SECRETARIAT'S Press Release

The first joint virtual meeting between the Pakistan-Australia Parliamentary Friendship Groups in the National Assembly and Senate of Pakistan with the Australia-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group in the Parliament of Australia was held on Thursday, 23rd September, 2021 at 1100 Hours at Committee Room No.5, Parliament House, Islamabad. The agenda of the meeting was to explore ways and means for strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries especially in wake of ongoing pandemic.
 
The meeting was chaired jointly by Ms. Marriyam Aurangzeb Convener, Pakistan – Australia PFG and Senator Rana Maqbool Ahmed from Senate of Pakistan. Mr. Rowan Ramsey, President Australia -Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Committee chaired the meeting from the Australian Parliament. H.E. Mr. Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, Pakistani High Commissioner to Australia and his counterpart Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan Dr. Geoffrey Shaw also attended the virtual meeting.
Bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest were discussed during the joint virtual meeting. During the course of meeting it was recommended that the both friendship groups in the Parliament of Pakistan in consultation with the Pakistan High Commission in Canberra and Australia-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Committee in the Parliament of Australia would prepare a working paper to explore possibilities to enhance bilateral ties between the two countries. The members of both sides agreed to develop a framework for further action.
Ms. Marriyam Aurangzeb also highlighted that Parliamentary Friendship Groups of both countries can play a pivotal role in promoting parliamentary diplomacy, people to people contact and promoting parliamentary relations through parliamentary exchanges from both countries.
Senator Rana Maqbool Ahmed emphasized on the need for exploring new avenues of cooperation in various areas of mutual interest. The issues related to Pakistani students, studying in various Australian institutions were also raised and Australian side was requested to facilitate in solving problems faced by Pakistani students,

 

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Islamabad, August 30, 2021: Parliament to be convened on 13th September, 2021 for the address of the President of Pakistan to mark the commencement of the 4th Parliament year of the incumbent National Assembly. This was informed by Advisor to the Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Zaheer Uddin Baber Awan who called on Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser, today. Federal Ministers Dr. fehmida Mirza and Asad Umar also joined the meeting.

Issues related to the Address of the President of Pakistan to the Majlis e Shoora (Parliament), pending legislation and the calendar for the new parliamentary year were discussed. Dr. Baber Awan informed that joint sitting of Parliament will be convened on September 13 to be addressed by President Dr. Arif Alvi.

Speaker Asad Qaiser said that effective legislation can overcome the challenges facing the country and solve the problems facing the people. He said that pending laws specially those related to public welfare should be brought erode the National Assembly for passage on priority during the fourth parliamentary year. The Speaker said that  performance of the National Assembly during its third year was commendable and the members of the treasury and the opposition needed to be credited for that.
 
Federal Ministers Dr. Fehmida Mirza and Asad Umar also appreciated Speaker Asad Qaiser for smooth conduct of the sessions of the Assembly. They said that discussion on public issues House provides guidelines to the executive for improving governance. They said that record legislation during the preceding year depicts interest of the legislators in the legislative proceedings.  

Dr. Baber Awan later informed that Calendar for the new parliamentary year has been prepared which will be submitted to the House Business Advisory Committee for approval. He informed that pending legislation also would be brought before the House for passages after fulfilling requirements provided under the Rules of Business and Conduct of Business in the National Assembly

 

Islamabad 24th August 2021: Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser said that institutional reforms are vital for making these institutions more productive and enabling these to provide for quality public service delivery. He said that without reforming public institutions the dream of welfare state would not be realized. He expressed these views while meeting with Advisor to the Prime Minister on Institutional Reforms and Austerity Dr. Ishrat Husain  who called on him in the Parliament House today.

Speaker Asad Qaiser said that as a result of his directions for austerity and adopting strict financial discipline, the National Assