکہا  کہ صنعتی انقلاب کے بعد منصفانہ اور جامع معاشرے کی تشکیل میں نمایاں تبدیلیاں رونما ہوئی ہے۔ انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ جمہوری نظام میں حکومت عام شہری کو جوابدہ ہوتی ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ شہید محترمہ بے نظیر بھٹو نے عوام اور اس کی پارلیمنٹ کے درمیان خلا کو جمہوریت کے لیے نقصان دہ  قرار دیا۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ  شفاف، منصفانہ اور قابل رسائی پارلیمنٹ عوام اور پارلیمانوں کے درمیان فاصلوں کو ختم کرنے کا واحد ذریعہ ہے۔

 انہوں نے پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی  کے اسٹریٹجک پلان(NASP) کے بارے میں بات کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ قومی اسمبلی میں (این اے ایس پی )2008میں متعارف کروایا گیا  اور 2014 میں اس سے حاصل ہونے والےتجربات کی روشنی میں اس کا جائزہ لیا گیا اور اس  کو مزیدبہتر بنایا گیا ۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ  تیسرا اور موجودہ 5 سالہ اسٹریٹجک پلان NASP  2019 میں شروع کیا گیا اس پالان کو قومی اسمبلی میں موجود تمام پارلیمانی جماعتوں کی حمایت حاصل ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ اسٹریٹجک پلان میں مقرر کردہ اہداف کو حاصل کرنے کے لئے سالانہ بجٹ میں فنڈ مختص کئے جاتے ہیں اور قومی اسمبلی میں خصوصی اقدامات کے لئے  ونگ کے ذریعے  اس تمام عمل کی نگرانی اور جائزہ لیا جاتا ہے۔  انہوں نے  مزید کہا کہ پراجیکٹ مینجمنٹ یونٹ میں NASP کا سیکرٹریٹ قائم کیا گیا ہے۔  

اسپیکر نے کہا کہ  2009 میں پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی میں غیرجماعتی وویمن پارلیمانی کاکس تشکیل دیا گیا تھااور اس میں تمام پارلیمانی جماعتوں سے وابسطہ خواتین اراکین پارلیمنٹ کو نمائندگی دی گئی اور اس کاکس کو 2010 کی بین الپارلیمانی یونین رپورٹ اور CPA پبلیکیشنز اور اقوام متحدہ کی مختلف ایجنسیوں نے رول ماڈل کا درجہ دیا اور اس کی کارکردگی کو سراہا ۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ  قومی اسمبلی میں 2014 میں پائیدار ترقی  کے اہداف پر خصوصی پارلیمانی ٹاسک فورس کا قیام عمل میں لایا گیا اور پاکستان کی پارلیمنٹ پہلی پارلیمنٹ ہے جس نے اپنے ترقیاتی ایجنڈے کو  ملینم ڈولپمنٹ گولز ( MDGs )کو پائیدار ترقی اہداف( SDGs )میں منتقل کیا۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ اس سے  پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی  کی  کارکردگی اور  فعالیت کا اندازہ لگایا  جا سکتا ہے۔ اسپیکر نے   کہا کہ  توانائی کے تحفظ کے لیے پاکستان کی پارلیمنٹ نے  ون میگا واٹ سولر سسٹم لگا کر پہلی بار 100 فیصد گرین پارلیمنٹ بننے کا اعزاز حاصل کیا۔

اسپیکر نے پاکستان میں حالیہ سیلاب سے ہونے والی تباہی کا ذکر کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ SDGs  سیکرٹریٹ نےسیلاب کے دوران  انتہائی اہم کردار ادا کیا اور آئی پی یو ایشیا پیسفک ریجن کے رکن ممالک پر مشتمل سیمینار منعقد کرا کر  دنیا کو پاکستا ن میں موسیمیاتی تبدیلیوں ہونے والے نقصانات سے آگاہ کیا اس سیمینار میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں متاثرہ ممالک کے لیے فنڈ کے قیام کا مطالبہ کیا۔ پاکستان کے پارلیمانی وفد نے شرم الشیخ میں COP 27 بین الاقوامی کانفرنس میں دنیا کو باور کرایا کہ پاکستان عالمی ماحولیاتی تباہی کا شکار ہوا ہےجبکہ پاکستان کا زہریلی گیسوں کے اخراج میں حصہ نا ہونے کے برابر ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ  نوجوان کسی بھی قوم اور معاشرے کی ترقی کے لیے بنیادی  حیثیت رکھتے ہیں پاکستان کی پارلیمنٹ میں ینگ پارلیمنٹرینز فورم قائم  کیا گیا جو نوجوانوں کی فلاح و بہبود کے لیے اہم کردار ادا کر رہا ہے اور یہ فورم نا صرف نوجوانوں بلکہ پارلیمنٹ اور عوام کے درمیان پل  کا کردار ادا کر رہا ہے۔

پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی میں کمیٹی سسٹم میں اصلاحات نے لائی گئی ہیں۔ کمیٹیوں میں طاقتور کمیٹی پبلک اکاؤنٹس کمیٹی ہے جس کی سربراہی اپوزیشن  کے پاس ہے، تمام وزارتیں ایک اسٹینڈنگ آرڈر کے ذریعے پابند ہیں کہ وہ اپنا سالانہ پبلک سیکٹر ڈویلپمنٹ پروگرام پی ایس ڈی پی ہر سال 30 جنوری تک اپنی متعلقہ کمیٹی میں جمع کرائیں،جس کی روشی میں پی ایس ڈی پی منظوری سے قبل اس کی مکمل جانچ پڑتال اور ترمیم کی جائے۔پاکستان کو یہ اعزاز بھی حاصل ہے کہ وہ جنوبی ایشیا کا پہلا ملک ہے جس نے معلومات کی آزادی کا قانون بنایا ہے، معلومات تک رسائی کا حق ایکٹ 2017 کے تحت کوئی بھی شہری پارلیمنٹ اور ایگزیکٹو سے متعلق کسی بھی معلومات کے انکشاف کا مطالبہ کر سکتا ہے۔ پاکستان کی پارلیمان نے دنیا کے تمام دوست ممالک کے ساتھ روابط کے فروغ کے لیے دوستی گروپس تشکیل دے ہیں۔دوستی گروپس بین الاقوامی اور علاقائی پارلیمانی فورمز کے ذریعے پارلیمانی سفارت کاری کو فروغ دینے کا اہم ذریعہ ہیں،  دوستی گروپ موجودہ دو طرفہ اور کثیر جہتی تعلقات کو مضبوط بنانے کی راہ ہموار کر رہے ہیں، پاکستان IPU، CPA، اسلامی ممالک کی پارلیمانی یونین کے فعال شراکت دار ہے۔ ہمارے اقدامات کے نتیجے میں اقتصادی تعاون تنظیم (PAECO) کی پارلیمانی اسمبلی، افغانستان، چین، ایران، پاکستان، روسی فیڈریشن اور ترکی کے اسپیکرز کانفرنس ہوئی، جس میں دہشتگردی کے خاتمے اور علاقائی روابط کو مضبوط بنانے جیسے نئے فورمز کی تشکیل ہوئی۔

اسپیکر نے کہا کہ سال 2022 میں پاکستان کی آزادی کا 75 سال مکمل ہوئے ہیں، پاکستان کی 75 ویں یوم آزادی کے موقع پر پارلیمنٹ میں ڈائمنڈ جوبلی منائی گئی۔ ڈائمنڈ جوبلی کے موقع پر مختلف تقریبات کا انعقاد کیا گیا،گزشتہ سال 10 اگست سے 13 اگست تک ایوان دروازے عام عوام کے لیے کھول گے۔ قومی اسمبلی ہال کے اندر عام شہریوں، اقلیتی برادری سے تعلق رکھنے افراد، خواتین، اور بچوں کے پارلیمنٹ کے خصوصی اجلاس منعقد کیے گئے۔پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کے ان خصوصی تقریبات کو دنیا بھر میں سراہا گیا۔قومی اسمبلی کے ایوان میں  سینیٹری ورکر، ٹرانس جینڈر، اسکول کے اساتذہ، نرسوں اور چھوٹے بچوں نے اپنی شکایات کے ذریعے عوامی نمائندوں کی توجہ اپنی طرف مبذول کرائی۔ کابینہ کے وزراء، کمیٹی کے سربراہوں، موجودہ اور سابق اراکین قومی اسمبلی نے معاشرے کے عام لوگوں کی باتوں کو بغور سنا،  تاریخ میں پہلی بار پارلیمنٹ ٹوئٹر کا ٹاپ ٹرینڈ بنا، ایک بچے کی تقریر کو سوشل میڈیا پر 60 لاکھ سے زیادہ ہٹس ملے۔بچوں کی پارلیمنٹ میں منظور کی گئی قرارداد کو مدنظر رکھتے ہوئے قومی اسمبلی میں چلڈرن کاکس تشکیل دیا گیا ہے، چلڈرن پارلیمنٹری کاکس اس وقت بچوں سے متعلق تمام قوانین اور ریاستی اداروں کے کام کا جائزہ لے رہا ہے،۔

پارلیمنٹ نے خصوصی افراد کے لیے پہلی مرتبہ پبلک سیکٹر بلڈنگ آڈٹ کیا۔ جس کی  سفارشات پر غور کرتے ہوئے، پوری عمارت کو PWDs کے لیے قابل رسائی بنایا گیا۔ ریمپس، خصوصی واش روم بنا کر اور PWDs کے لیے دیگر فکسچر لگائے۔پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی ویب سائٹ کو بصارت اور سماعت سے محروم افراد کے لیے قابل رسائی بنایا گیا ہے۔قومی اسمبلی میں آئین پاکستان کو بصارت سے محروم افراد کے لیے بریل فارمیٹ سے ہم آہنگ کیا گیا ہے۔

Parliamentary cooperation is a pre-requisite for furthering people-to-people contacts and boosting ties among the member states. Parliaments need to work jointly on common issues particularly climate change and the socio-economic uplift of the masses. Adaptation of modern technology can help parliaments to fast pace their workings and expand outreach to the general public. The Parliament of Pakistan is at the forefront of modernization and digitalization in its work. National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf made these remarks during the 26th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC), being held in Canberra, Australia from Jan 3-6,2023.

It is pertinent to mention that the Parliament of Australia is hosting this important parliamentary moot of the Speakers of Parliament from 56 countries of the Commonwealth.

Speaker Raja Pervez was elected to the Standing Committee of the CSPOC from the Asia Region as he participated in the inaugural session and among others, he also expressed his views at the session on Parliament's security-related matters.

Later in the day, he held an important bilateral meeting with his host, Speaker Hon Milton Dick of the House of Representatives of the Parliament of Australia. The two sides discussed bilateral and multilateral cooperation and agreed to support each other on all global and regional forums.

He also held sideline meetings with Speakers of Sri Lanka, Canada, the UK, Malta and others.

Islamabad; January, 2, 2023: In pursuance clause (3) of Article 53 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Deputy Speaker National Assembly, Zahid Akram Durani shall act as Speaker National Assembly, with effect from today i.e., 2nd January, 2023 vice Raja Pervez Ashraf, Speaker National Assembly who has proceeded on an official visit abroad.

Welfare of overseas Pakistanis; the chief priority of incumbent government: NA Speaker

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that overseas Pakistanis have  always proven  themselves as   an asset for Pakistan. He also said these are overseas Pakistanis who always  come forward to support Pakistan in difficult times. he appreciated the concern and support  of overseas overseas Pakistani for flood affected people. He expressed these views during his meeting with UK/USA based Humanitarian group in Parliament House today.

While addressing the delegation, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan is destined for progress and development as Pakistani nation is determined and adamant to rise above the present challenges. He also said that it is time to adopt policies of harmony, reconciliation and dialogue as outlined by Mohtrama Shaheed Benazir Bhutoo and Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutoo.

The speaker also expressed his  unwavering confidence on the capabilities of Pakistani Armed forces to eliminate terrorism and extremism once for all from this land of harmony and tolerance. He said that the masses are facing challenges terrorism, extremism and inflation  and being public representatives the onus of responsibility fall on politicians to lead this nation out of these quagmires.  He said that this need  to rise above politics and  by adopting tolerance , love, and dialogue as key principles in present politics in Pakistan.

He said that the nation would rise above all these challenges by adopting self-respect, determination, consistency and tolerance for all as key principles in life and society.  He said that overseas Pakistanis have also witnessed that Pakistan have always come out victorious out if these challenges. He said that all  nations learn from their past and rise above challenges by adopting the principles of unity.

While talking about parliamentary performance, he said it was the first time in the history of Pakistan that doors of parliament were opened for all especially for downtrodden and marginalized segment of the population like women. Children, youth and transgender. He also said that the parliament has been at the forefront to fight case of climate justice for Pakistan and it also remained active to legislate for the common people. The Speaker also resolved that incumbent parliament would continue to focus on resolving present challenges.

Federal Minister for overseas Pakistani Mr. Sajid Hussain Turi was also present in the meeting. He said that addressing challenges of overseas Pakistani have been his chief focus as special courts would be established in the coming month to decide about property issues of overseas Pakistani.

Chairman NADRA also informed the delegation regarding NADRA initiatives to facilitate Pakistani immigrants like online issuance of attorney.

Members of  UK/USA Humanitarian Delegation for Pakistan led by Lord Quran Hussain Member of House of Lords appreciated speaker's initiatives for record legislation this year. They also expressed their solidarity with the flood affected people. They also said that they visited Pakistan to support the flood affected people. They also said that Khubaib foundation services are immaculate to serve the orphans and destitute.
They expressed their resolve that they would continue to support Pakistan till their last breath.
 

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر زاہد اکرم درانی نے ممبر قومی اسمبلی جعفر خان لغاری کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے جعفر خان لغاری کے اہلخانہ کے نام اپنے علیحدہ علیحدہ تعزیتی پیغامات میں مرحوم کی وفات پر تعزیت کا اظہار کیا ہے۔انہوں نے مرحوم کی سیاسی اور سماجی زندگی کو خراج تحسین پیش کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ جعفر خان لغاری کی سیاسی اور سماجی خدمات کو ہمیشہ یاد رکھا جائے گا اور ان کی وفات سے پیدا ہونے والا خلاء تادیر پر نہیں ہو سکے گا۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے اللہ تعالیٰ سے مرحوم کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا کی۔

Reconciliation, harmony and dialogue; key to steer country out of present socio-economic challenges says NA Speaker

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan is destined for progress and development as Pakistani nation is determined and adamant to rise above the present challenges. He said that the sun of this year would shine on all of us as the sun of progress, prosperity and development. He also said that it is time to adopt policies of harmony, reconciliation and dialogue as outlined by Mohtrama Shaheed Benezair Bhtoo and Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutoo. He expressed these views while felicitating the nation on the eve of New Year 2023.

The speaker also expressed his unwavering confidence on the capabilities of Pakistani Armed forces to eliminate terrorism and extremism once for all from this land of harmony and tolerance. He said that the masses are facing challenges terrorism, extremism and inflation  and being public representatives the onus of responsibility fall on politicians to lead this nation out of these quagmires. He said that this need  to rise above politics and  by adopting tolerance , love, and dialogue as key principles in present politics in Pakistan.

He said that the nation would rise above all these challenges by adopting self-respect, determination, consistency and tolerance for all as key principles in life and society.  He said that all  nations learn from their past and rise above challenges by adopting the principles of unsinkable belief, consistent action , love for all as outlined in the verse of great poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal ,
  ’’یقین محکم عمل  پیہم محبت فاتح عالم ‘‘

The speaker also reminded it was the first time in the history of Pakistan that doors of parliament were opened for all especially for downtrodden and marginalized segment of the population like women. Children, youth and transgender. He also said that the parliament has been at the forefront to fight case of climate justice for Pakistan and it also remained active to legislate for the common people. The Speaker also resolved that incumbent parliament would continue to focus on resolving present challenges.

The Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durani has also felicitated the nation on the advent of New Year and expressed hope that the New Year will bring happiness, joy and relief from sorrows to the nation and to the world.  He was confident that 2023 will prove year of peace, stability and harmony in the region and beyond.

NA Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf expressed dismay over the inadequate care and  non-standard repair of the Democracy  monument in the lawn of Parliament House
 
 Islamabad: 28 December 2022. While talking to media In   Parliament House on Wednesday, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervaiz Ashraf  has said that he was telephonically contacted  by  PTI's former chief WhipnMalik Amir Dogar as he was in Larkana. He said that a representative delegation of PTI wanted to meet him regarding PTI Members resignations.  During telephonic conversation, Malik Amir Dogar also  inquired about his return and the Speaker informed him that he would  return on December 28.

After getting a flight on December 27, he reached   Islamabad at night and remained present  at the Parliament House office at 10:00 am today.
Meanwhile, He also held telephonic conversation with  Former Chief Whip  Malik Amir  to inform him  about his presence and told that he had been waiting for the PTI delegation in his office since morning.

Former Chief Whip informed the speaker the PTI delegation would call on NA Speaker office on  Thursday instead of Wednesday. While again acceding their change of schedule , the PTI delegation would now call on the Speaker  at  Parliament House on Thursday at 11:30 am.

While commenting about   confirmation of PTI MNAs  resignations, Speaker National Assembly said that there is a clear procedure for confirmation of resignations in the rules and regulations of the National Assembly and the resignations would be confirmed in accordance   with the constitution and Rules of Business of National Assembly law and rules of the National Assembly.  He said that even if he  desired to confirm resignation  as the Speaker he could not accept the resignation of anyone outside of the constitution and the rules and regulations of the National Assembly.  He said that as the speaker of the National Assembly, he would  not commit any act  against the constitution and the law. The speaker also  added that a PTI member from Karachi  submitted an affidavit in the court that he did not resign.

In response to a question from media representatives, he said that Shah Mehmood Qureshi is a respectable and seasoned politician and he would be welcome in parliament .  He  also expressed his desire  that the members of PTI should return to the assembly and play their constitutional role. He said that the parliament is the plateforum of Representatives of  22 crore people and the country's problems can only  be re-solved only through this parliament.  He also emphasized the need to think beyond politics for the survival of the country and the nation, there is a need to think beyond politics when it comes to the country. He said that  we all  should work for the survival of the country.
 Later on , Speaker National Assembly Raja Parvez Ashraf  also visited the memorial of those who sacrificed for the protection of the constitution and democracy established in Sabzazaar of the Parliament House. The Speaker expressed his dismay  over the poor maintenance and non-standard repair work of the monument.  He directed the senior officials of the Capital Development Authority to restore the monument to its original condition by completing the renovation and repair work within three weeks.  Media representatives, senior officers of the National Assembly Secretariat and CDA were also present on this occasion.

Islamabad;  29th December 2022;  Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that there is always space for dialogue and political reconciliation. He said that political Consensus is key to overcome the challenges being faced the country at present. He suggested that the members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf should return to the House and play their constitutional role. He ensured them that as the Speaker he would ensure that they could play their role effectively.

The Speaker said that the resignations of PTI members could only be accepted under the procedure laid down in the constitution and the Rules of Business of the National Assembly. He expressed these views during his meeting with PTI Delegation led by Former Speaker National Assembly Mr. Asad Qaiser today in Parliament House. Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani was also present in the meeting.The meeting was held in amicable atmosphere.
 
Speaker National Assembly Raja Ashraf, while inviting the PTI members of the National Assembly to return to the House, said that doors are never closed in politics, friendly relations among diverse political parties should be maintained. He said that Parliament is the only forum where Politicians can sit together and resolve people's problems.  Emphasizing the need for the continuation of the democratic system, he said that the position he was holding today would  be occupied by someone else tomorrow and this is real beauty of democracy. He also emphasized that they all must work together to overcome the challenges being faced by common people.

The Speaker said that the politics of reconciliation is key to bring country out of Socio-economic challanges.

While deliberating upon matter of PTI members' resignation, the speaker said that there is a clear procedure in the constitution, law and rules of the National Assembly. Referring to the case of Islamabad High Court PLD 2014, he said that the office of Speaker of  National Assembly is not just a post office. He also referred to Article 64 of the Constitution and Rule 43 of the Rules of Business of the National Assembly.  He said that Article 64 of the Constitution and Rule 43 of the Rules of Business of the National Assembly, 2007 lay down the clear procedure for confirming the resignations.

He said that according to the constitution and the rules of Business of  National Assembly, the resignation of the member of the National Assembly should be handwritten and he should appear before the Speaker individually to satisfy the Speaker that the members resigns without any pressure. He said that a Member of the Assembly is a representative of 6 to 7 lakh people and unless the Speaker is satisfied that a member has submitted his resignation voluntarily without any pressure,  it is not rationale for the Speaker to accept the resignation. He said that some of the PTI members whose resignations were received by the Secretariat have applied for their leave from the House and some members attended the House. He said that an MNA from Karachi whose resignation was accepted went to the Islamabad High Court and gave an affidavit in the court that he did not resign. He said that there was a detailed discussion on the petition filed regarding the resignations and the High Court approved National Assembly stance. 

The head of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's representative delegation, former Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser thanked the Speaker National Assembly for meeting and said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf demands immediate elections in the country. He asked the Speaker to approve the resignations submitted by the members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Assembly.

On this occasion, Fatiha  was also recited for departed souls of Grand mother of Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani.

Beside former Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser, former Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri, former Chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar, Attaullah Khan, Amjad Khan Niazi, Niaz Ahmad Jakhar, Dr. Shabir Hussain Qureshi, Faheem Khan, Lal Chan Malahi and Tahir Iqbal were also present in the meeting.

Islamabad: December 27, 2022: The spokesperson of the National Assembly has confirmed that Former PTI Chief Whip in National Assembly Malik Amir Dogar telephonically contacted Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and requested a formal meeting to deliberate upon the issue of the confirmation of the resignation of PTI members of Members National Assembly.
It is pertinent to mention that Speaker National Assembly is currently present in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh in connection with the 15th anniversary of the martyrdom of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto. The Former Chief Whip informed that a delegation of PTI leaders comprising former Chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar, Vice Chairperson PTI Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Senior PTI Political leader Mr. Pervez Khattak, and some other PTI leaders would be present in the meeting. The PTI delegation would discuss the matter of resignations of Members National Assembly of PTI. It was also informed that earlier it was decided by PTI that all 124 members of PTI will appear before the speaker, but later it was decided that a delegation of PTI  Senior Political leaders would meet with NA Speaker.
Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf welcomed this formal contact on behalf of PTI. He also said that there is always room for political discussion and dialogue. He encouraged the continuity of dialogue among political leaders and parties. The Speaker also reiterated that there is a clear procedure in the Constitution of Pakistan and the rules of Business of the National Assembly of Pakistan regarding the confirmation of resignations of members National Assembly and this procedure would be followed in letter and spirit.It is, further, mentioned that the Speaker has already formally responded to a letter from Mr. Shah Mehmood Qureshi and also formally written to all PTI members that the procedure of confirmation of resignation would be adopted as per the Constitution and Rules of Business of the National Assembly of Pakistan.Former PTI Chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar thanked the Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and it was agreed upon that PTI delegation comprising senior leadership of PTI would call on the Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf soon after his return from Garhi Khuda Baksh.
 

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Raja Pervez Ashraf, Speaker and Zahid Akram Durani, Deputy Speaker National Assembly have said that every Pakistani should follow the golden principles of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to attain a respectable and dignified place for Pakistan in the comity of nations. They expressed these views in their separate messages to nation on 146th Birth Anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

The Speaker Raja Perviaz Ashraf, said that Quaid-e-Azam was a visionary leader of 20th Century and was a symbol of integrity and honesty. “Quaid also desired that every citizen should have equal opportunities of education, health, progress and justice’’ he said.

The Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durani, said that the befitting way to pay tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is to forge unity among our ranks, work hard for the progress and prosperity of the country.

He said that we should focus on unity, faith and discipline in order to lead Pakistan to progress and prosperity.

Raja Pervez Ashraf, Speaker and Zahid Akram Durani, Deputy Speaker National Assembly have said that every Pakistani should follow the golden principles of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to attain a respectable and dignified place for Pakistan in the comity of nations. They expressed these views in their separate messages to nation on 146th Birth Anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

The Speaker Raja Perviaz Ashraf, said that Quaid-e-Azam was a visionary leader of 20th Century and was a symbol of integrity and honesty. “Quaid also desired that every citizen should have equal opportunities of education, health, progress and justice’’ he said.

The Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durani, said that the befitting way to pay tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is to forge unity among our ranks, work hard for the progress and prosperity of the country.

He said that we should focus on unity, faith and discipline in order to lead Pakistan to progress and prosperity.

پی ٹی آئی کے وائس چیئرمین شاہ محمود قریشی کی جانب سے بھیجے گئے خط کے جواب میں قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ کی جانب سے جوابی خط ارسال کر دیا گیا۔خط کے متن کے مطابق میں پی ٹی آئی کے اراکین قومی اسمبلی کو استعفوں کی تصدیق کے لیے بلایا جائےگا۔پی ٹی آئی کے ہر ممبر قومی اسمبلی کو ذاتی حیثیت میں اپنے استعفیٰ کی تصدیق کرنا ہو گی۔پی ٹی آئی کے ممبران قومی اسمبلی کو استعفوں کی تصدیق کے لیے قومی اسمبلی کے طریق کار 2007 کے قواعد و ضوابط کے ذیلی قاعد 43 کے پیراگراف (B) کے تحت بلایا جائےگا۔

 

یاد رہے کہ پی ٹی آئی کے ممبران قومی اسمبلی کو 06 سے 10 جون 2022 تک استعفوں کی تصدیق کے لیے اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کے چیمبر میں مدعو کیا گیا تھا۔باضابط طور پر مدعو کرنے کے باوجود پی ٹی آئی کے کوئی بھی ممبر قومی اسمبلی استعفے کی تصدیق کے لیے نہیں آیا تھا۔

Islamabad 22nd December 2022: Speaker National Assembly  Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf participated in the cake cutting Ceremony on the eve of Christmas. Member National Asia Azeem was also present at the event. Employees belonging to the Christian community in the National Assembly, Senate and CDA  participated in the event.

Speaker National Assembly Greeted the Christian community on the joyous occasion of Christmas and expressed solidarity with the community on the behalf of parliament on this festival of joy. He further said that Pakistan stands with the Christian community in their days of joy equally.

The Speaker said that the role of the Christian community is of key importance in the development and prosperity of Pakistan and their services in the key institutions of Pakistan are commendable. Speaker Raja Parvez Ashraf also stated that The Constitution of Pakistan provides equal rights to the minority community living in the country. The government is determined to provide equal rights to all minorities according to the Constitution of Pakistan and the principles of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

The guests present at the ceremony paid respect and gratitude to the Speaker of National Assembly Pakistan for organizing the auspicious ceremony and celebrating the happiness of Christmas with them.

*A review meeting regarding the establishment of Punjab University Gujar Khan Campus held  under the chairmanship of Speaker National Assembly*

*The people of the region are eager for the early establishment of Punjab University Gujar Khan Campus, Speaker National Assembly*

*Chairman HEC assured the launch of classes in Punjab University Gujar Khan Campus in February 2023*

Islamabad 22nd December 2022: A review meeting regarding the establishment of Punjab University Gujjar Khan Campus was held at Parliament House on Thursday under the chairmanship of Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf. Secretary Planning and Development Commission Syed Zafar Ali Shah, Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, Vice Chancellor Punjab University Dr. Asghar Zaidi, Chief Planning and Development Commission Arif Rehman, and other relevant officers  participated in the meeting. Funds for setting up sub-campus of Khan and other issues related to initiation of  the classes were discussed.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Parvez Ashraf articulated that the establishment of a sub-campus of Punjab University Gujar Khan is very important for education, especially women's education. They are eagerly waiting. He said that measures should be taken on an emergency basis for the establishment of this campus. He said that not only the students of Gujar Khan will benefit from the establishment of this campus, but also Kharian, Jhelum, Mirpur, Students from Chakwal, Tehsil Murree and other remote areas of Azad Kashmir will have better opportunities to get higher education. He directed the Secretary Planning Division to immediately release funds for the establishment of this campus.

Secretary Planning Division assured Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez of his full cooperation in the establishment of Punjab University Gujar Khan Campus. He assured that Ministry of Higher Education Ministry of Planning and Development Division is serious about establishing Punjab University Gujar Khan Campus and starting classes and all possible steps will be taken in this regard.
 

Australian High Commissioner appreciated Pakistan's support to accommodate a large number of Afghan Refugees

Islamabad 21st December 2022; Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan Mr. Neil Hawkins called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf in Parliament House today. The Speaker said that enhancing parliamentary interactions and economic cooperation would be beneficial for both countries.

While expressing dismay and concern on the rising insurgency and terrorist activities in the country, the Speaker said that the Pakistani people and government have resolved to eliminate insurgency and rising terrorism at every cost. He said that the Pakistani nation is resolute enough to emerge victorious out of present socio-economic challenges. He said that Pakistan has been tackling the severe impacts of recent floods and he appreciated the support of the Australian people and government in this hour of need. He also appreciated the support of the Australian government to support initiatives of the Australian government to support Pakistan in ensuring water and food security, especially in Sindh.

The Speaker also stressed on the need to further develop contact between the business communities of both countries to tap the massive economic potential in Pakistan. He also said, "Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with Australia which are close people-to-people contacts and passion for cricket."

He also said that both countries are members of the Commonwealth and federations with bicameral legislatures. He also informed the Australian High Commissioner that the Pakistani Parliamentary delegation will participate in the 26th Conference of the Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) in Canberra from January 3-6, 2023.

The Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan appreciated the support of the Pakistani government and people to support Afghanistan refugees in Pakistan. He said that it is heartening to note that Afghanistan refugees are being provided basic facilities like health and education. He also reiterated the Australian government's resolve to support the Pakistani people and government to eliminate insurgency and tackle food security challenges.

 قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ
 
ڈائریکٹوریٹ جنرل آف میڈیا
 
پریس ریلیز
 
*اسپیکر و ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کا سابق وفاقی وزیر فردوس عاشق اعوان کی والدہ کے انتقال پر اظہار تعزیت*
 
اسلام آباد، 19 دسمبر، 2022؛اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر زاہد اکرم درانی نے سابق ممبر قومی اسمبلی اور سابق وفاقی وزیر فردوس عاشق اعوان کی والدہ کے انتقال پر تعزیت کا اظہار کیا ہے۔
 
اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر نے سابق وفاقی وزیر فردوس عاشق اعوان کے نام اپنے علیحدہ علیحدہ تعزیتی پیغامات میں ان کی والدہ کے انتقال پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے۔انہوں نے مرحومہ کی وفات کو سوگوار خاندان کے لیے ناقابل تلافی نقصان قرار دیا ہے۔
 
اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے اللہ تعالیٰ سے مرحومہ کے درجات کی بلندی اور سوگوار خاندان کو اس ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو برداشت کرنے کے لیے صبر جمیل عطاء فرمانے کی دعا کی۔
 

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf chaired  meeting regarding the establishment of Punjab University on Monday in Islamabad. Secretary Planning and Development Commission, Chief Planning and Development Commission and other Senior officers participated in the meeting. In the meeting, the matters related to release of funds for the establishment of sub-campus of Punjab University Gujar Khan  was discussed.

While talking about imperativeness of establishment of Punjab university Campus in Gujar Khan, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf said that education, especially higher education, is the backbone of development of every  society. He said that the promotion of higher education is one of the chief priorities of the current government. He said, "To achieve this goal, enough  funds has been allocated in the recent budget."  While mentioning about the establishment of a sub-campus of the Punjab University in Gujar Khan, he said that the establishment of a sub-campus of the Punjab University Gujar Khan is a long-standing demand of the people of the region. He stressed on the need to take immediate steps for release of funds for immediate establishment of this campus. He said that not only the students of Gujar Khan will benefit from the establishment of this campus, but students from Kharian, Jhelum, Mirpur, Chakwal, Tehsil Murri and Azad Kashmir would also take benefit from this opportunity. 

He directed the Secretary Planning Division to release funds for the establishment of this campus immediately.

The Secretary Planning Division briefed the participants of meeting on the progress regarding the establishment of Punjab University Gujar Khan Campus. He assured that the release of funds for the establishment of Gujar Khan Punjab University Campus would be ensured on priority. On this occasion, the Secretary Planning and Development Division asked the Chief Planning and Development Division to complete all the codal activities in connection with the release of funds.

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• Kazakhstan, a key Central Asian country of our ‘Vision Central Asia’ policy: NA Speaker

• Kazakhstan to reap full benefits from CPEC and transit facility of Pakistan: Chairman Mazhilis of Parliament

Pakistan aimed to build sustainable and result-oriented engagement with Central Asian Republics through its “Vision Central Asia” Policy. Pakistan keenly working on furthering cooperation with all Central Asian states particularly Kazakhstan on all matters of mutual interest. He made these remarks in a meeting with Honorable Chairman Yerlan Koshanov, Mazhilis of Parliament led Parliamentary delegation, today at the Parliament House, Islamabad. National Assembly Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani and Federal Minister Shazia Atta Marri were also in attendance.

Speaker underscored that short and easy access to the sea, to land-locked Central Asian states through our Karachi and Gwadar ports was a key component of that vision. He also emphasized on the fact that Pakistan was a key conduit to connect Central Asia with the rest of the world in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

He also express deep gratitude to the Honorable Yerlan who visited Pakistan at his invitation. He highlighted that this visit would prove pivotal in fastening the pace of cooperation, particularly in the parliamentary arena. Parliament’s active participation from both sides would help in better implementation of ongoing projects and provide legal support to cope with the matters essential to further strengthen fraternal bilateral ties particularly related to trade, tourism, and promotion of people-to-people contacts.

Honorable Chairman Yerlan Koshanov while thanking the Speaker expressed condolences over the devastations caused in the country due to recent floods.  He underscored that both countries share historic, religious and cultural ties which were further strengthened through 30 years of diplomatic and parliamentary engagements.

The Chairman highlighted that his country was aware of the trade conduit provided by Pakistan and he was hopeful that his visit and the forthcoming visit of the President of his country to Pakistan would be significant in boosting trade and investment between the two sides. He also extended an invitation to Speaker National Assembly for an official visit to Kazakhstan as that would further enhance ties between both countries.

Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety and Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Shazia Atta Marri during the Call on underscored enhancing cooperation in fields of tourism, trade; relaxing visa policies; youth exchanges and furthering women's participation in decision-making processes.

Mr. Yerlan fully agreed with the matters discussed during the meeting and assured to play his part in resolving all impending issues for promoting peace and prosperity in both countries.

Earlier, Chairman Yerlan Koshanov planted a sapling of Magnolia Grand flora on the lawn of Parliament in presence of the Speaker, Deputy Speaker & parliamentarians from both sides. Afterward, they also prayed for progress & prosperity of both sides & Muslim Ummah.

Besides, the visiting delegation also visited the parliament house and was briefed about its history, functions, and voting mechanisms.

The visit of the Chairman of the Lower House of Kazakhstan first of its kind in the history of Pak-Kazakhstan bilateral ties
 
Islamabad: 9th December; Upon the special invitation of the Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan Raja Pervez Ashraf, a high-level Parliamentary delegation of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan led by Chairman of Mazhilis of Parliament of Kazakhstan Mr. Yerlan Koshanov is arriving in Islamabad on three days official visit on Sunday 11th December 2022.
 
It is pertinent to mention that both Pakistan and Kazakhstan enjoy cordial relations based on mutual values and shared economic interests. Kazakhstan, being an important country among the Central Asian Republics (CARs), exercises sizable influence within the CARs. The Parliament of Kazakhstan is also a Member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Economic Cooperation Organization (PAECO). This visit would not only serve as a tool in promoting the scope of cooperation between the two sides but also supplement the endeavors of the governments in broadening and deepening the bilateral ties in order to transform them; into necessary people-to-people contacts.
 
The Year 2022 marks the 30th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between both brotherly countries and this visit of the Chairman of the Lower House of Kazakhstan is the first-ever in the 30 years history of bilateral relations between both countries.
 
During its stay in Islamabad, besides meeting with the Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan Raja Pervez Ashraf, Kazakhstan Delegation would also call on the President of Pakistan, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, the Chairman Senate and Members of Pak-Kazakhstan Parliamentary Friendship Group in Parliament House. The delegation will also visit historical and cultural places in Islamabad.
 
The Parliamentary delegation of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan comprises of Mr. Yerlan Koshanov Chairman of Parliament of Kazakhstan, Mr. Aigul Kuspan Chairman of the Committee for International Affairs, Defense and Security, Mr. Darkhan Mynbay Head of Kazakhstan-Pak PFG, Mr. Amanzhol Altai Member of Committee for Social and Cultural Development, Mr. Serik Yerunayev and Mr. Yedil Zhanbyrshin Members of Committee for Environmental and Natural Resources, Mr. Gaziz Kulakhmetov Member of Committee for Economic Reform and Regional Development, Mr. Renat Aitayev Head of Staff of Parliament of Kazakhstan.

Achieving the goals of the National Security Policy key to the progress and development of the country says Federal Minister Murtaza Javed Abbasi

7th December 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Implementing National Security Policy (NSP) requires National and Political Consensus. He said that a political Consensus is the only way forward to achieve the goals of NSP. He expressed these views during his meeting with Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Javed Abbasi in Islamabad today.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan has been facing the challan of the global Climate challenge as recent devastating floods have caused loss of lives and properties. He also said that in order to grapple with socio-economic challenges, the National consensus to implement the goals of NSP for achieving the goals of Food security, water Security and Prosperity of common people.

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Javed Abbasi said that Parliament is the only platform where political Consensus can be developed. He also said that the progress and development of the country are interlinked with the consensus between political leaders / Political parties on National issues. He, further, appreciated the cooperation extended by the National Assembly Speaker in this regard.

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قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

ڈائریکٹوریٹ جرنل آف میڈیا
 
پریس ریلیز

 

ووٹرز ڈے منانے کا مقصد ووٹ کی اہمیت و افادیت اجاگر کرنا ہے، سپیکر و ڈپٹی سپیکر قومی اسمبلی


عوام اپنا حق رائے دہی استعمال کر کہ بہتر قیادت کا انتخاب کر سکتے ہیں، راجہ پرویز اشرف
 

اسلام آباد، 6 دسمبر 2022: سپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی سپیکر زاہد اکرم درانی نے کہا ہے کہ ووٹرز ڈے مانانے کا مقصد عوام میں ووٹ کی اہمیت کو اجاگر کرنا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ جمہوری نظام میں ہر شہری کو اپنا حق رائے دہی استعمال کرنے کا حق ہوتا ہے، اور عوام اپنے ووٹ سے مثبت تبدیلی لا سکتی ہے۔ ان خیالات کا اظہار انہوں نے عالمی ووٹرز ڈے کے موقع پر کیا جو ہر سال 7 دسمبر کو پوری دنیا منایا جاتا ہے۔


سپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے کہا کہ  اسلامی جمہوریہ پاکستان کا آئین ملک میں بسنے والے تمام لوگوں کو حق رائے دہی کے ذریعے جمہوری قوتوں کو مضبوط بنانے کا مکمل اختیار دیتا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ ملک میں شفاف انتخابات کے ذریعے عوام کی امنگوں کے مطابق قیادت کا چناؤ کیا جا سکتا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ جمہوری نظام کے تسلسل کے لیے ضروری ہے کہ اسمبلیاں اپنی آئینی مدت پوری کریں اور ووٹ کے ذریعے اقتدار کی منتقلی عمل میں لائی جاے۔ انہوں نے تمام سیاسی جماعتوں کو آپس کے اختلافات کو بھلا کر مشترکہ طور پر انتخابی عمل مزید فعال بنانے کے لیے اصلاحات لانے کی ضرورت پر زور دیا۔


سپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا کہ جمہوریت عام آدمی کو ملکی معملات میں اپنا حصہ ڈالنے کا موقع فراہم کرتی ہے۔ ان کا کہنا تھا کے ملک میں جمہوری استحکام پیدہ کر کے ہم اس کو ایک ترقی یافتہ ملک بنا سکتے ہیں۔


اس موقع پر ڈپٹی سپیکر زاہد اکرم درانی نے کہا کہ ووٹ کی طاقت عوام کو ایک مخلص قیادت چننے کا حق دیتی ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ ہم اپنے ووٹ کے ذریعے ملک کو بہترین قیادت دے کر اسے ایک روشن مستقبل دے سکتے ہیں۔ انہوں نے میڈیا پر زور دیا کہ وہ عوام میں ووٹ کی اہمیت کو اجاگر کرنے میں اپنا کردار ادا کریں۔

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has visited the house of Senator Begum Najma Hameed, the former president of the women's wing of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz. The Speaker offered Fatiha for the departed soul of Begum Najma Hameed. He expressed his heartfelt condolences to MNA Ms.Tahira Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Maryam Aurangzeb and other members of the bereaved family.
The Speaker also paid tribute to the political and social services of the deceased. He said that Begum Najma Hameed was a sincere, poor-loving and dignified political leader. His services for democracy will always be remembered. He further said that the vacuum created by her death will not be filled soon.

Islamabad, 2nd December 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani have said that differently abled persons have immense potential when they are provided equal opportunities of employment and education,  they play  positive role in the progress of the country. They said that provision of inclusive opportunity to all sectors of the society is the chief  priority of the encumbant government. They expressed these views in their separate messages on the occasion of International day of Persons with Disabilities, which is  commemorated on 3rd December every year under the flag of United Nations.

On the occasion, the Speaker said that differently abled  people are proving themselves in all fields of life. He said that Saimma Saleem who got her sixth position in Central Superior Services exam (CSS) is currently serving as a permanent representative of Pakistan in the United Nations  in Geneva, who fought the case of Kashmir on behalf of Pakistan in the UN General Assembly session last year.  He stressed upon   the need to utilize the skills of differently abled  people to play a positive  role in the development of the country.

The Speaker said that the incumbant Parliament is taking all possible measures to resolve the challenges  faced by the differently abled persons. In this regard, the  proper legislation has been enacted first time in the history of Parliament, to address the challenges faced by them in different walks of life. He said that First time in the history, the Parliament building was  made accessible for differently abled people. In this regard, the constitution of Pakistan was also  converted to brail system to make it accessible for visually impaired people. Similarly, the website of the National Assembly has been made accessible to visually impaired and speech impaired persons. He said that ramps have been installed on stairs to make it easy for physically handicapped  people to move freely. He emphasized on the need to ensure strict implementation of the quota reserved for the physically challenged in government jobs.

The Speaker said that it is our responsibility to treat differently abled people with love and affection, without showing any pity upon them. “They need our support not pity,” he said.

On this occasion, Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani said that differently abled  people are rendering their services in every field of life and are playing a vital role in the construction and development of the country. He emphasized upon providing equal employment opportunities to the disabled persons. He said that if they are provided equal opportunities for employment and education, they can prove to be useful citizens of the country.

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Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan People's Party offered countless sacrifices for the promotion of democracy in the country. He said that Pakistan People's Party has always worked as per the aspirations of the people and has always prioritized common people. He said "it is our responsibility to continue the mission of Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto and deliver their message to every house". He expressed these views on Wednesday at kurri Road Rawalpindi while addressing the participants of the event organized on the occasion of the 55th foundation day of Pakistan People's Party.

The Speaker said that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto founded Pakistan People's Party on November 30, 1967. He paid tribute to the martyrs of Pakistan People's Party and said that Pakistan People's Party is a valuable asset of the Workers' Party. He also said that the leadership of Rawalpindi Division has always given honor, Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto offered their lifes in the city of Rawalpindi. He said that the legacy of Pakistan People's Party will always be written in golden letters.

At the end of the ceremony, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf also attended the cake cutting ceremony of the 55th foundation day of Pakistan People's Party.

Later on, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf also participated as chief guest at the PPP Workers Convent at E-11 Islamabad. While addressing the participants, he said "Today, those who are going to be the pioneers of democracy do not even know the alphabet of democracy. He also categorically said, "it was Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto who empowered the people, who fought for common people." While paying tribute to struggle of Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutoo and Mohtarma Shaheed Benazir Bhutto, he said they would be ever remembered in the golden letters of the country's history.

اسلام آباد:30 نومبر 2022:   اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی زاہد اکرم درانی نے اورکزئی کے علاقے ڈولی میں کوئلے کی کان میں گیس دھماکے سے ہونے والے جانی نقصان پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا ہے ۔

اسپیکر اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے گیس دھماکے میں شہید ہونے والوں کے خاندانوں کے ساتھ دلی ہمدردی کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے اللہ تعالی سے  شہداء کے درجات کی بلندی کےلیے دعا کی ۔انہوں افسوس ناک واقعہ میں زخمی ہونے والوں کی جلد صحت یابی کے لئے بھی دعا کی ۔

Enhancing parliamentary cooperation essential for strengthening Pak-Canada relations

National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf has expressed gratitude to Parliament and Government of Canada for acceding his demand of relocating Canadian Visa processing Centre from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad. He also expressed his hope that Parliaments of both countries would continue to make efforts for enhancing mutual ties between both countries. He expressed these views in a letter written to Speaker of House of Commons Mr. Anthony Rota today. 

It is pertinent to mention that Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Raja Pervez Ashraf undertook an official visit to Canada in August 2022 for a Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference held in Halifax. On the margins of the Conference, the Speaker Pervez Ashraf held bilateral meetings with the Speakers of the House of Commons and Senate of Canada to discuss the possible avenues for advancing cooperation between the two sides. 

During the meetings, the Speaker of Pakistan urged his Canadian counterparts to relocate their Visa Application Centres (VACs) in Pakistan from Abu Dhabi as it would not only facilitate the Pakistani diaspora in Canada and Pakistani citizens visiting Canada, but also tremendously reduce the visa processing duration. The Canadian Presiding Officers assured the Speaker of Pakistan that they would take up the matter with their government and play their due role in making the arrangement possible. 

As a result of the successful parliamentary diplomacy by the Speaker and delegation of Pakistan, the Canadian government has now decided to move its Visa Application Centre to Pakistan. The relocation of the visa office to Islamabad will not only enable Canadian in Immigration officials to ascertain the credentials of applications within Pakistan but also reduce the processing time of the visa applications.

The Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Raja Pervez Ashraf undertook an official visit to Canada in August 2022 for a Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference held in Halifax. On the margins of the Conference, the Speaker Pervez Ashraf held bilateral meetings with the Speakers of the House of Commons and Senate of Canada to discuss the possible avenues for advancing cooperation between the two sides. 

During the meetings, the Speaker of Pakistan urged his Canadian counterparts to relocate their Visa Application Centres (VACs) in Pakistan from Abu Dhabi as it would not only facilitate the Pakistani diaspora in Canada and Pakistani citizens visiting Canada, but also tremendously reduce the visa processing duration. The Canadian Presiding Officers assured the Speaker of Pakistan that they would take up the matter with their government and play their due role in making the arrangement possible. 

As a result of the successful parliamentary diplomacy by the Speaker and delegation of Pakistan, the Canadian government has now decided to move its Visa Application Centre to Pakistan. The relocation of the visa office to Islamabad will not only enable Canadian Immigration officials to ascertain the credentials of applications within Pakistan but also reduce the processing time of the visa applications. The Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan has also written letters of thanks to his Canadian Counterparts for their expeditious action on the matter.

NA Speaker inaugurated National Coordination Forum - online Portal for coordination among women Parliamentary Causes

Islamabad : 24th November 2022: National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf has  said that  Parliamentary democracies are the only  vanguards of human rights, gender equality and sustainable developments in a country. He said that women have have been at  the center of development agenda of SDGs . While recognizing the role of women in the development of Pakistan, he said that  Without integration of women in legislation, economy, and politics  Nation’s development remains a distant dreams. He expressed these views while addressing the participants  ocof the "National Conference of Women’s Parliamentary Caucus”  organized by Women Parliamentary Caucus ( WPC)  in Pakistan Institute of Parliament Serves ( PIPS)  today .

 The Speaker congratulated  Secretary WPC Ms. Shahida Rehmani for arranging a National Conference of Women’s Parliamentary Caucus as it is for the first time that such an effort has been made to gather Women Legislators from National and Provincial Assemblies under one roof. He said that Women have always worked dedicatedly towards bringing sustainable change in the lives of their fellow women and  they have always played an imperative role in strengthening inter-provincial ties.

While commemorating the determination of  Mohtamra Shaheed Benzair Bhutto, the Speaker  said that she  is a symbol of invincible women as  a he served as the 11th and 13th Prime Minister of Pakistan. He said that  She was the first woman to head a democratic government in a Muslim majority country.

         Secretary WPC Ms Shahida Rehmani during her welcome remarks highlighted the extensive role played by women Parliamentarians in the development of Pakistan. German Ambassador also said "Germany supports women empowerment as their inclusion & participation in decision making is essential for sustainable development & building peaceful societies", Equal voice creates opportunities for equality.

         Ms. Asiya Nasir President, Resilient Women Network highlighted the significant role of Women Parliamentarians in policy intervention to promote women_rights & enhance their participation for socio-economic development of the country.She acknowledged the tireless efforts of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, Dr. Fehmida Mirza & all other Women Parliamentarians in strengthening democracy.
 MNA/Former Secretary WPC  Ms. Nafisa Shah  highlighted  WPC works on the principal of issue based affiliations.  MNA Ms. Kishwer Zehra while talking about gender discrimination and inequality proposed to establish more platforms to ensure significant representation of women in every sphere.
Senator Sana Jamali appreciated efforts of Speaker National Assembly & Secretary  WPC  for bridging gap between Federal & Provincial Assemblies to promote substantial role of women Parliamentarians & work together for betterment of women across the country.

The National Conference of Women's Parliamentary Caucus was attended by women Senators, Members from Federal and Provincial  Assemblies,  women intelligentsia and  women graduates from across Pakistan.

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Islamabad: 22nd November 2022: Ms. Yasmin Qureshi, Member of Parliament (MP) from the House of Commons (UK)/ Co-Chair of the All Parliamentary Group for Pakistan, paid a call on National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House, today.

While discussing relations between the two sides the Speaker remarked that Pakistan and UK enjoy exceptional bilateral and parliamentary ties based on mutual respect and mutual cooperation. He said that continuous interaction between legislatures of both countries would further induce upward momentum in enhancing existing cooperation in diverse sectors.

While commenting on the parliamentary cooperation between the two sides, the Speaker shared “Pakistan-UK Parliamentary Friendship Group is very vibrant and playing its active role in strengthening bilateral relations”. Moreover, high-level parliamentary exchanges would further augment relations between the two sides.

Speaker also expressed gratitude to the UK parliament, its government, and particularly the Pakistani diaspora for their timely support during floods, continuously raising the issue of Kashmir, cancellation of the international debt of Pakistan in the wake of recent climate-induced catastrophe in the country, and on all other matters of bilateral concern.

Islamabad: 21st November 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has stressed to enhance the performance capacity of PIPS and its role to support legislators and their supporting staff. He said, "PIPS as an organization has evolved over the years as a supportive organization for Federal and Provincial Parliaments yet there is a need to improve its work" He stressed the need to keep on updating the PIPS in modern ways so that it can achieve its organizational goals. He expressed these views while presiding over the meeting of the Board of Governors of the Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services (PIPS) in Islamabad today.
The Speaker expressed his hope that PIPS would follow the directions of members of the Board of Governors as they are experienced and seasoned parliamentarians. He sought the suggestions of all members of the Board of Governors to enhance the organizational capacity of PIPS. As per suggestions of members of the Board of Governors, the President Board of Governors PIPS Speaker constituted an executive committee to outline the attainable goals of PIPS. He also recommended to form an advisory committee to enhance the performance of PIPS. The Speaker also stressed the need to gear up the plan for the establishment of the PTV Parliament.
The matters pertaining to the establishment of PTV Parliament, and Parliamentary study programmes conducted by PIPS were discussed. Members of the Board of Governors stressed on the need to enhance collaboration with public universities to make the young generation aware of Parliamentary procedures and their importance.  
While responding to the briefing regarding Developing E-Portal for Members Parliamentary, the members said that a mobile-friendly website is developed so that members can be informed timely.
The Young Parliamentary subject expert programme, the legislative council of experts constituted by PIPS, the Rationale for creating new posts, and the establishment of Parliamentarians Resource Centre(PRCs) at the provincial parliament were other matters which were deliberated in a committee meeting. The members expressed their displeasure over the allocation of the non- Research staff at Parliament centers.
The members of Board of Governors also stressed the need to review the performance targets of PIPS. They also sought details of MOUs signed by PIPS.
Deputy Chairman Senate Mirza Muhammad Afridi appreciated the performance of PIPS and stressed the need to support PIPS staff so that PIPS can perform better.
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ms. Marriyum Aurangzeb, expressed dismay over the lack of research-based input for capacity building of parliaments. She also stressed to make PIPS an effective tool to assist Federal and Provincial legislatures.
The Board of Governors meeting was attended by Mr. Muhammad Sibtain khan Speaker Assembly Punjab. Mr. Kauda Babar Senator/Member, Mr.Dilawar Khan Senator/Member, Dr. Zarqa Suharwardy Taimur Senator/Member, Dr. Nisar Ahmed Cheema MNA/Member, Ms.Wajha Qamar MNA/Member, Ms. Marriyum Aurangzeb MNA/Member, Mr. Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah MNA/Member, Mr. Makhdoom Syed Sami Ul Hassan Gillani MNA/Member, Mr. Mohammad Qasim Samad Khan Secretary Senate of Pakistan, Mr. Tahir Hussain Secretary National Assembly of Pakistan.

 

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Establishment of Damage and Loss Fund in COP27 reflective of successful Parliamentary and Foreign Diplomacy says NA Speaker

NA Speaker & Deputy Speaker extend  felicitation to Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and Federal  Minister for climate change for their successful climate diplomacy

Islamabad: 20th November  2022: Speaker National Assembly  Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that the establishment of a damage and Loss fund in COP27  is the first appropriate step to mitigate the devastating impacts of global climate change in developing countries. He said, "this Fund would support developing nations in tackling climate disasters." While recognizing the successful Parliamentary and foreign diplomacy of Pakistan for climate justice, he said the establishment of the damage and Loss Fund in COP27 Egypt justifies Pakistan's stance on climate justice and supporting developing countries.

It is pertinent to mention that it was the National Assembly of Pakistan that first moved the resolution for the creation of the "Global Climate Fund" at the IPU General Assembly Session held in Rwanda recently.

This resolution was titled “Creating a Global Fund/Financing facility for climate vulnerable Countries to Address Loss and Damage Associated with Climate Change"

It is  also appropriate to mention that the Parliamentary delegation led by Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf  also vehemently  put forth the case of Pakistan while attending the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Canada in August 2022

Furthermore, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf remained at the forefront to sensitize the Parliaments of Asia Pacific regarding the devastation on the occasion of the 3rd IPU Regional Seminar for the Asia Pacific Region Parliaments on Sustainable Development Goals held successfully in the National Assembly of Pakistan.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani applauded the efforts of Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, Federal  Minister for Foreign Affairs Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Federal Minister for Climate Change for their successful parliamentary diplomacy. They equated this as the first right step on behalf of the global community to mitigate the disaster impacts of climate change, especially in developing countries.

Ensuring the provision of basic rights to each child: a catalyst for the development of every Nation  says NA Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf

Let's pledge to ensure mainstreaming  of our children in every  socio-economic sector of Pakistan: NA Speaker & Deputy Speaker

1st ever Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights to focus child-centric legislation indicate pledge of present Parliament to protect children Says NA Speaker

Islamabad: 19th November 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that safeguarding the rights of children as enshrined in the Constitution of the country is the prime priority of the present Parliament. He pledged that no stone would be left unturned to protect each and every child of Pakistan as the bright future of the country is dovetailed with the secure presence of children. He expressed these views on the occasion of World Children's day which is celebrated on 20th November each year across the world.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that the lives of more than 16 million children were devastated by flash floods. He said that they were deprived of basic facilities especially the health and education sectors were the worst affected.  He said that all efforts are being undertaken to rehabilitate these children's lives.

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf also stressed the need to eliminate child labour, Child harassment, Bonded Labour, and the elimination of cases of Child trafficking. He also said that the provision of equal opportunities to all children is vital to ensure a bright future for the country.

it is pertinent to mention that it has been the concern of the Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf as the 1st ever children's Assembly Session was held on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee Celebration in Parliament House. In this session, the Children from each segment of society participated and they presented a resolution in the House. Subsequently, National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf constituted the 1st Parliamentary Caucus for Child Rights in the National Assembly with the objective of legislating for the provision of basic rights to each and every child. The basic objectives of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights include child-centered legislation, advocacy and Oversight, and strengthening the National Commission on Child Rights.

Furthermore, a unanimous resolution presented by the Convener of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights was passed during the session of the National Assembly on 19th November 2022. While realizing the challenges faced by children, the House pledges to ensure the provision of basic rights, elimination of Child Labour, access to equal opportunities, and above all focus child-centric legislation.

Islamabad, 16 November 2022; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that 16th November is a memorable day in the political history of Pakistan when the Pakistan People's Party won the majority in the general elections of 1988, subsequently on 2nd December, 1988, the Shaheed Mohtrama  Benazir Bhutto was elected as the first woman Prime Minister of Pakistan. She was the first woman leader who led the Muslim nation on path of progress and prosperity.
Speaker National Assembly said that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto has rendered unforgettable services for stability of democracy, supremacy of constitution, rule of law and development of Pakistan and prosperity of people. He said that she is the real model of struggle and determination for all Pakistani women and following  her Pakistani women can lead Pakistan on the way of progress.
 

Islamabad, 16 November 2022; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf  has said that 16th November is a memorable day in the political history of Pakistan when the Pakistan People's Party won the majority in the general elections of 1988, subsequently on 2nd  December, 1988, the Shaheed Mohtrama  Benazir Bhutto was elected as the first woman Prime Minister of Pakistan. She was the first woman leader who led the Muslim nation on path of progres and prosperity.

Speaker National Assembly said that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto has rendered unforgettable services for stability of democracy, supremacy of constitution, rule of law and development of Pakistan and prosperity of people. He said that she is the real model of struggle and determination  for all Pakistani women and following  her Pakistani women can lead pakistan on the way of progress.

• Inclusiveness & tolerance will further promote inter-faith harmony and brotherhood among citizens of the country: NA Speaker

• Minorities enjoy equal rights in Pakistan as enshrined in the constitution: NA Speaker

Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said that the Constitution of Pakistan provides equal rights to citizens irrespective of caste, color, or creed. Parliament alongside the government always plays its part to safeguard the rights of minorities. He made these remarks in a meeting with notables from Christian Community, today at Speaker House, Islamabad.

He acknowledged & appreciated the commendable services of the Christian community in the overall progress of the country particularly in education, health, social welfare & promotion of inter-faith harmony. Speaker also lauded the community’s role in strengthening democracy and promotion of democratic values in the country.

While talking to the delegates which included Mr. Roekh Yousaf Bhinder, Leader at HT Church of England Liverpool Diocese, Kashif Nemat, President Christian Lawyers Association in Pakistan, Mr. Samuel Maksan, Chairman Implementation Minority Rights Forum & Mr. Samuel Payara emphasized upon propagating the positive image of the country. He urged them to highlight the landmark achievements of the state in protecting their rights and creation of equal opportunities for minorities in the country.

Speaker underscored that no country can progress fully unless it caters to the needs of all its citizens. He remarked that minorities in Pakistan are greatly satisfied with the state in comparison to minorities in our next-door neighboring country.

Islamabad: 15th November 2022: National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf has hailed the decision and announcement at the COP27 Summit in Egypt for including Pakistan in the list of Nations ‘Path­finder Countries’  as Pakistan and other six countries will be the first recipients of ‘Global Shield Funding'. He termed this as a resounding success of the Parliamentary and Foreign diplomacy of Pakistan.

It is pertinent to mention that it was the National Assembly of Pakistan that first moved a resolution for the creation of the Global Climate Fund at the IPU General Assembly Session held in Rwanda recently.

This  resolution was titled “Creating a Global Fund/Financing facility for climate Vulnerable Countries to Address Loss and Damage Associated with Climate Change"

It is also mentioned that the Parliamentary delegation led by Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf also vehemently put forth the case of Pakistan while attending the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Canada in August 2022.

Furthermore, Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf remained at the forefront to sensitise the Parliaments of Asia Pacific regarding the devastation caused by floods on the occasion of the 3rd IPU Regional Seminar for the Asia Pacific Region Parliaments on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) held successfully in the National Assembly of Pakistan.

The Speaker also applauded the efforts of the Parliamentary Delegation led by Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani participated in the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27) in Egypt.

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NA Speaker & Deputy Speaker message on Iqbal Day

Pakistan’s progress lies in following Iqbal’s message of unity, patriotism, national spirit, self-awareness, knowledge, and dedicated efforts to achieve the very best in life. Pakistan is very much capable of achieving a distinct place in the comity of nations provided it truly follows Iqbal’s thought-provoking and pragmatic message to achieve success, remarked National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durani in their separate messages on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, which is being commemorated on 9th November every year.

NA Speaker, Deputy Speaker and Leader of Opposition extend felicitation to Mr. Naveed Qamar on his election as President of Parliamentarians for Global Action; Election of Mr. Naveed Qamar as President of PGA indicates successful parliamentary diplomacy of president Parliament says NA Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf

Islamabad : 7th November 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf, Deputy Speaker National Assembly Zahid Akram Durrani and Leader of Opposition in National Assembly Raja Riaz Ahmed extend warm felicitation to Mr. Naveed Qamar on his election as President of Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA).

In their separate messages, they said that the election of Mr. Naveed Qamar as President of PGA indicates vibrant and proactive parliamentary diplomacy of the present Parliament. They also praised the efforts of Parliamentary Delegation led by NA Deputy Speaker Mr. Zahid Akram Durrani participating in the annual Conference of PGA in this regard.

They further said that the election of Syed Naveed Qamar as President of PGA is a great honour for the country. They said that Syed Naveed Qamar is a senior and seasoned Parliamentarian and he is the first Pakistani Member of the Parliament who is elected as president of PGA. They were confident that Mr. Naveed Qamar would streamline Pakistan’s efforts for making climate diplomacy and peace as priority agenda on this international platform.

They prayed for his success during his tenure as a president of PGA.

It is pertinent to mention that Federal Minister for Commerce and Investment Syed Naveed Qamar has been elected as President of Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA) held in Argentina for a two year term.

Islamabad: 4th November 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has expressed deep shock over the abduction of Senior Journalist Syed Irfan Raza last night. He said, "It is highly deplorable that a professional and dedicated journalist was abducted." He expressed these views in a letter written to Journalist Syed Irfan Raza today.
The Speaker said that Journalist Syed Irfan Raza always remains steadfast and dedicated to his Professional duties. He also expressed thankfulness to Allah Almighty for the journalist's safe recovery and prayers for his safety.  
The Speaker stressed the need to investigate the matter thoroughly. While acknowledging the professionalism of journalists, he expressed the belief the ordeal that journalists went through would make them more strong and more steadfast in his cause.

Tackling climate change requires collective effort : NA Speaker

Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that  Pakistan and European Union enjoy long-standing cordial relations based upon mutual trust and unanimity of views on important international challenges. He underlined  the need to enhance inter-parliamentary relations to further strengthen Pak-EU relations. He expressed these views during his meeting with Members of European Parliament (MEPs) Mr. Hervé Juvin and Ms. Virginie Joron in Parliament House Islamabad today.

The Speaker has said that disinformation has damaged Pakistan real image in the west. He said that Pakistan is a peace loving country. He said that dispelling this propoganda is vital to highlight peaceful image of the country. He said that Pakistan is   destined to be prosper as it is  developing in all socioeconomic sectors. 

While talking about the unprecedented floods in Pakistan, the Speaker said the country has suffered loss of hundreds of lives, destruction of infrastructure,  livestock and witnessed a livelihood crisis in the flood-affected areas. The Speaker appreciated EU and its member states for their immense support and humanitarian assistance for relief and rehabilitation efforts for the flood affectees in Pakistan.

Members of European Parliament Ms. Virginie said that they visited Pakistan from Gwadar to Kashmir and they  witnessed peace-loving people & beautiful Pakistan. She said that they have been in Pakistan since last week and this has absolutely changed their perception about Pakistan. She said that being member of EU Parliament , she would be in better position to reflect true image of Pakistan in Europe. Mr. Hervé Juvin talked about respecting and maintaining basic rights especially the right of  identity.

Later on, Members European Parliament also witnessed the session of National Assembly of Pakistan.

On 3rd November, 2022, Sustainable Development Goals Secretariat and Pakistan Alliance for Girls Education-PAGE agreed to build cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on achieving SDG 4 (Quality Education for All) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality) in Pakistan.

This MoU was signed by the Member National Assembly Romina Khurshid Alam Convener of the National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs and the Executive Director of Pakistan Alliance for Girls Education-PAGE Ms. Fajer Rabia Pasha at the SDGs Secretariat. The signing ceremony was attended by team members of the SDGs Secretariat and PAGE, as well as Chairperson PAGE Board Ms. Farzana Yaqoob.
 
The partnership aims to work on key priority areas in relation to girl’s education and gender equality in all forms. The MOU focuses on the capacity building of the SDG sub-groups in technical and social areas, sensitizing Parliamentarians on all SDGs especially, the SDG 4 and SDG 5. Moreover, the MOU also focuses on organizing seminars and capacity-building workshops to raise awareness on women’s empowerment and the importance of education, especially technical trainings for women.

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Islamabad: 2nd November: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has constituted the first-ever Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights under the convenorship of Member National Assembly/Parliamentary Secretary on Law & Justice Ms.Mehnaz Akbar Aziz and MNAs, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khwaja, Mr. Mohsin Nawaz Ranjha, Mr. Saad Waseem, Ms. Naz Baloch, Mr. Qadir Khan Mandokhail, Ms. Asiya Azeem, Dr. Muhammad Afzal Khan Dhandla, Mr. Muhammad Abubakar, Ms. Shahida Akhtar Ali and Mr. Mohsin Dawar as its members.

The Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights constituted in pursuance of unanimous resolution adopted by National Assembly during its session held on 20th October 2022. This resolution was adopted to ensure provision of fundamental rights to all Children as the bright future of the country is interlinked with growth and development of children. The resolution was tabled by MNA/Parliamentary Secretary on Law & Justice Ms. Mehnaz Akbar Aziz.

It is also pertinent to mention that the first-ever Children Convention held in the National Assembly during the Diamond Jubilee celebration of the 1st Constituent Assembly, also adopted a resolution for the formation of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights.

Islamabad: 2nd November 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has rejected the question of disqualification filed against former President Asif Ali Zardari. It is pertinent to mention that the reference was filed by Syed Zulfikar Abbas Bukhari, also known as Zulfi Bukhari, which was received by the Speaker of the National Assembly some days ago. In the reference,  it was requested that former President Asif Ali Zardari be disqualified as a Member of the National Assembly under Article 62 & 63 of the  Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and it should be referred to the Election Commission of Pakistan.

The Speaker rejected the reference under clause (2) of Article 63 of the Constitution and sent a copy of the decision to the Election Commission of Pakistan.

Islamabad, 31st October, 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf graced the inaugural ceremony of the “9th National Parliamentary Development Course” (NPDC) organized by Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services (PIPS) for Parliamentary staff  of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Senate, Provincial Assemblies and Legislative Assembly of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJ&K) Gilgit-Baltistan (GB).

Addressing the course participants, Speaker remarked that Parliament ensures the prosperity of the nation. He added that strong Parliament is interlinked with the professionalism and vibrant role of their staff.

The Speaker said that the objective of this course is to develop and enhance the skills of Parliamentary staff so they can work with up-to-date and efficient oversight tools and techniques for the smooth running of the House business. He also said that all parliamentary staff are honoured to serve in the most sacred institution, which also renders them to be responsible for their work. 

Speaker advised the course participants to gain maximum advantage of this opportunity and work hard with dedication, commitment and professionalism. He also advised them to follow meritocracy as the norm in all organizations.

Speaker acknowledged PIPS for organizing the 9th NPDC and expressed hope that PIPS will continue to strive for excellence of human in provincial and federal legislatures.
Executive Director PIPS expressed gratitude to the Speaker for gracing the event. While briefing the participants about the course, he said that the basic goal of NPDC is to enhance the efficiency of Parliamentary staff so that they could assist the parliamentarians professionally.

Islamabad, October 26 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf and Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani have said that the people of Occupied Kashmir have made eternal sacrifices for the sake of independence. They said that the blood of unarmed Kashmiris would not go in vain and the day was not far when the people of Kashmir would see the dawn of freedom in occupied Kashmir through their struggle for their right to self-determination. They said that Kashmir issue is an unfinished agenda of partition of subcontinent without which lasting peace in South Asia is impossible. They expressed these views in their separate messages on the occasion of Kashmir Black' Day which is being observed on 27th October every year.

On this occasion, the Speaker said that this day reminds us of a great tragedy in the history of Kashmir, when Indian army illegally landed their forces in Kashmir and occupied the region. Since seven decades, the innocent Kashmiris are fighting for their independence.

The Speaker further said that thousands of children have been martyred in Occupied Kashmir for the last 75 years and thousands of incidents of desecration and rape of women have taken place. He said that the hands of the so-called democratic government of India were stained with the blood of thousands of Kashmiri martyrs. He urged the international community to take stern notice of the atrocities perpetrated by India in Kashmir and play its role in ending the ongoing human rights violations in occupied Kashmir.

Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said that resolution of Kashmir issue was essential for the establishment of lasting peace in the region. He called on the United Nations to play its role in finding a peaceful solution to the Kashmir issue in accordance with Security Council resolutions.

Reiterating Pakistan's principled stand for the struggle of the Kashmiri people for independence, the Speaker said that Pakistan would continue to provide moral, political and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people in their struggle for self-determination at every forum. He said that the present Parliament has passed several resolutions to resolve the Kashmir issue in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions and to stop the atrocities committed by Indian forces in the Occupied Territories.  He said that the forcible occupation of Kashmir by India was against the moral values of a civilized society and the basic right of the people to self-determination.

On this occasion, Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani said that this day reminds us of the biggest tragedy in the history, when Indian forces illegally occupied Jamu and Kashmir. He said that the blood of innocent Kashmiris shall never go invain, and He expressed confidence that the Kashmiri people would soon see the dawn of independence and have a chance to breathe freely. The Deputy Speaker said that the Government and people of Pakistan have always stood by their Kashmiri brothers and sisters and would continue their moral, political and diplomatic support. He urged the international community to take stern notice of the atrocities perpetrated by India in Kashmir.

Islamabad: Speaker  National Assembly Raja Pervaz Ashraf has said that 27th October is the darkest day in history as Kashmiris were deprived  of their basic and fundamental right of  freedom. He said that in this age of democracy where provision of basic rights is the popular slogan yet the Kashmiris have been under Indian suppression and barbarity. He expressed these views on the occasion of Inauguration Ceremony of Minhas Corporation in Rawalpindi today.

He said that the world should abandon double standards and would support Kashmiris in their cause of self determination. He also said that Kashmiris are the bravest who are facing pallet guns attack daily yet they are determined and always raise slogan for their freedom . He said that their moment of freedom  is  unstoppable and this night of suppression would end sooner .
He also reiterates that Kashmir is unfinished agenda of Subcontinent partition.

After inaugural ceremony of Minhas Corporation,the Speaker said that growth of business and trade in the country would be a stabilizing factor for country's economy. He said that business growth is interlinked with honesty and dedication of traders.
Mr Ibrar Minhas Director Minhas  Corporation  expressed his gratitude to Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervaiz for gracing this event. Meanwhile, The Speaker also paid visit to other business centre in the area for encouraging the traders and Businessmen.
 

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اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کی سربراہی میں پارلیمانی وفد کی روزہ رسول اللہ صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم پر حاضری

اسلام آباد، 15 اکتوبر، 2022: اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف کی سربراہی میں پارلیمانی وفد کی روزہ رسول صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم پر حاضری۔وفد نے روزہ رسول صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم پر درود پاک کا نذرانہ عؑقیدت پیش کیا۔وفد نے ملک کی ترقی،  خوشحالی اور امت مسلمہ کی سلامتی کے لیے خصوصی دعائیں مانگیں۔روضہ رسول صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم پر حاضری کے بعد وفد عمرے کی سعادت حاصل کرنے مکہ مکرمہ پہنچ گیا ہے۔قومی اسمبلی کی قرارداد کے مطابق ہر سال ربیع الاول کے مہینے میں پارلیمانی وفد روزہ رسول صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم پر حاضری دینے کے لیے وفد کے شرکاء اپنے ذاتی خرچ پر عمرے کی ادائیگی اور روضہ رسول پر حاضری دیتے ہیں۔ وفد میں راجہ پرویز اشرف، نواز الائی، چوہدری فقیر احمد، مہر ارشاد احمد، سید فضل علی شاہ،محترمہ شہناز سلیم ملک، محترمہ شاہدہ اختر علی، محترمہ شگفتہ جمانی، محترمہ سائرہ بانو، مجاہد علی، خطیب جامع مسجد پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس حضرت مولانا احمد الرحمن بطور معلم اور سید حسین رضا زیدی خصوصی مندوب کے طور پر وفد میں شامل ہیں

 National Assembly Secretariat

روانڈا کے شہر کیگالی سے موصول ہونے والی اطلاعات کے مطابق سیلاب متاثرین کی بحالی اور موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے نمٹنے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے بھیجی گئی قرارداد پاکستانی وفد نے انٹر پارلیمانی یونین (آئی پی یو) کی جنرل اسمبلی کے اجلاس میں پیش کردی۔ قرارداد سینیٹر فاروق ایچ نائیک نے پیش کی۔

آئی پی یو کی 145 ویں جنرل اسمبلی کا اجلاس کیگالی (روانڈا) میں منعقد ہو رہا ہے۔ اجلاس میں دنیا بھر کی 178 پارلیمانوں کے وفود شرکت کر رہے ہیں۔ 

  سینیٹر فاروق ایچ نائیک نے آئی پی یو کے جنرل اسمبلی کے شرکاء کو پاکستان میں حالیہ تباہ سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں سے آگاہ کیا۔ انہوں نے اجلاس کے شرکاء کو پاکستان کی جانب سے پیش کردہ قرارداد کی حمایت کی اپیل کی۔ قرارداد کی منظوری کی صورت میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے نمٹنے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کی راہ ہموار گی قرارداد کی اور ترقی یافتہ ممالک کی جانب سے ترقی پذیر ممالک کو موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے نمٹنے کے لیے فنڈز کی فراہمی ممکن ہوگی۔ فنڈز کے اجراء سے ترقی پذیر ممالک کو موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے نمٹنے میں مدد ملے گی۔

قرارداد پر حمایت حاصل کرنے کے لیے اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے آئی پی یو جیو پولیٹیکل گروپس کے سفارتکاروں سے ملاقاتیں کیں۔ اسپیکر نے سفارتکاروں کو سیلاب میں گھرے ہوئے پاکستانی عوام کی مشکلات سے آگاہ کیا اور اپنے ممالک کی پارلیمانوں کو پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے بھیجی گئی قرارداد کی منظوری کے لیے حمایت کے لیے آمادہ کرنے کے لیے کہا۔رونڈا میں موجود پاکستانی پارلیمانی وفد نے بھی آئی پی یو کے ممبر ممالک کے وفود سے ملاقاتیں کیں اور آئی پی یو کی جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس میں پیش کردہ قرارداد پر حمایت کی اپیل کی۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے وفاقی وزیر برائے توانائی خرم دستگیر کی ملاقات۔

ملاقات میں ملک کی مجموعی معاشی و سیاسی صورتحال اور گوجر خان میں عوام کو توانائی کے حوالے سے درپیش مسائل پر تبادلہ خیال۔

پارلیمان عوام کا نمائندہ ادارہ ہے اور عوام کو پارلیمان سے بہت زیادہ توقعات وابستہ ہیں، اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی

پارلیمان عوام کو درپیش مسائل کے حل کے لیے موثر قانون سازی کر رہی ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

موجودہ حکومت کی بہتر معاشی پالیسیوں سے ملکی معیشت مستحکم ہوئی ہے، راجہ پرویز اشرف

 اسپیکر کا وزارت توانائی کی جانب سے ملک سے لوڈ شیڈنگ کے خاتمے اور سیلاب متاثرہ علاقوں میں بجلی کے انفراسٹرکچر کی بحالی کے لیے اٹھائے گئے اقدامات پر اظہار اطمینان۔

گوجر خان اور اس سے ملحقہ علاقوں کی عوام کو بجلی کے حوالے سے درپیش مسائل کو حل  کیا جائے اور بجلی کی بلا تعطل فراہمی یقینی بنانے کے لیے اقدامات اٹھائے جائیں، اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی

اسپیکر کا بجلی کے بلوں میں ریلیف فراہم کرنے کے  لیے شمسی توانائی اور توانائی کے دیگر قابل تجدید ذرائع سے بجلی حاصل کو ترجیح دینے کی ضرورت پر زور۔

ملک میں توانائی بحران اور دیگر مسائل پر قابو پانے کے لیے ملکر کام کرنے کی ضرورت ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

موجود حکومت عوام کو بجلی کی مد میں ریلیف فراہم کرنے کے لیے اہم اقدامات اٹھا رہی ہے، وفاقی وزیر توانائی

وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی ہدایت پر  بجلی کی مد میں عوام کو 55 ارب روپے کا ریلیف فراہم کیا جا چکا ہے، خرم دستگیر

حالیہ سیلاب کے دوران بجلی کا انفراسٹرکچر بڑی طرح متاثر ہوا، وزیر توانائی

سیلاب زدہ علاقوں میں متاثرین کو بجلی کی مد میں 10 ارب روپے کا ریلیف دیا جا رہا ہے، خرم دستگیر

وفاقی وزیر کی اسپیکر کو گوجر خان میں بجلی کے حوالے سے عوام درپیش مسائل کو ترجیح بنیادوں پر حل کرنے کی یقین دہانی۔

Wednesday, 12th Oct. 2022: Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan Mitsuhiro Wada called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf in Parliament House today. Matters pertaining to further Pakistan-Japan bilateral ties and worldwide climate change were discussed in the meeting.
 
The Speaker extended profound condolences over the sad demise of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. He said that the late Japanese Prime Minister made invaluable contributions to improving the Pakistan-Japan relationship. He also remarked that Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with Japan and acknowledged the valuable contributions made by Japan in supporting Pakistan’s development efforts over the years. He said that Pakistan-Japan bilateral relations have strengthened over time and would be further strengthened in the future through enhanced Parliamentary cooperation between the legislatures of both countries. He said that members of the vibrant Pakistan-Japan Parliamentary Friendship Group established in the National Assembly of Pakistan were playing a pivotal role by building bridges of friendship and bringing Japan closer to Pakistan. He extended an invitation to the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan to visit Pakistan.
 
Speaker while talking about the destruction caused by floods in Pakistan said that Pakistan is one of the most vulnerable countries to the effects of climate change despite being responsible for only less than one percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. He appreciated Japan's emergency aid & grant for flood affectees of Pakistan and Japan’s overall support for the socio-economic development of Pakistan. He also expressed a desire to learn from Japan to efficiently tackle climate-induced disasters.
 
The Japanese Ambassador expressed gratitude to the Speaker for the hospitality & condolences. He also expressed solidarity with flood affectees & highlighted certain activities undertaken by Japan in Pakistan for the promotion of bilateral cooperation over the course of 70 years since 1954. He shared that the Parliament of Japan considers supplementary grants for flood-hit Pakistanis as a token of brotherhood & aiding each other in times of calamity. He also shared the letter by Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan letter to the Speaker of National Assembly of Pakistan to express solidarity with people devastated by the flood.

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے جاپان کے سفیر متسوہیرو واڈا کی ملاقات۔

ملاقات میں دوطرفہ تعلقات کو مزید وسعت دینے سمیت باہمی دلچسپی کے دیگر امور پر تبادلہ خیال۔
 
 پاکستان جاپان کے ساتھ اپنے دوستانہ تعلقات کو بہت اہمیت دیتا ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی
 
 پاکستان میں سیلاب متاثرین کی فراخدلانہ امداد پر جاپان کے مشکور ہیں، راجہ پرویز اشرف

پاکستان اور جاپان کے دوطرفہ تعلقات وقت کے ساتھ ساتھ مزید مضبوط ہو رہے ہیں، اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی

دونوں ممالک کی پارلیمانوں کے درمیان پارلیمانی رابطوں کا فروغ ضروری ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی میں قائم پاک-جاپان پارلیمانی دوستی گروپ دونوں ممالک کو مزید قریب لانے میں فعال کردار ادا رہا ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

 سپیکر نے پاکستان میں سیلاب سے ہونے والی تباہی کے بارے میں جاپانی سفیر کا آگاہ کیا۔

 پاکستان ماحولیاتی تبدیلیوں کے اثرات سے سب سے زیادہ متاثر ہونے والے ملک ہے،اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

 عالمی سطح پر زہریلی گیسوں کے اخراج میں پاکستان کا حصہ ایک فیصد سے بھی کم ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

 عالمی سطح پر موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کے حوالے سے شعور اجاگر کرنے کی ضرورت ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی نے  145ویں آئی پی یو جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس کے ایجنڈے میں  موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کے حوالے سے قرارداد بھیجی ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

قرارداد کو ہنگامی ایجنڈے کے طور پر شامل کرنے کی درخواست کی ہے، اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی

قرارداد میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے ہونے والے نقصانات کے ازالے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کا مطالبہ کیا گیا ہے،راجہ پرویز اشرف

اسپیکر نے سفیر کو ان کی حکومت کی جانب سے پاکستان کی پیش کردہ قرارداد کی حمایت کے لیے کہا۔

اسپیکر کی جاپان کے ایوان نمائندگان کے سپیکر کو پاکستان کے دورے کی دعوت بھی دی۔

 جاپان کے سفیر نے جاپان کے لیے سپیکر کے تاثرات کو سراہا۔

 جاپان، پاکستان کو اپنا ایک قابل اعتماد دوست اور اقتصادی شراکت دار سمجھتا ہے،جاپانی سفیر

 سفیر کا پاکستان میں حالیہ تباہ کن سیلاب کے دوران قیمتی انسانی جانوں کے ضیاع پر تعزیت کا اظہار۔

 جاپان نے ماضی میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے مختلف آفات کا سامنا کیا ہے، جاپانی سفیر

سفیر نے ترقی پذیر ممالک کی جانب سے آئی پی یو کے 145 جنرل اسمبلی میں موسمیاتی تبدیلی کے مسئلے کو اٹھانے کے لیے سپیکر کی کوششوں کو سراہا۔

 جاپان عالمی موسمیاتی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے پاکستان کے مطالبے کی حمایت کرتا ہے، جاپانی سفی

عوام کو تعلیم کے شعبے میں درپیش مسائل کو حل کرنا عوامی نمائندوں کی ذمہ داری ہے، اسپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف

یونیورسٹی کے قیام سے خطے کے طلباء کو اعلیٰ تعلیم حاصل کرنے کے مواقع فراہم ہونگے، راجہ پرویز اشرف

اسلام آباد 12 اکتوبر 2022; اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف کی صدارت میں پنجاب یونیورسٹی کے گوجر خان کیمپس کے حوالے سے جائزہ اجلاس پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں منعقد ہوا۔
اجلاس میں وائس چانسلر پنجاب یونیورسٹی پروفیسر ڈاکٹر نیاز احمد اور ہائیر ایجوکیشن کمیشن (ایچ ای سی) کے اعلیٰ حکام نے شرکت کی۔
اجلاس میں پنجاب یونیورسٹی کے گوجر خان کیمپس کے قیام سے متعلق امور پر تبادلہ خیال کیا گیا۔ متعلقہ حکام نے گوجر خان میں یونیورسٹی کے قیام کے سلسلے میں ہونے والی پیش رفت سے اسپیکر کو آگاہ کیا۔ اسپیکر نے متعلقہ محکموں کو گوجر خان میں پنجاب یونیورسٹی کی جانب جلد تعلیمی سرگرمیاں شروع کرنے کی ہدایت کی۔

اسپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا کہ گوجر خان میں پنجاب یونیورسٹی کے ذیلی کیمپس کا فوری آغاز ضروری ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ گوجر خان اور ملحقہ علاقوں کے طلباء کو اعلیٰ تعلیم کے سلسلے میں دیگر شہروں میں جانا پڑتا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ اعلیٰ تعلیم کے سلسلے میں طلباء کو درپیش مشکلات سے بخوبی آگاہ ہوں۔ عوام کو تعلیم کے شعبے میں درپیش مسائل کو حل کرنا عوامی نمائندوں کی ذمہ داری ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ طلباء کے مسائل کو حل کرنا میری اولین ترجیح ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ گزشتہ تین دہائیوں سے علاقے میں تعلیم کے فروغ کے لیے کوشاں ہوں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ یونیورسٹی کے قیام سے خطے کے طلباء کو اعلیٰ تعلیم حاصل کرنے کے مواقع فراہم ہونگے۔

اسپیکر نے مزید کہا کہ گوجر خان میں 100 ایکڑ زمین یونیورسٹی کے قیام کے لیے مختص کرائی ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ جی ٹی روڈ پر یونیورسٹی کے لیے مختص جگہ اعلیٰ تعلیمی سرگرمیوں کے لیے موزوں ہے۔ یہ جگہ جہلم، گوجر خان، میر پور، ڈوویال، چکوال اور دیگر ملحقہ علاقوں کے سنگم پر واقع ہے۔ گوجر خان میں یونیورسٹی کے قیام سے کشمیر، جہلم، چکوال، کلر سیداں سمیت پنجاب کے دیگر علاقوں سے تعلق رکھنے والے طلباء بھی مستفید ہوں گے۔
اسپیکر نے کہا کہ گوجر خان راولپنڈی ڈویژن کا اہم حصہ ہے اور محل وقوع کے اعتبار سے انتہائی اہمیت کا حامل ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ راولپنڈی ڈویژن میں کوئی جنرل یونیورسٹی موجود نہیں یہ اپنی نوعیت کی پہلی یونیورسٹی ہوگی۔

Islamabad: 11th october 2022; message received from Kigali  Rawanda; The  Pakistani Parliamentary delegation led by Federal Minister for poverty Alleviation  and Social safety Ms.Shazia Marri is currently visiting Rwanda for participation in the 145th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related meetings scheduled from October 11-15, 2022. The 145 IPU Assembly carries a unique significance for Pakistan as the Parliament of Pakistan has proposed an emergency item titled "Creating a Global Fund (Financing Facility) for the Climate Vulnerable Countries to Address the Loss & Damage Associated with Climate Change" for inclusion in the agenda of the 145 IPU Assembly. The inclusion of emergency item in the 145th IPU General Assembly had been special focus of  Speaker National  Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf as he held the numbers of meeting  with diverse groups of IPU to garner their support for agenda of creating global climate fund.

In order to gather support for the Pakistan's proposal, the delegates from Pakistan participated in the Geopolitical Groups i.e. Africa Group, Arab Group, Asia-Pacific Group, Eurasia Group, Group of Latin Americas & Caribbean (GRULAC) and the Twelve-Plus Group. All the Groups expressed solidarity with Pakistan during these testing times. The Members of the six Geopolitical Groups also assured their complete support to Pakistan towards the emergency item proposed by Pakistan. Besides, during the Consultative Meetings with the Parliamentary Union of OIC Member States (PUIC) and the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA), the membership of the PUIC and APA also expressed their all-out support towards the emergency item of Pakistan.

In addition to it, the delegation of Pakistan also held bilateral meetings with the delegations from Canada and Qatar to seek their support towards the emergency item proposed by Pakistan. During the meetings, the delegations not only expressed their condolences on the loss of precious lives and critical infrastructure but also offered complete support to Pakistan in its endeavors.

The decision on the adoption of the emergency item will be taken by the Governing Council of the 145th IPU during its meeting on October 12, 2022.
Besides, Federal  Minister for Poverty Alleviation  and Social Safety Ms.Shazia Marri, the Parliamentary delegation comprises of  MNAs Ms.Wajiha Qamar and Dr. Nisar Cheema.

اسلام آباد، 11 اکتوبر، 2022: روانڈا کے شہر کیگالی سے موصول ہونے والی اطلاعات کے مطابق پاکستان کا پارلیمانی وفد جو بین الپارلیمانی یونین (آئی پی یو) کی 145ویں جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس میں جو 11 سے 15 اکتوبر 2022 کو منعقد ہو رہی ہے میں شرکت کے لیے روانڈا کے دورے پر ہے نے پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے عالمی موسمیاتی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے بھیجی گئی قرارداد کو ہنگامی ایجنڈا کے طور پر شامل کرنے کے لیے آئی پی یو کے رکن ممالک سے حمایت حاصل کرنے کے لیے مختلف اجلاسوں میں شرکت کی۔آئی پی یو کی 145 ویں جنرل اسمبلی کا اجلاس پاکستان کے لیے انتہائی اہمیت کا حامل ہے، پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی نے جنرل اسمبلی کے موجودہ اجلاس میں پاکستان میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ ہونے والی تباہی سے نمٹنے کے لیے ہنگامی بنیادوں پر ایمرجنسی ایجنڈا آئٹم کے ذریعے قراداد کی منظوری کے لیے سیکرٹری جنرل آئی پی یو کو خط ارسال کر رکھا ہے۔ خط میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ ہونے تباہ کاریوں کے ازالے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کا مطالبہ کیا گیا ہے تاکہ موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے ہونے والی تباہی سے دو چار ترقی پزیر ممالک کی دادرسی کی جا سکے۔

اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی آف پاکستان راجہ پرویز اشرف نے اس سلسلے میں پاکستان میں تعینات تمام غیر ملکی سفارتکاروں سے ملاقاتیں کیں انہیں پاکستان میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے ہونے والے جانی و مالی نقصانات سے آگاہ کیا اور آئی پی یو جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس میں پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی  جانب عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے پیش بھیجی جانے والی قرارداد کی حمایت کے لیے کہا۔  

 کیگالی میں موجود پاکستان کے پارلیمانی وفد نے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے بھیجی جانے والی قرارداد جو اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کی کاوشوں سے آئی پی یو جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس میں ایمرجنسی ایجنڈا آئٹم کے طور پر شامل کی جا جائے گئی۔اس قرارداد پر حمایت حاصل کرنے کے لیے آئی پی یو کے مختلف گروپس سے ملاقاتیں کیں ہیں۔ وفد نے آئی پی یو کے جن گروپس سے ملاقاتیں کیں ہیں ان میں افریقی گروپ، عرب گروپ، ایشیا پیسیفک گروپ، یوریشیا گروپ، گروپ آف امریکہ اور کیریبین اور بارہ پلس گروپ شامل ہیں۔ ملاقاتوں میں ان آئی پی یو کے ان جیو پولیٹیکل گروپس نے پاکستان کے ساتھ یکجہتی کا اظہار کیا پاکستان کی جانب سے تجویز کردہ ہنگامی آئٹم پاکستان پر اپنے مکمل تعاون کا یقین دلایا، علاوہ ازیں وفد کے اراکین نے او آئی سی ممبر ممالک کی پارلیمانی یونین (پی یو آئی سی) اور ایشیائی پارلیمانی اسمبلی (اے پی اے) کے ساتھ کیں۔ان ملاقاتوں میں پی یو آئی سی اور (اے پی اے) کے رکن ممالک نے بھی پاکستان کے ہنگامی آئٹم کی تجویز کے لیے اپنی حمایت کا اظہار کیا۔

پاکستان کے وفد نے کینیڈا اور قطر کے وفود سے بھی ملاقاتیں کیں اور پاکستان کی طرف سے تجویز کردہ ہنگامی آئٹم کے حوالے سے ان کی حمایت کے لیے کہا۔ ملاقاتوں کے دوران ان ممالک کے وفود نے وفود نے نہ صرف قیمتی جانوں اور اہم انفراسٹرکچر کے نقصان پر اظہار تعزیت کیا بلکہ پاکستان کی جانب پیش کردہ ایمرجنسی ایجنڈا آئٹم کے ذریعے قرارداد کی منظوری پر اپنے مکمل تعاون کا یقین بھی دلایا۔

 پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے بھیجی جانے والی قرارداد کو آئی پی یو کی جنرل اسمبلی کے اجلاس میں ایمرجنسی آئٹم کے طور پر شامل کرنے کا فیصلہ  145 ویں جنرل اسمبلی کی گورننگ کونسل کے 12 اکتوبر 2022 کو ہونے والے اجلاس میں کیا جائے گا۔

آئی پی یو کی 145 ویں جنرل اسمبلی اجلاس میں قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے شرکت کرنے والے وفد میں وفاقی وزیر برائے تخفیف غربت اور سماجی تحفظ کی وزیر محترمہ شازیہ مری، ممبران قومی اسمبلی محترمہ وجیہ قمر اور ڈاکٹر نثار چیمہ شامل ہیں۔

کمیٹی اجلاس میں قومی اسمبلی کے رواں اجلاس کو 21 اکتوبر تک جاری رکھنے پر اتفاق۔

رواں اجلاس میں وقفہ سوالات، قانون سازی ، توجہ دلاو نوٹس کو زیر بحث لایا جائے گا، کمیٹی اجلاس میں فیصلہ

اجلاس میں حالیہ سیلاب اور دیگر عوامی اہمیت کے حامل امور پر بحث کرائی جائے گی،  

اجلاس میں وفاقی وزراء، مرتضی جاوید عباسی، سید نوید قمر،نوابزادہ شاہ زین بگٹی اور ڈپٹی اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی زاہد اکرم درانی کی شرکت۔

اجلاس میں ممبران قومی اسمبلی ڈاکٹر فہمیدہ مرزا، خالد حسین مگسی، عبدال اکبر چترالی، رانا قاسم نون، چیئر مین پی اے سی نور عالم خان،انجینئر صابر حسین قائم خانی، محمد اسلم بھوتانی، اور  روبینہ عرفان نے بھی شرکت کی۔

آج سے میں اپنے آپ کو کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ (کورٹ) کا سفیر تصور کرتا ہوں؛اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

میر پور آزاد کشمیر 8 اکتوبر 2022اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے ہفتہ کہ روز کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کورٹ کا دور کیا۔اسپیکر نے کورٹ کے زیر اہتمام منعقدہ تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ میں چوہدری اختر کی شخصیت سے بہت متاثر ہوا ہوں اور اس پروقار تقریب منعقد کرنے پر میں چوہدری اختر اور ان کی ٹیم کو سلام پیش کرتا ہوں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ انسانیت کی خدمت دنیا و آخرت کا عظیم مقصد ہے۔اللہ تعالیٰ عظیم مقصد کی ذمہ دری اپنے خاص بندوں کو سونپتا ہے، انہوں نے کہا کہ جس انسان میں انسانیت کی بھلائی کا جذبہ پیدا ہو تو اللہ تعالیٰ اس کو اس مقصد میں کامیابی عطا کرتا ہے۔کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کورٹ میں آکر دنیا منفرد نظر آئی ہے اللہ ہ تعالیٰ نے ہمیں سب کچھ دیا ہوا ہے اگر ہمت کریں تو ہم اپنے مقصد میں کامیاب ہو سکتے ہیں، یتیم بچوں کی کفالت دنیا کا لاجواب جذبہ ہے یہ جذبہ ہر کسی کو حاصل نہیں ہو سکتا۔انہوں نے کہا کہ آج سے میں کشمیر ارفن ٹرسٹ کورٹ کا سفیر ہوں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ اللہ تعالیٰ سے دعا گو ہوں کہ وہ اس ادرے کو دن دگنی رات چوگنی ترقی عطاء فرمائے۔تقریب کے اختتام سے قبل وزیراعظم آزاد کشمیر کی جانب سے کشمیر ارفن ٹرسٹ کے لیے سو کنال اراضی کی زمین کی فائل اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی نے چوہدری محمد اختر کے حوالے کی۔

کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کورٹ کے بانی و چیئرمین چوہدری اختر نے کورٹ کے زیر اہتمام منعقدہ تقریب خطاب کرتے ہوئے انتہائی قلیل وقت میں سپیکر قومی اسمبلی تقریب میں شرکت پر شکریہ ادا کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ آج کا دن اہمیت کا حامل ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ آج سے 17سال قبل ہم نے کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کورٹ کا قیام جیسے عظیم منصوبے کی بنیاد رکھی تھی جس کے بعد ہم نے پاکستان اور آزاد کشمیر کے طول وعرض میں اس کو پھیلایا ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان میں سیلاب متاثرین کے بحالی اہم فریضہ ہے جس کے لیے کورٹ نے 3 سو ملین کا راشن تقسیم کیا ہے اور سیلاب متاثرین کے لیے 1000 گھر تعمیر کیے جا رہے ہیں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کشمیر میں برن سینٹر بنانے جا رہا ہے جو جدید سہولیات سے آراستہ ہو گا۔  
انہوں نے کہا کہ کشمیری عوام کو صحت کی سہولیات فراہم کرنا ہماری اولین ترجیح ہے۔ انہوں نے بتایا کہ کورٹ میرپور میں جدید سہولیات سے آراستہ 500 سو بیڈ پر مشتمل ہسپتال بنانے جا رہا جو عوام کے لیے فری ہو گا۔انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ وزیراعظم آزاد کشمیر سے ہسپتال کی تعمیر کے لیے 100 کنال زمین الاٹ کی ہے۔چوہدری اختر نے کہا کہ تین سو ملین کی ایڈ کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کورٹ کو دینے پر میں پوری دنیا کے ڈونر کا مشکور ہوں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ انسانیت کے لیے جو کام کیا اس کام کے حصول میں اللہ تعالیٰ نے مجھے کامیابی عطا کی ہے۔کورٹ ہم  سب کا ہے ہمیں اس ادارے کو بہتر بنانے کے لیے آپ سب کا تعاون درکار ہے۔

سابق کرکٹر عاقب جاوید نے تقریب سے  خطاب ہوئے کہا کہ چوہدری اختر جیسے بندے اگر معاشرے میں موجود ہوں تو انسانیت خدمت سے محروم نہیں رہے گی۔انہوں نے کہا کہ انسانیت کی خدمت کا جذبہ انسان کو دوسرے انسان کے درد کا احساس دلاتا ہےاللہ تعالیٰ ہر انسان کو اس جذبے سے سرشار رکھے۔

لاہور قلندر کے مالک عاطف رانا نے تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ لاہور قلندر کشمیر ارفن ریلیف  ٹرسٹ کورٹ کے شانہ بشانہ کھڑا ہے اور کورٹ کے ایک ہزار گھر کو دو ہزار تک لے کا جانے کے لیے لاہور قلندر کا تعاون جاری رہے گا۔۔

چوہدری یاسین صدر پیپلز پارٹی آزاد کشمیر کا تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ کورٹ کے چیئرمین کو خراج تحسین پیش کرتا ہوں۔چوہدری اختر نے جس عظیم مقصد کے حصول کے کام کیا وہ آنکھوں سے دیکھا تو خوشگوار حیرت ہوئی۔انہوں نے کہا اس طرح کے سٹیٹ آف دی آرٹ کی طرز پر اتنا بڑا منصوبہ دل کو منفرد لگا۔انہوں نے کہا کہ
8اکتوبر 2005 کا زلزلہ کسی قیامت سے کم نہیں تھا۔ لیکن اس زلزلے کے بعد چوہدری محمد اختر پاکستان کے دوسرے عبدالستار ایدی بن کا آزاد کشمیر آئے اور انہوں نے اس عظیم مقصد کے حصول کے لیے اپنے آپ کو وقف کیا جس پر انہیں جتنا خراج تحسین پیش کیا جائے وہ کم ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ کورٹ کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ سٹیٹ آف دی آرٹ پروجیکٹ ہے جس کی تعریف لفظوں بیان نہیں کی جا سکتی۔تقریب میں اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف، چوہدری یاسین، محترمہ نبیلہ ایوب سمیت پاکستان، آزاد کشمیر اور بیرون ملک مقیم پاکستانی تارکین وطن سمیت کشمیر ارفن ریلیف ٹرسٹ کورٹ کے بچے، بچیوں اور علاقے سے تعلق رکھنے والے خواتین و مردوں کی کثیر تعداد نے شرکت کی

 قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ

*NA Speaker seeks support of brotherly Arab countries for flood ravaged Pakistan*

Islamabad: 5th October 2022: Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf on Friday said that countries & companies guilty of climate-induced devastations in Pakistan must fulfill their obligation of cutting carbon emissions & releasing pledged climate funds for climate-vulnerable countries. “Today it is Pakistan but tomorrow it can be another country”, he added.

The National Assembly Speaker expressed these views in his meeting with the Arab group of the Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU), today, at Parliament House, Islamabad. The meeting was held to *seek Arab countries’ cooperation for the Assembly’s proposal of a global climate fund* via the forthcoming 145th IPU Assembly in Kigali, Rwanda from October 11-15, 2022.
He said that climate tragedy in Pakistan resulted in colossal losses of lives and livelihood, which were beyond imagination. The calamity was not over rather it had outstretched in the form of diseases and food crises. Moreover, it has been negatively impacting the country’s economy, which has already suffered losses above 30 billion US dollars, remarked the Speaker.

He urged the Arab countries to back the  proposal of National Assembly for creation of a global fund by moving *an emergency item in the forthcoming IPU Assembly. "The proposal is to demand climate justice for Pakistan by extending judicious support for the flood-ravaged country,*"he added. He also appreciated the generous assistance received from brotherly Arab countries and further said that they always supported Pakistan whenever the need arose and hopefully would continue to do so in that case as well.

The Arab group expressed solidarity with the Speaker over the tragedy and assured to pass on the message to their respective governments and parliaments for backing Pakistan’s demand for climate justice. They agreed that climate change was one of the greatest challenges at the moment and required collective and sincere efforts from all stakeholders, particularly the big polluters. The Palestinian delegation appreciated the unequivocal support of Pakistan for furthering the cause of Palestinian freedom. The delegates from Jordan also expressed their gratitude to people of Pakistan and government of Pakistan for supporting Jordan especially during   war.

The meeting was attended by delegates from Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Palestine, United Arab Emirates & Yemen.

Islamabad: 04th October 2022; Australian High Commissioner   to Pakistan Mr. Neil Hawkins called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf on Tuesday, at Parliament House, Islamabad.  Both discussed means to enhance bilateral relation  and devising joint action plan to prevailing  climate crisis in Pakistan.

The Speaker while expressing satisfaction over the cordial relations between Pakistan and Australia remarked that both countries need to deepen the existing relations by increasing parliamentary interactions and economic cooperation that could benefit both countries in the fields of mutual interest. He added that the Pakistan-Australia Parliamentary Friendship Group established in National Assembly of Pakistan was playing a pivotal role in promoting parliamentary diplomacy and enhancing parliamentary relations through parliamentary exchanges.

He expressed his desire to develop contact between business communities of both countries to tap the massive economic potential in Pakistan.

Speaker while talking about the unprecedented calamity caused by recent deadly floods in Pakistan said that National Assembly would move an emergency resolution in the 145th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) meeting in Rwanda on Oct. 11-15. He said the resolution aimed to present a forceful demand to developed countries to compensate for irreversible losses due to climate change in developing countries like Pakistan. He appreciated the Australian government's immense support for the relief and rehabilitation efforts for the flood affectees in Pakistan.

Australian High Commissioner said that Australia considers Pakistan one of its trusted friends and an important economic partner. He said that Australian investors were keen to invest in Pakistan’s markets for the benefit of people on both sides. He assured to extend his country’s leadership support to National Assembly’s call for the global fund through IPU to address the ongoing climate crisis in Pakistan.

Islamabad: 4th October 2022; Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf said on Tuesday that the climate justice demanded judicious and timely provision of climate funds to developing countries. He also said that further delay in disbursement of pledged funds for adaptation and mitigation could result in irreparable damage to the cause of achieving a cleaner & greener world for all.

The National Assembly Speaker expressed these views in his meeting with the Islamabad based diplomats of the African Bloc of the Interparliamentary Union (IPU), at Parliament House, Islamabad. The meeting was aimed to garner support of the IPU’s African Member Parliaments for the National Assembly’s proposal of creation of a global climate fund through a passage of resolution in the forthcoming 145th IPU Assembly in Rwanda from October 11-15,2022.

Speaker underscored that climate change was one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century. He also said that it had played havoc in Pakistan; millions of people had lost their lives and livelihoods. “Today it is Pakistan but tomorrow it can be any other country”, he added. He stressed that  it was essential to sensitize the world about the existential threats faced by the developing nations both in Asia and Africa.

He remarked that the international community had come forward to support Pakistan but unfortunately there was more talk than action. He said that Pakistan was not asking for aid or assistance but her  rightful share. He raised the question of why Pakistan would bear the brunt of climate change, caused by the actions of big polluters. He said that developed nations had to take responsibility for their inability to cut their carbon emissions .

He also outlined that the National Assembly of Pakistan had proposed an emergency item in forthcoming 145th International Parliamentary union Assembly in Rwanda from October 11-15,2022. The proposed item would call for climate justice coupled with creation of a global climate fund for developing nations to combat climate induced catastrophes.

He mentioned that the National Assembly had already dispatched letters to all African parliaments with a request to back the Assembly's proposal, not only for the benefit of Pakistan but also for their own benefit as well. He urged the emissaries to play their due role in the struggle for climate justice.

 African Diplomats seconded the Speaker’s proposal and assured him to pass on the message to the leadership of their respective countries for further action. The dignitaries also highlighted how rampant climate changes in Africa in the form of higher temperatures, drought, changing rainfall patterns, and increased climate variability were impeding human development.

The meeting ended on an agreement that “climate change is a global problem and warrants global solution through collective efforts.” The meeting was attended by delegates from Egypt, Kenya, Mauritius, Morocco, Ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa, Somalia & Libya.

Islamabad, October 4th, 2022: The Chinese ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Nong Rong called on the Chairman National Assembly Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Mohsin Dawar and exchanged views on deepening cooperation and strategic convergences. Mohsin Dawar stated that a vibrant Pak-China strategic partnership and cooperation was indispensable to the peaceful political future of the entire region.

Mohsin Dawar thanked the people and government of China for supporting Pakistan’s efforts to combat the devastating effects of recent floods and support to Pakistan in times of economic distress. Mr. Nong Rong congratulated Mohsin Dawar on becoming the Chairman of the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and exchanged views on the formation of the National Democratic Movement as a political party. Mohsin Dawar stated the National Democratic Movement (NDM) strives to carve a political space and voice for the youth and women in a progressive Pakistan. He underlined the need for regular exchange between NDM and Chinese Communist Party.  Mohsin Dawar appreciated the central role of the Communist Party of China in China’s socio-economic development and political stability. He stressed that China’s remarkable development in recent years has presented the developing world with a roadmap to lift people out of poverty. He stated that China’s strategy to achieve broad-based economic growth without entangling in external disputes brought huge dividends of prosperity.

Mr. Nong Rong, referring to China’s assistance for flood relief operations, remarked that China would never forget its iron brother in times of distress and that China has emerged as one of the largest bilateral donors for Pakistan’s flood relief efforts. He stated that China and Pakistan were best friends and iron brothers who supported each other in times of challenges.  Mohsin Dawar stated that Pak-China technical, scientific, agricultural and industrial cooperation was crucial to Pakistan’s enduring quest for rapid industrialization, integration in the global value chains to boost exports and rive up inclusive economic growth.

Mohsin Dawar underlined the need to extend CPEC route to Ghulam Khan crossing and added that Ghulam Khan crossing, at the Pak-Afghan border point, is the shortest route connecting CPEC’s western route with Afghanistan, Central Asian States and beyond. Commenting on the importance of extending the CPEC route to Ghulam Khan, he remarked that the corridor would generate massive opportunities for economic development of the people in the peripheries. He termed their economic development critical to Pak-China shared dream of inclusive regional economic growth.

It was outlined that conflicts, war on terror and interventions derailed the region’s political stability conducive to shared regional economic development. The peaceful political future of the entire region requires a vibrant Pak-China strategic partnership and cooperation, Mohsin added.

NA Speaker meets Ambassadors of Germany and Norway and calls for their countries' support for establishing the global climate fund

Ambassador of Germany Mr. Alfred Grannas called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf in Parliament House. While discussing the matters of common interest between the two nations, the Speaker said that relations between Pakistan and Germany are based on shared democratic values and multifaceted corporations. He said that Parliamentary diplomacy and cooperation between National Assembly and German Parliament Bundestag could further strengthen the existing bonds.

Speaker while highlighting the calamitous effects of climate change in Pakistan remarked that the recent flooding has submerged one-third of the country and left more than 33 million Pakistanis homeless. In this regard, the National Assembly of Pakistan has moved an emergency resolution in the Inter-Parliamentary Union IPU conference in Rwanda to underline the developed nations of the world to compensate for irreversible losses due to the climate crisis in developing countries like Pakistan.

German Ambassador expressed his solidarity with the flood affectees and assured his support to the National Assembly’s call for the global fund through IPU to tackle the climate crisis.

Later on, the Ambassador of Norway to Pakistan Mr. Per Albert Ilsaas also called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf. Various matters pertaining to bilateral cooperation, economic ties, and the recent flood situation in the country were discussed.

Speaker remarked that Pakistan considers Norway as its loyal friend and an economic partner and desires to further strengthen its existing bilateral relations. He also accentuated the need to expand cooperation and interaction between the parliaments and parliamentarians of both the countries for exchange of knowledge and experiences.

He also said that the National Assembly of Pakistan being cognizant of the sufferings of the flood effectees has proposed an emergency item for inclusion in the agenda of the 145th IPU Conference in Rwanda that will highlight the plight of flood-affected people of Pakistan. Speaker sought the support of Norway to Pakistan’s call for the inclusion of the flood crisis on the emergency agenda at the conference.

Norwegian Ambassador expressed grief over the unprecedented losses during the recent flooding in Pakistan. He highlighted that more than 39 thousand Pakistani diaspora in Norway has contributed greatly to the progress of the country. He also emphasized on reviewing bilateral business concerns to make it more profitable for both sides. He also assured his country’s support for National Assembly’s call for the global fund through IPU to tackle the climate catastrophe.

The meeting ended on a positive note with a commitment to continue cooperation on matters of mutual interest by addressing all impeding issues.

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے ڈپٹی قائد حزب اختلاف برطانیہ کی ملاقات

 ماحولیاتی تبدیلی سے پیدا ہونے والے چیلنجز کے حل کے لیے پارلیمانی سفارتکاری ناگزیر ہے، اسپیکر راجہ پرویز اشرف

 اسلام آباد، 03 اکتوبر 2022: اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے ہاؤس آف کامنز میں ڈپٹی قائد حزب اختلاف اور لیبر پارٹی کی ڈپٹی لیڈر انجیلا رینر اور ہاؤس آف لارڈز، برطانیہ کے ممبر لارڈ واجد خان نے سپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے ملاقات کی۔ ملاقات میں  پارلیمانی اور دو طرفہ تعاون کو بڑھانے سمیت پاکستان میں حالیہ تباہ کن سیلاب سے ہونے والے سماجی و اقتصادی نقصانات کے ازالے کو زیر بحث لایا گیا۔

 سپیکر نے پاک برطانیہ برادرانہ تعلقات پر اطمینان کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ برطانیہ پاکستان کا اہم اقتصادی شراکت دار ہے۔  انہوں نے ملکی معیشت اور سیاست میں پاکستانی تارکین کے تعاون کو سراہتے ہوئے کہا کہ دونوں ممالک کے درمیان موجودہ تعلقات کو مستحکم بنانے میں پاکستانی تارکین وطن  کا کردار کلیدی اہمیت کا حامل ہے۔

 سپیکر نے ملک میں حالیہ تاریخ کے بدترین سیلابوں کا ذکر کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں نے پاکستان پر منفی اثرات مرتب کیے ہیں جبکہ عالمی کاربن کے اخراج میں اس کا حصہ 1 فیصد سے بھی کم ہے۔  انہوں نے پاکستان میں سیلاب متاثرین کی حالت زار کو اجاگر کرنے کے لیے روانڈا میں 11-15 اکتوبر 2022 کو ہونے والی آئی پی یو کانفرنس میں ہنگامی ایجنڈا آئٹم پیش کرنے کے لیے قومی اسمبلی کے اقدام کے بارے میں بھی آگاہ کیا۔  سپیکر نے ترقی پذیر ممالک بالخصوص پاکستان کے لیے عالمی موسمیاتی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے قومی اسمبلی کے مطالبے کی حمایت کے لیے برطانیہ کی پارلیمنٹ اور اس کی حکومت کی حمایت طلب کی۔

 لیبر پارٹی کے ڈپٹی لیڈر کا کہنا تھا کہ برطانیہ پاکستانی عوام کو نہیں بھولا اور وہ پاکستان میں سیلاب متاثرین کی ہر ممکن مدد کرے گا۔  انہوں نے مشترکہ مفادات کے شعبوں میں باہمی روابط کو مضبوط بنانے اور دوطرفہ تعلقات کو وسعت دینے پر بھی اتفاق کیا۔ انہوں نے اس بات پر بھی اتفاق کیا کہ پارلیمانی رابطوں اور تعاون سے پاک برطانیہ دوطرفہ تعلقات کو مزید تقویت ملے گی۔  لارڈ واجد نے پاکستان تعمیراتی ڈھانچے کی تعمیر کرنے کے عزائم کا اعادہ کیا اور سلسلے میں اپنے ہر ممکن تعاون کی یقین دہانی کرائی۔

Deputy Leader of Opposition in the House of Commons calls on NA Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf
 
Monday, 03rd Oct. 2022: Deputy Leader of Opposition in the House of Commons and Deputy Leader of the Labor Party, Ms. Angela Rayner & Lord Wajid Khan, Member of House of Lords, UK called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf. Both sides explored ways to enhance parliamentary and bilateral cooperation and socio-economic losses faced by recent devastating floods in Pakistan.

Expressing satisfaction with the fraternal Pak-UK ties, the Speaker remarked that the United Kingdom was a significant economic and bilateral partner of Pakistan. He applauded the Pakistani Diaspora's contribution to the country's economy, and politics; and their pivotal role in consolidating existing relations between the two countries.

Speaker, while highlighting the recent deadly floods in the country, said that climate change had unfavorably impacted Pakistan while it had less than 1% share in global carbon emissions. He also apprised about the National Assembly’s move to present an Emergency resolution in the forthcoming IPU Conference in Rwanda from Oct 11-15, 2022 to highlight the plight of flood affectees in Pakistan. The Speaker sought the support of the Parliament of the UK and its government to back the National Assembly's call for the creation of a global climate fund for developing countries, particularly Pakistan.

Deputy Leader of the Labor Party said that the UK had not forgotten the people of Pakistan and they would always extend their support in any way possible to help the flood affectees in Pakistan.  They also agreed to strengthen mutual ties and expand corporations in the fields of common interests. She also agreed that parliamentary interactions and collaboration would further bolster Pak-UK bilateral ties. Lord Wajid also assured to make efforts to garner support for Pakistan’s ambition of building back better in a greener and cleaner manner.

Islamabad, the 3rd October, 2022: A meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Rules of Procedure and Privileges was held today at 2:00 p.m in the Constitution Room, Parliament House, Islamabad under the Chairmanship of Rana Muhammad Qasim Noon, MNA.  

1) On the Question of Privilege raised by Mr. Zahid Akram Durrani, MNA / Hon. Deputy Speaker regarding not attending the telephone calls of the Hon. Member by Mr. Zubair Niazi, Ex. Deputy Commissioner, Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege with the direction that Secretary, Establishment Division and Chief Secretary, Govt of Khyber PakhtunKhwa, should attend the next meeting of the Committee in person on the said Question of Privilege. The Committee also directed to inform to All Federal Secretaries/Provincial Secretaries, Ministries, Divisions, Departments that not attending the phone calls of the Hon. Parliamentarians and not resolving their issues would be considered an offence and disciplinary actions would be taken as per Law.  Mr. Zubair Niazi, Ex. Deputy Commissioner, Bannu tendered an unconditional apology before the Committee which was not accepted by the Hon. Mover and the Committee as well, therefore, the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
2) On The Question of Privilege raised by Sahibzada Muhammad Mehboob Sultan, and Mr. Muhammad Ameer Sultan, MNAs regarding alleged non-cooperation of Ex.DPO, District Jhang with the MNAs on telephone; the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege subject to the un-conditional written apology before the Committee.
3) On the Question of Privilege raised by Mr. Muhammad Sajjad, MNA regarding in-action of SHO, Thana City Mansehra, SP Operations Mansehra, DPO, Mansehra and I.G, KPK on his application regarding gross mutilation of property by the land mafias; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting. The Committee directed that in the next meeting, the Police Department of KPK/Mansehra, should be ensured to attend the next meeting of the Committee.
4) On the Question of Privilege raised by Ms. Nuzhat Pathan, MNA regarding not attending the telephone calls of the Hon. Member by Agha Abdul Raheem, Director General (D.G), Sehwan Development Authority, Jamshoro; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting, the Committee pended the Question of Privilege with the direction that Chief Secretary, Govt of Sindh and Mr. Agha Abdul Raheem should attend the next meeting of the Committee. The Committee also directed that the next meeting should be convened in Karachi and the Hon. Chief Minister, Sindh should be invited as a Special Invitee in the said meeting being proposed to be held in Karachi.
5) On the Question of Privilege raised by Mr. Usama Qadri, MNA regarding misbehavior of Mr. Zahid Hussain, Joint Secretary, Maritime Affairs over telephone with the Hon. Member; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
6) On the Question of Privilege raised by Mr. Salahuddin Ayubi, MNA regarding the raid of Islamabad Police force on lodge No. A-401, Parliament Lodge of the Hon. MNA on the direction of former Prime Minister Mr. Imran Khan and former Minister for Interior Mr. Shaikh Rashid Ahmed; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting with the direction that Mr. Imran Khan,MNA/Ex.Prime Minister, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed, MNA/Ex. The Minister for Interior should attend the next meeting of the Committee, in person.
7) On the Question of Privilege raised by Chaudhary Faqir Ahmed, MNA regarding not-responding the telephone calls of the Hon. Member by Secretary, M/o Religious Affairs and Inter Faith Harmony and misbehavior of Mr. Balqias, Private Secretary to the Secretary, of the aforesaid Ministry with the Hon. Member; as the Hon. Mover did not attend the meeting therefore, the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
8) On the Question of Privilege raised by Rana Shamim Ahmed Khan, MNA regarding not properly spending the amount given by him on the projects of his constituency by SNGPL; as the Secretary, M/o Energy (Petroleum Division) did not attend the meeting, therefore, the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
9) The Question of Privilege raised by Mr. Muhammad Aslam Bhootani, MNA regarding alleged misbehaviour of Mr. Amir Ali Bugti, XEN, QESCO, Gawadar; the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege.
10) On the Question of Privilege raised by Makhdoom Syed Sami Ul Hassan Gillani, MNA regarding the incorrect proposed Provisional Estimates of ADP-2021-22 by the XEN, Highways Bahawalpur and misbehavior with the Hon. Member; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
11) On the Question of Privilege raised by Makhdoom Syed Sami Ul Hassan Gillani, MNA regarding alleged misbehaviour of Zonal Chief, Zarai Taraqiati Bank, Limited (ZTBL), Bahawalpur; the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege.
12) On the Question of Privilege raised by Makhdoom Syed Sami ul Hassan Gillani, MNA regarding alleged misbehaviour of Mr. Ghulam Rasool Bhatti, SHO, Uch Sharif with the representatives of Hon. Member and not action taken against the SHO by the DPO, Bahawalpur; the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege with the direction that an inquiry should be conducted on the matter with a report to the Committee within ten days.
13) On the Question of Privilege raised by Makhdoom Syed Sami ul Hassan Gillani, MNA regarding alleged non-update the Hon. Member by XEN, Public Health Department, Bahawalpur regarding Provincial Fund year 2021-2022 and not responding the telephone calls; the Committee expressed its displeasure for not attending the meeting by Secretary, Public Health Department, Bahawalpur, and XEN Public Health Department, Bahawalpur and pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
14) On the Question of Privilege raised by Makhdoom Syed Sami ul Hassan Gillani, MNA regarding not attending the meeting of the Standing Committee on Federal Education, Professional Trainings, National Heritage and Culture fixed for 3rd and 17th August, 2022 by Engr. Prof. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, Islamia University Bahawalpur (IUB) despite the notices of the said meetings were duly served to him; the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege.
15) On the Question of Privilege raised by Mr. Ali Nawaz Shah, MNA regarding alleged registration of false cases against the workers/supporters of Hon. MNA to malign, defame the him and damage his reputation in his constituency by Mr. Shafique Shah, Chief Municipal Officer (CMO), Mir Pur Khas City, Chaudhary Asad, Superintendent of Police, Mr. Manzoor Lakhi, Deputy Superintendent of Police, City Mir Pur Khas, Mr. Khuda Bux Thebo, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Shujaabad, Mr. Rasool Bux Thaheem, Station House Officer, Taluka Mirwah, Mr. Shahjehan Lashari, Station House Officer, Satellite Town, Mr. Khuda Bux Rajani, Station House Officer and Mr. Munawar Arain, Assistant Sub-Inspector/MTO, Satellite Town, District Mir Pur Khas; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting. The Committee also directed that Deputy Commissioner and Commissioner, Mirpur Khas, Sindh should attend the next meeting of the Committee in person.
16) On the Question of Privilege raised by Ms. Romina Khursheed Alam, MNAregarding alleged baseless propaganda on social, print and electronic media that a 25 person delegation attended the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) conference in Canada; the Committee, the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting with the direction that necessary amendments should be made in the Act/Rules. The Committee also directed the Secretary, M/o Information and Broadcasting to have a joint consultative meeting including the representatives of PEMRA, PTA and FIA for resolving the issue.  The Committee also directed that pre-censoring measures are supposed to be adopted. The Committee also directed that the fine against such TV Channels should be increased from one million to five million. The Committee also directed that there is also the need for strengthening of PEMRA and PTA.  
17) On the Question of Privilege raised by Ms. Romina Khursheed Alam, MNA regarding alleged tweet of Ms. Aliya Hamza Malik, MNA mailing Regional Seminar for the Asia Pacific Region Parliaments on Achieving the Sustainable Developments held on 13th and 14th September, 2022; the Committee pended the Question of Privilege till its next meeting.
18) On the Matters regarding privileges of the Public Accounts Committee raised by Mr. Noor Alam Khan, MNA / Chairman, Public Accounts Committee (PAC); the Committee disposed of the matter with direction to all Federal Secretaries of Ministries/Divisions/Departments and the Chief Secretaries that nobody is above the law and supremacy of Parliament shall be honoured. The Committee also recommended that in case of any one dare to transgress or challenge the authority of the Parliament by avoiding the directions of the Parliament/Committees; strict disciplinary action shall be taken against him.
19) On the Application regarding provision of record of Standing Committee on Rules of Procedure and Privileges. (Matter referred by the Hon. Speaker); the Committee pended the issue with the direction that the Deputy Secretary, Litigation Wing of the National Assembly, the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the Ministry of Law and Justice and the Director L.D.Wing of the National Assembly should have a joint consultation and prepare a report within three days.
20) On the Issues of Hon. Members of the Committee with Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL); the Committee pended the issue till its next meeting.
21) On the Issues of Hon. Members of the Committee with Capital Development Authority (CDA) Islamabad; the Committee referred the issues of CDA to the Sub-Committee already appointed under the convenership of Mr. Junaid Anwar Chaudhary, MNA.
22) On the Issues of Hon. Members of the Committee with National Highway Authority (NHA); the Committee pended the issue till its next meeting.
23) On the Issues of Hon. Members of the Committee with State Bank of Pakistan and Ministry of Finance regarding using the words “Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) while opening the new accounts and not provision of credit cards to the Hon. MNAs; the Committee pended the issue till its next meeting with the direction that facilities regarding provision of credit cards, Auto leasing, opening of Foreign Currency Accounts, opening of accounts of children of the Hon. Politicians and the employees of the Parliament should be given by the ABL, Parliament House, Islamabad. The Committee also directed that the name and contact numbers of the focal person of State Bank of Pakistan should be provided to the Committee.
24) On the issue of Contempt of Parliament; the Committee pended the issue till its next meeting.
25) On the issue to discuss Articles 66 and 69 of Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973; the Committee pended the issue till its next meeting.
26) The Question of Privilege raised by Mahar Irshad Ahmed Khan Sial, MNA regarding not attending the telephone calls of the Hon. Member by Mr. Ahmed Nawaz Shah, DPO, Muzaffargahr, the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege.
27) The Question of Privilege raised by Mahr Irshad Ahmed Khan Sial, MNA regarding not attending the telephone calls of the Hon. Member by Mr. Sajjad Rizvi, Chief Irrigation Rizvi, Dera Ghazi Khan, the Committee disposed of the Question of Privilege.
28) The Committee confirmed the minutes of its previous meeting held on 16th and 17th August, 2022.
29) The meeting was attended by Rana Muhammad Qasim Noon, Mr. Usama Qadri, Mr. Nawab Sher, Makhdoom Syed Sami-ul-Hassan Gillani, Sardar Riaz Mahmood Khan Mazari, Mr. Muhammad Sajjad, Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhary, Pir Syed Fazal Ali Shah Jillani, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, Ms. Shagufta Jumani, Mr. Zahid Akram Durrani, MNA, Deputy Speaker, Ms. Nuzhat Pathan, MNA, Mr. Salahuddin Ayubi, MNA, Rana Shamim Ahmed Khan, Ms. Romina Khursheed Alam, Mahar Irshad Ahmad Khan Sial, and Mr. Noor Alam Khan, MNA/Chairman, PAC.
30) The meeting was also attended by Nawabzada Shah Zain Bugti, MNA/Minister.
 

Speaker secures more support for global climate fund

Ambassador of Indonesia assured his country’s support to the National Assembly’s proposal for creation of global climate fund to combat climate catastrophe

Friday, 30th Sep 2022:

Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan Mr. Adam Mulawarman Tugio called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf in Parliament House on Friday. Matters pertaining to solidifying bilateral relations, parliamentary cooperation & support for National Assembly's proposal regarding the climate fund came under discussion in the meeting.

Speaker remarked that Pakistanis have a special affection for Indonesia & its people not only for being a Muslim country but also for shared culture, religious values, and the support extended by them during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965.

While discussing the recent flood & its aftermath, Speaker highlighted that Pakistan witnessed unprecedented challenges & in this backdrop, National Assembly has moved an emergency agenda item for the 145th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Rwanda being held from Oct. 11-15, 2022, for creation of a global fund to combat climate fallout in Pakistan. He added that a letter & resolution on the same had been sent to the Speaker of the People's Representative Council of Indonesia with a request to support Pakistan's stance at the conference. He expressed gratitude to the government and the people of Indonesia for extending relief assistance to flood affectees in Pakistan.

The Indonesian Ambassador agreed that climate change wasva global issue that required global efforts and attention. He condoled massive losses due to devastating floods & expressed solidarity with the flood affectees. Owing to the extent of climatic fallout in Pakistan, he assured to convey Speaker’s message to the Indonesian leadership to support Pakistan’s National Assembly's call for the creation of a global climate fund to build back better in a climate-resilient
manner.

The meeting ended with a pledge to increase bilateral engagements in all spheres & extending support to each other at regional and international fora.

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے انڈونیشیا کے سفیر آدم ملاورمان ٹگیو کی ملاقات۔

پاکستان موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے ہونے والی تباہی سے نبرد آزما ہے، اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

انڈونیشیا آئی پی یو کی جنرل اسمبلی کے اجلاس میں پاکستانی موقف کی تائید کرتا ہے، انڈونیشین سفیر

اسلام آباد، 30 ستمبر 2022اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف سے انڈونیشیا کے سفیر آدم ملاورمان ٹگیو کی جمعہ کے روز پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں ملاقات کی۔ ملاقات میں دوطرفہ تعلقات اور باہمی دلچسپی کے دیگر امور پر تبادلہ خیال کیاگیا۔سپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے کہا کہ پاکستان انڈونیشیا کے ساتھ خوشگوار برادرانہ تعلقات کو بڑی اہمیت دیتا ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان انڈونیشیا کے ساتھ اقتصادی و پارلیمانی تعلقات کو مزید وسعت دینے کا خواہش مند ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ پارلیمانی سفارتکاری دونوں ممالک کو مزید قریب لانے میں اہم کردار ادا کر سکتی ہے۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے پاکستان میں حالیہ سیلاب اور طوفانی بارشوں کا ذکر کرتے ہوئے بتایا کہ موسمیاتی تبدیلیاں ترقی پذیر ممالک کے لیے بڑا خطرہ ہیں۔پاکستان میں حالیہ تباہ کن سیلاب کی وجہ سے پاکستان کو بڑے پیمانے پر جانی و مالی نقصان کا سامنا کرنا پڑا ہے۔انہوں نے بتایا کہ موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کا سبب بننے والی زہریلی گیسوں کے اخراج میں پاکستان کا حصہ نا ہونے کے برابر ہے۔زہریلی گیسوں کے اخراج کی وجہ سے ہونے والی موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں میں بڑا حصہ ترقی یافتہ ممالک کا ہے۔اسپیکر نے کہا کہ ترقی یافتہ ممالک کی ترقی کی عمارت ترقی پذیر ممالک کی تباہی پر کھڑی نہیں کی جاسکتی۔انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے ہونے والے نقصانات کا ازالہ ضروری ہے۔انہوں نے انڈونیشین سفیر کو بتایا کہ آئندہ ماہ رونڈا میں آئی پی یو جنرل اسمبلی کا اجلاس منعقد ہونے جا رہا ہے جس میں قومی اسمبلی آف پاکستان نے موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں سے ہونے والے نقصانات کو ایمرجنسی آئٹم کے طور پر ایجنڈے میں شامل کرنے کے لیے سیکرٹری جنرل آئی پی یو کو خط بھیجا ہے۔ خط میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے ہونے والے نقصانات کے ازالے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ قائم کرنے کا مطالبہ بھی کیا گیا ہے۔

انڈونیشیا کے سفیر آدم ملاورمان ٹگیو نے کہا کہ انڈونیشیا پاکستان کے ساتھ اپنے خوشگوار تعلقات کو قدر کی نگاہ سے دیکھتا ہے۔انہوں نے پاکستان میں حالیہ سیلاب کے دوران ہونے والے جانی و مالی نقصانات پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا۔سفیر نے انڈونیشیا کی عوام اور حکومت کی جانب سے پاکستانی عوام کے ساتھ یکجہتی کا اظہار بھی کیا۔انہون نے کہا کہ انڈونیشیا کے عوام اور حکومت دکھ کی گھڑی میں پاکستان کے عوام کے دکھ میں برابر کے شریک ہیں۔ سفیر نے موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کے نقصان کے ازالے کے لیے عالمی فنڈ کے قیام کے لیے اسپیکر کی تجویز سے اتفاق کیا اور انڈونیشیا کی جانب سے آئی پی یو کی جنرل اسمبلی کے اجلاس میں پاکستانی موقف کی تائید کا یقین دلایا۔

Islamabad: September 27, 2022; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Pakistan greatly values its fraternal ties with Bahrain which are rooted deep in cultural affinities. He said that Pakistan was interested in further augmenting the existing close and cordial relations with Bahrain in all spheres. He expressed these views during the telephonic conversation with the Speaker of the Council of Representatives of Kingdom of Bahrain Fawzia Bint Abdullah Zainal.

Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf apprised the Speaker of Bahrain that Pakistan had successfully hosted the 3rd Regional Seminar for the Parliaments of Asia Pacific Region on Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals from September 13-14, 2022 to highlight the losses and damages caused by the devastating floods in Pakistan. He said that an emergency resolution will be presented in the context of the devastating floods in Pakistan in the next meeting of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Rwanda with the objective to present a forceful demand that developed countries must compensate for irreparable socio-economic losses due to climate change in developing countries. He expressed gratitude to the government and people of Bahrain for extending assistance for the relief of flood victims.
 
While talking about World Tourism day, being observed today, the Speaker said that Pakistan seeks support in promoting tourism in Pakistan. There are ample opportunities for investment in the tourism industry and food security from which Bahrain investors could be benefited. He added that the Industrial sector was also open to foreign investors including Bahrain.

The Speaker said that Pakistani diasporas in Bahrain were playing an important role in the economic development of Bahrain along with that of Pakistan. The Speaker also expressed gratitude for the support of Bahrain at the platform of FATF and OIC and expressed hope for continued support in the future as well.
 
Speaker said that Pakistan looked forward to welcoming His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, (King of Bahrain) and HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa (the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and Prime Minister) in Pakistan.

Speaker of Bahrain expressed grief over the loss during the recent floods in Pakistan. She applauded the National Assembly of Pakistan for successfully hosting the 3rd regional seminar on IPU. She said that Pakistan had effectively highlighted the vulnerabilities of developing countries, especially the countries of the Asia-Pacific region, from the ever-intensifying impacts of global climate change. She assured full support to the National Assembly's call for global funds to combat climate catastrophe being the President of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union (AIPU).

Islamabad:27thSeptember 2022:  Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin called on Speaker NationalAssembly Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House. The matters related to enhancing trade, relaxing visa policy, expanding parliamentary cooperation and support for National Assembly (NA) call for global funds through Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) to combat climate catastrophe were discussed in the meeting.
 
The Speaker while welcoming the Ambassador remarked that Pakistan attaches great significance to its ties with Kazakhstan, a key Central Asian country which shares mutual vision of regional cooperation. He said that parliamentary diplomacy could play a vibrant role in expanding mutual cooperation. He said that parliamentarians on both sides can promote existing bilateral ties through mutual contact. He mentioned that Pak-Kazakh Friendship Group in NA is actively working to expand relations between parliaments of both countries.
 
The Speaker said that there is a huge economic potential that needs to be explored for the mutual benefit of both countries. He added that business communities of both countries should promote trade and investment by exploring investment opportunities to further improve trade relations.
 
Speaker highlighted that Pakistan was witnessing unprecedented climate challenges and to combat this colossal challenge NA has moved an emergency item for 145th IPU Assembly in Rwanda from Oct. 11-15, 2022. He added that a letter & resolution on the same had been sent to the Chairman with a request to support Pakistan's stance in forthcoming conference. He also shared a letter and resolution with the Ambassador.
 
Ambassador while appreciating the Speaker for warm reception expressed solidarity for flood affectees and shared a condolence letter on the same from Chair of the Mazhilis. He appreciated friendly ties between two nations and assured of future collaboration in diverse sectors.

Islamabad; Monday, 26th Sep, 2022: Ambassador of Argentina to Pakistan Mr. Leopoldo Sahores called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House today. Matters pertaining to bilateral and parliamentary relations were discussed in the meeting.

Speaker said that Pakistan attaches immense importance to its relations with Argentina as both fraternal countries are tied up in deep bonds of mutual trust, respect and cooperation. He said the Pakistan-Argentina Parliamentary Friendship Group in the National Assembly of Pakistan reflects stable parliamentary relations between the fraternal countries. He underlined that regular exchange of Parliamentary delegations, economic collaboration and people-to-people contact will consolidate relations between both countries.

Speaker while talking about investment opportunities in Pakistan said that the incumbent is making dire efforts to introduce various incentives for foreign investors besides providing a favorable environment for them. He underlined the need to expand collaboration between Pakistan and Argentina in fields of common interest including climate change, agriculture, and information technology.

Speaker while talking about the successful organization of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) seminar by the National Assembly of Pakistan said that the developed countries of the world are responsible for the rapid climate change in Pakistan as it only has less than 1% share in environmental degradation but is facing worse consequences in the form of floods. He said in this context, an emergency resolution will be presented in the next meeting of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Rwanda that intends to forcefully demand the developed countries compensate for irreparable socio-economic losses due to climate change in developing countries.

The two sides also underscored the need of enhancing cooperation in agriculture as both countries have much in common and may benefit from experience of each other in the sector. They also agreed to play their due role in the promotion of sports in Pakistan, particularly football.

The Ambassador of Argentina to Pakistan said that Argentina also attaches great significance to Pakistan and desires to further strengthen mutual economic and parliamentary cooperation. He reiterated Argentina’s commitment to boost inter-Parliamentary relations and urged the need for frequent exchange of parliamentary delegations. He also extended his all-out support to Pakistan in overcoming challenges including the climate crisis that has resulted in massive floods that have affected 33 million people across the country.

Monday, 26th Sep, 2022: Ambassador of South Korea to Pakistan Suh Sangpyo called on Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House today. Matters pertaining to bilateral relations, and key regional and international issues were discussed in the meeting.

Speaker said that Pakistan and Korea enjoy long-standing relations which are based on decades-old economic partnerships. While recalling the visit of the members of Republic of Korea-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group to Pakistan from August 22-25, 2022, the Speaker said that Pakistan gives immense value to its relations with the Republic of Korea (ROK) and desires to further deepen the existing relations through enhanced Parliamentary and economic cooperation.

Speaker said that Korea has achieved exceptional economic and industrial progress due to the farsighted and dedicated Korean leadership. He said that there are huge opportunities for investment in various sectors in Pakistan. He added that Korean companies can further invest in Pakistan’s lucrative market, especially in the fields of business, communication, energy, infrastructure and Information Technology.

Speaker while talking about the unprecedented catastrophe caused by recent devastating floods in Pakistan apprised that National Assembly in collaboration with Inter-Parliamentary Union had hosted 3rd Regional Seminar for the Parliaments of Asia Pacific Region on Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals from September 13-14, 2022 to highlight the vulnerabilities of developing countries especially the countries of the Asia-Pacific region from the ever-intensifying impacts of global climate change. He said that being a member of the Asia Pacific region, the Parliamentary delegation of Korea also actively participated and assured their all-out support in raising the issue of climate change on international forums.

He said that an emergency resolution will be presented in the context of the devastating floods in Pakistan in the next meeting of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Rwanda. The objective of this resolution is to present a forceful demand that developed countries must compensate for irreparable socio-economic losses due to climate change in developing countries, he added. He appreciated the Korean government's generous support for the relief and rehabilitation efforts for the flood affectees in Pakistan that has left millions homeless across the country.  Speaker also accepted the invitation extended by the Ambassador to participate in the 40th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries.

Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Pakistan Suh Sangpyo said that ROK also considers Pakistan one of its close friends and an important economic partner. He said that Korean investors are eager to explore and further invest in Pakistan for the mutual benefit of both countries. He assured his country’s all-out support to Pakistan at regional and international forums regarding the issue of climate crisis being induced in Pakistan by the developed countries responsible for CO2 emissions. He expressed gratitude for accepting the invitation by the Speaker to participate in the 40th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties.

اسلام آباد : 26 ستمبر ، 2022: اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشراف سے پیر کے روز ارجنٹائن کے سفیر لیوپولڈو ساہورس نے پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں ملاقات کی۔ملاقات میں دوطرفہ پارلیمانی تعلقات سمیت باہمی دلچسپی کے دیگر امور پر تبادلہ خیال کیا گیا۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے کہا کہ پاکستان ارجنٹائن کے ساتھ اپنے خوشگوار تعلقات کو بڑی اہمیت دیتا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ دونوں ممالک میں تعلقات باہمی اعتماد و احترام اور دو طرفہ تعاون پر استوار ہیں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ پاکستان کی قومی اسمبلی میں پاکستان-ارجنٹائن پارلیمانی دوستی گروپ دونوں دوست  ممالک کے مابین مستحکم پارلیمانی تعلقات کی عکاسی کرتا ہے۔ انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ پارلیمانی وفود کے تبادلے، معاشی تعاون اور عوامی سطح پر رابطوں سے دونوں ممالک کے مابین تعلقات کو  مزید مستحکم کیا ججاسکتا ہے۔

اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے پاکستان میں سرمایہ کاری کے مواقع کے بارے میں بات کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ موجودہ حکومت بیرونی سرمایہ کاروں کو سازگار ماحول فراہم کرنے کے ساتھ ساتھ  مختلف مراعات کو متعارف کرا رہی ہے۔انہوں نے موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں پر قابو پانے، زراعت اور انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی سمیت دیگر معاشی شعبوں میں تعاون بڑھانے کی ضرورت پر زور دیا۔

اسپیکر نے کہا کہ بین الپارلیمانی یونین کے آئندہ اجلاس جو رونڈا میں منعقد ہوگا میں پاکستان میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں کے حوالے سے ایمرجنسی قرارداد پیش کی جائے گی ۔انہوں نے کہا کہ اس قرارداد میں ترقی یافتہ ممالک پر زور دیا جائے گا کہ وہ ترقی پذیر میں موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے ہونے والی تباہ کاریوں کے نتیجے میں ہونے والے نقصانات کے ازالے کیلئے فوری اقدامات کریں ۔

پاکستان میں ارجنٹائن کے سفیر لیوپولڈو ساہورس نے کہ ارجنٹائن بھی پاکستان سے اپنے تعلقات کو بڑی اہمیت دیتا ہے اور باہمی معاشی و پارلیمانی تعلقات کو مزید وسعت دینے کا خواہش مند ہے۔ انہوں نے دونوں ممالک کے مابین  پارلیمانی تعلقات میں اضافے کے عزم کا اعادہ کیا اور پارلیمنٹری وفود کے  تبادلوں کی ضرورت پر زور دیا۔ انہوں نے موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کے بحران سمیت دیگر چیلنجوں پر قابو پانے میں پاکستان کو اپنی حکومت کی جانب ہر ممکن تعاون کا یقین دلایا ۔انہوں نے سیلاب کے دوران بڑے پیمانے پر جانی و مالی نقصانات پر گہرے دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار کیا۔

Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf in his message congratulated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince Deputy Prime Minister/Defense Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Chairman of the Shura Council Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammad bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh, Royal Family and the Saudi people on the 92nd National Day.

Speaker remarked Saudi Arabia is moving ahead of time when it comes to progress, prosperity and welfare of its people under the visionary and farsighted leadership of the Kingdom.
He further asserted that Pakistan always cherished its brotherly ties with the Kingdom. Both the countries always supported and stood side by side through thick & thin.

Speaker further said that humanitarian assistance extended by the Kingdom and the people to flood-ravaged Pakistanis in the wake of devastating floods was highly appreciable and reflected the love and affection of the brotherly people of the country. He also emphasized regular high-level exchanges between the parliaments of the two countries as it would further cement the bond of friendship and open new avenues of cooperation in all fields of mutual interest.

On this occasion, Deputy Speaker Zahid Akram Durrani extended felicitations to the Saudi leadership & the people of Saudi Arabia. He remarked that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are tied in deep-rooted bonds of faith, culture, and history. He said that the Parliaments of both countries can play a vital role in strengthening bilateral ties and bringing both countries closer. He thanked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for expressing solidarity with the people of Pakistan in these difficult times and for assistance to flood-affected people.

NA SPEAKER REITERATED PAKISTAN'S STRONG COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENING PEACE AND STABILITY IN THE REGION

NA SPEAKER URGED ALL POLITICAL PARTIES TO PROMOTE PEACE AND TOLERANCE FOR THE PROSPERITY OF THE COUNTRY.

Islamabad: 21st September 2022; Speaker of National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that Peace is essential for economic progress and development in the country. He said that our religion Islam stressed upon propagation of peace in the world. He added that the beloved Prophet (Peace be upon him) has been the symbol of peace for all mankind. He expressed these views in his message on International Day of Peace, which is observed across the world on 21st September 2022 under the theme “End racism. Build peace”.

Speaker said that Pakistan being an advocate of peace had also been at the forefront to strengthen peace in the region, especially in Afghanistan where it played a significant role in the Afghan Peace Process and helped the evacuation of different nationals during the Afghan withdrawal.

Speaker underscored the importance of living together with affection, empathy, and brotherhood irrespective of color, class, or religion. He reiterated Pakistan's strong commitment to strengthening peace and stability by playing a positive role in the region. He urged all political parties to promote peace and tolerance in societ

•         Devastations caused by climate catastrophe in Pakistan require complete and unconditional support from the International community
 
•         GSP + status has allowed Pakistan to enhance its efforts to alleviate poverty, ensure sustainable development and reinforce good governance
 
•         Parliament is taking all necessary measures to ensure complete fulfillment of all its commitments related to GSP +
 
Islamabad: 20th September 2022; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf urged European Parliament to continue sine die with GSP + for Pakistan; in a meeting with European Parliamentarians from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Lithuania, today at Parliament House, Islamabad.

Speaker underscored that such support was crucial, particularly in the wake of recent floods in Pakistan, which resulted in huge loss of lives and livelihoods. The National Assembly of Pakistan had already moved the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) for the inclusion of an emergency agenda on the issue of climate breakdown in Pakistan, in its forthcoming 145th General Assembly in Kigali, Rwanda, he added. Moreover, he stressed upon the visiting delegates to back the agenda of climate change, as no country or region could alone tackle the fallout of rampant climate catastrophes.

The Speaker maintained that Pakistan attaches great importance to the EU and its Parliament and he was fully convinced that our collective efforts could help both regions to prosper and progress.

The Speaker also highlighted the wide array of legislative measures taken by the parliament particularly related to children, women, human rights, and environmental protection. “Human rights are very dear to Pakistan and the country always tries to ensure implementation of all related laws in letter & spirit in accordance with the Constitution of Pakistan,” he remarked. Everyone living in Pakistan was treated equally without any discrimination, he added.

Speaker appreciated EU Parliament's support for GSP + status for Pakistan which resulted in increased exports to the EU and insisted on continued cooperation and collaboration in that regard.

EU delegates appreciated Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf for the passage of laws pertaining to Pakistan’s international commitments and assured their full support in this grim hour of grief and anguish.

In the end, both sides acknowledged the need for continued cooperation to meet persisting challenges, particularly climate change and the devastation caused by it, especially in Pakistan.

Later in the day, Advisor to Archbishop of Canterbury Dr. Charles Reed called on the Speaker, at Parliament House. During the meeting, the Speaker remarked that "inter-faith harmony is essential for peaceful co-existence, all across the world”. He insisted that "we all have to work together to purge hatred and promote peace through love and affection for each other". Muslim ummah needs the support of all developed nations to fight Islamophobia.
 

 National Assembly Secretariat

(Directorate General of Media)

Press Release

TACKLING CHALLENGE OF FAKE NEWS; THE PRIME RESPONSIBILITY OF YOUTH SAYS NA SPEAKER RAJA PERVEZ ASHRAF

Islamabad: 19th September 2022; Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has asserted that the trend of fake news is alarmingly devastating for social fabric and social integrity. He said that spreading fake news without verification is tantamount to breach the sanctity of individuals and institutions. While talking about the efficacy of social media, he said that it is incumbent upon the youth of the country to use social media plate forums with responsibility and integrity. He expressed these views while addressing the delegation of interns serving in Parliament House.

Speaker Raja Pervez Ashraf has outlined the vital role of youth to discourage the use of social media as a weapon of spreading negativity and restlessness. While citing the malicious and unfounded social media campaigns against the One Member Parliamentary delegation visit to attend the 65th CPC, the speaker urged the youth to use social media with utmost care. He advised the youth to use their potential for harnessing their potential for making Pakistan a prosperous and developed country.

Speaker said that Youth in the country has all the potential and capability to perform in this age of information and technology. He pressed upon the Youth to work hard day and night to make Pakistan more developed and prosperous.

Speaker also appreciated the role of youth interns in making events of the diamond jubilee celebration successful and also supporting diverse events of the 1st IPU conference on Achieving SDGs organized by IPU and the National Assembly of Pakistan.

Convener SDGs/MNA Ms. Romina Khurshid Alam and Senior officers of the National Assembly Secretariat were also present on the occasion.

Islamabad, 15, September, 2022: The Speaker National Assembly chaired a meeting regarding the status of health facilities provided to the people of Rawalpindi in general and Gujjar Khan in particular. The meeting was attended by Ms. Fatima Sheikh, Special Secretary (Development& Finance) Punjab along with the members of district health management.
The chair was briefed about the status of health infrastructure, staff strength, medicine provided, upgradation of the health facilities, repair and maintenance work carried out, number of labs & mother & child healthcare centers and number of ambulances.
In apropos to the directives of Speaker, it was apprised that new doctors will be appointed on ad hoc basis to counter the shortfall of health staff against the incumbent 293 sanctioned posts which are laying vacant.

Furthermore, it was informed that Gujjar Khan hospital as desired will soon be upgraded into Trauma Center for which every codal formality has been completed.
Besides this, it was brought into the knowledge of the Chair that RHC Mandra based on its catchment area population and OPD will get upgradation/equivalence to the Tehsil Headquarter Hospital (THQ) having all the facilities there. Other health facilities of Gujjar Khan as pointed out will be upgraded to the THQ as well namely RHC Qazian and RHC Daultala on priority.

Last but not the least, regarding the repair and maintenance work of the health facilities as discussed will be provided with the funds on priority during this quarter of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
Speaker appreciated the response of the health Department for the rehabilitation and revamp of health facilities with particular regard to those of Gujjar Khan.

 

Islamabad, September 15, 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that propagating false news and unverified narratives have become a real challenge for all democratic societies .He lamented that spreading negative news especially about prime institutions  has become a negative social trend.

The Speaker said that the journalist community‘s role to reject such false propaganda against parliament is essential to keep the sanctity of parliament intact. He expressed these views while addressing the members of the Parliamentary Reporters Association at the Parliament House on Thursday.

The Speaker claimed that the media plays the role of a bridge between the people and the public representative. He also asserted that PRA is part and parcel of  Parliament. The early resolution of all issues faced by PRA members had been his chief priority.
 The journalists reporting the proceedings of the Parliament have a responsibility to convey verified news as only true news would keep public trust intact on Parliament. The journalists should do their part to counter the fake news and whenever they need any information in this regard they can contact the National Assembly Secretariat.

The Speaker of the National Assembly said that it is incumbent upon journalists to guide them and rectify them whenever they observe something against parliamentary norms. And, if someone disrespects this sacred Institution, it is Media Representatives’ responsibility to discourage such efforts to malign this sacred institution. He said that this parliament belongs to all and everyone should work together to raise its dignity.

Referring to the baseless and fabricated news on social media about the parliamentary delegation participating in the 65th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, he said that Honey said that as per criteria the Federal Parliament of Pakistan was entitled to have five members of parliament. Of these five members, two were from the Senate and two members from the National Assembly of Pakistan were to participate in the conference. One MNA regretted and only Member of National Assembly MNA Ms Romina Khursheed Alam participated in the conference.

 The speaker said that it was very sad that despite the denial of this news by the National Assembly Secretariat, the media houses tried to throw mud on the most reliable institution of the state without any investigation. He said that some very reliable Officials of institutions also played their role in spreading baseless news.

The speaker said that we were able to successfully organize the third IPU Asia-Pacific Seminar during the last one month.

 The speaker said that during the last one month, Qaumi has successfully organized mega events, including the Diamond Jubilee celebrations on August 14 and the IPU Asia-Pacific Parliaments Seminar on SDGs. He said that in the Diamond Jubilee celebrations, the voice of children, women, minorities and even the eunuch on the floor of the Parliament echoed in the Parliament House. The purpose of the convention is to bridge the gap between the people and the people's representatives.

He further said that the aim of the IP seminar was to highlight the irreparable damage caused by floods due to global climate change in Pakistan.  The resounding success of IPU is that 34 countries of the Asia-Pacific agree to present an emergency resolution to highlight the damages caused by the flood disasters in the forthcoming IPU Conference to be held in Rwanda next month.

Islamabad: 15th September 2022: Speaker National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that services of Staff and professionals in PIMS  for patients’ welfare is commendable. He said that the health staff commitment with their professions is not rewarding in this world but it is also rewarding in the hereafter. He encouraged and appreciated the work and services of Pakistan Institute of medical services in Islamabad today.  He expressed these views while witnessing the oath taking ceremony of  members of Non-gazetted staff welfare organization in Islamabad today.

The Speaker encouraged and appreciated the lower staff for their valuable services to all patients who visit PIMS. He said that PIMS is the institution which is catering the needs of not only Islamabad but the whole country. He also said that it has been his top priority to resolve all issues being faced by lower staff in PIMS.   While responding to demands of staff for improving their service structure and for provision of utility store in their colony, the speaker extended all out support for early resolution of their issues.
The Members of newly elected Non-gazetted staff welfare organization expressed their gratitude to Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan Raja Pervez Ashraf for gracing their oath taking ceremony. They also presented their issues for early resolution.

 

جھوٹی اور حقائق کے منافی خبر جمہوریت کے لیے سب سے بڑا خطرہ ہے؛ اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی

آج  کے دور میں ایمانداری اور حقائق پر مبنی خبر دینا بڑے ثواب کا کام ہے؛راجہ پرویز اشرف

اپنی ذات پر تو تنقید برداشت کر سکتا ہوں لیکن پارلیمنٹ کی بے توقیری کسی صورت برداشت نہیں؛ اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی

اسلام آباد، 15 ستمبر 2022: اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف نے کہا ہے کہ آج کے دور میں جھوٹی اور حقائق کے منافی خبریں جن کا حقیقت سے دور تک تعلق نہیں ہوتا پھیلائی جارہی ہیں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ ہمارا مذہب بغیر تحقیق کے کسی بات کو پھیلانے کی سختی سے ممانعت کرتا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا حقائق پر مبنی خبر دینا آج کے دور میں بڑے ثواب کا کام ہے۔ان خیالات کا اظہار انہوں نے جمعرات کے روز پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں پارلیمانی رپورٹرز ایسوسی ایشن کے ممبران سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کیا۔

اسپیکر نے کہا کہ میڈیا عوام اور عوامی نمائندے کے درمیان پل کا کردار ادا کرتا ہے، میں پی آر اے کو پارلیمنٹ کا حصہ سمجھتا ہوں۔انہوں نے کہا کہ میں نے حلف اٹھانے کے بعد قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ کو ہدایت جاری کی کہ میڈیا کے نمائندوں کو درپیش مسائل کو فوری طور پر حل کیا جائے، میڈیا پارلیمنٹ کا حصہ ہونے کہ ناطے پارلیمنٹ کی کارروائی کی رپورٹنگ کرنے والے صحافی حضرات پر ذمہ داری عائد ہوتی ہے کہ وہ پارلیمنٹ سے متعلق درست خبر عوام تک پہنچائیں اور اس مقدس ادارے کے خلاف چھپنے والی جھوٹی خبروں کی تردید کریں اور غلط خبر دینے والوں کا محاسبہ کریں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ  جھوٹی خبروں کے سدباب کے لیے اپنا کردار ادا کریں اور اس سلسلے میں اگر ان کو کوئی معلومات چاہییں ان سے یا قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ سے رابطہ کر سکتے ہیں۔ اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے کہا کہ اگر ہم کوئی خلاف قاعدہ کام کریں تو صحافی برادری کا پورا حق ہے وہ ہم پر تنقید کرے اور وہ ہماری رہنمائی کرے، تاہم اگر کوئی اس معزز ادارے کی بے توقیری کرے تو اس کا محاسبہ کرنا بھی آپ کی ذمہ داری ہے۔انہوں نے کہا کہ یہ پارلیمنٹ ہم سب کی اور سب نے ملکر اس کے وقار کو بلند کرنا ہے۔

دولت مشترکہ پارلیمانی  کانفرنس میں شرکت کرنے والے پارلیمانی وفد سے متعلق سوشل میڈیا پر چلنے والی بے بنیاد اور من گھڑت اور حقائق کے منافی خبروں کا ذکر کرتے ہونے اسپیکر نے  کہا کہ حقیقت یہ ہے کہ کانفرنس کے طے کردہ معیار کے مطابق پاکستان کی وفاقی پارلیمان کل پانچ ارکان پارلیمنٹ کے ہمراہ شرکت کر سکتی تھی۔ ان پانچ میں سے بھی دو ارکان کا تعلق سینٹ اور تین کا، بشمول اسپیکر ، قومی اسمبلی سے  تھا۔ انہوں نے کہا صرف ایک رکن اسمبلی رومینہ خورشید عالم کے ہمراہ میں نے کانفرنس میں شریک کی جبکہ دو ارکان سینٹ  میرے ہمراہ  تھے۔ اسپیکر نے کہا کہ یہ امر انتہائی افسوس ناک کہ قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ کی جانب سے اس خبر کی تردید کرنے کے باوجود بعد میڈیا ہاؤسز نے بغیر کسی تحقیق کے مملکت کے معتبر ترین ادارے پر کیچڑ اچھالا۔انہوں نے کہا کہ 25 اراکان کی جھوٹی خبر کو بغیر کسی تحقیق کے جنگل کی آگ کی طرح پھیلایا لیکن قومی اسمبلی کی جانت  سے جاری کردہ تردید کو کسی نے بھی چھاپنے کی زحمت نہیں کی۔ انہوں نے کہا  کہ بعض بڑے معتبر اداروں کے عہدیداران نے بھی بے بنیاد خبر کو پھیلانے میں اپنا کردار ادا کیا۔اسپیکر نے کہا کہ ہم گزشتہ ایک ماہ کے دوران تیسرے آئی پی یو ایشیا پیسفیک سیمینار کو احسن طریقے سے منعقد کرنے میں کامیاب ہوئے۔

 اسپیکر نے کہا کہ گزشتہ ایک ماہ کے دوران قومی اسمبلی  نے دو  میگاہ ایونٹ کامیابی کے ساتھ منعقد کرائے ہیں جن میں 14اگست کے موقع پر ڈائمنڈ جوبلی تقریبات اور  آئی پی یو  ایشیا پیسفیک پارلیمانوں کا ایس ڈی جیز پر  سیمینار  شامل ہیں۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ ڈائمنڈ جوبلی تقریبات میں پارلیمنٹ ہاوس میں بچوں ، خواتین ، اقلیتوں یہاں تک کہ پارلیمنٹ کے فلور پر خواجہ سرا کی آواز تک گونجی۔انہوں نے کہا کہ یہ پاکستانی عوام کی حقیقی آوازیں ہیں جو اس مقدس ایوان میں گونجی، ان تقریبات کےانعقاد کا مقصد  عوام  اور عوامی نمائندوں کے درمیان فاصلوں کو کم کرنا ہے۔انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ آئی پی سیمینار کا مقصد پاکستان میں عالمی موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی وجہ سے سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں سے  ہونے والے ناقابل تلافی نقصان کو عالمی سطح پر اجاگر کرنا تھا۔ جس میں ہم  نا صرف کامیاب ہونے بلکہ  ایشیا پیسیفک کے 34 ممالک کی کی مدد سے آئی پی یو کی اگلے ماہ روانڈا میں ہونے والی  آئی پی یو کانفرنس میں پاکستان میں سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں سے  ہونے والے نقصانات کے سلسلے میں  میں ایمرجنسی قراداد بھی پیش کی جائے گی۔ ملک کو درپیش معاشی مسائل کے پیش نظر ہم نے اس سیمینار کو انتہائی سادگی  اور کفایت شعاری سے پارلیمنٹ ہاؤس میں منعقد کیا۔ انہوں نے کہا بین الاقوامی نوعیت کے اس  سیمینار کو  پاکستان میں ماضی میں ہونے والی کانفرنسوں اور سیمینارز میں سب سے کم اخراجات میں منعقد کرایا گیا۔

اس موقع پر صدر پارلیمانی رپورٹرز ایسوسی ایشن (پی آر اے) نے آئی پی یو ایشیاء پیسیفک ریجن سیمینار کے کامیاب انعقاد پر اسپیکرقومی اسمبلی کو مبارکباد دی۔انہوں نے آئی پی یو سیمینار کے انعقاد کے موقع پر قومی اسمبلی سیکرٹریٹ کی جانب سے پی آر اے کے ساتھ مکمل تعاون پر اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی کا شکریہ ادا کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ سیمینار سے متعلق تمام معلومات بروقت فراہم کی جاتی رہی ہیں۔انہوں نے پارلیمان کی کاروائی اور پارلیمان میں ہونے والی عوامی نمائندوں کی سرگرمیوں کو عوام تک پہنچانے میں اپنے مکمل تعاون کا یقین دلایا۔

تقریب کے آخر میں اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی نے صحافیوں کے سوالات کے جوابات دیے اور  انہیں درپیش مسائل کو حل کرنے کے لیے اپنے ہر ممکن تعاون کا یقین دلایا۔اسپیکر نے تقریب میں بھرپور شرکت پر پی آر اے ممبران کا شکریہ ادا کیا۔

اسلام آباد:15 ستمبر، 2022؛ ایشیا پیسفک کی پارلیمان کے سیمینار کے کامیاب انعقاد کے بعد اسپیکر قومی اسمبلی راجہ پرویز اشرف کی ہدایت پر قومی اسمبلی آف پاکستان نے انٹر پارلیمانی یونین کو باضابطہ درخواست دے دی ہے کہ یونین روانڈا کے دارالحکومت کیگالی میں اگلے ماہ ہونے والے اپنے اجلاس میں یہ ہنگامی قرارداد منظوری کے لیے پیش کرے جس میں ترقی یافتہ ممالک سے مطالبہ کیا گیا ہے کہ وہ ماحولیاتی آلودگی کے باعث ترقی پزیر ممالک کو پہنچنے والے نقصان کے ازالے کے لیے ایک بین الاقوامی فنڈ قائم کریں۔
یہ درخواست آئی پی یو کے سیکرٹری جنرل کے نام سیکرٹری قومی اسمبلی کی جانب سے لکھے گئے خط میں کیا گیا ہے۔

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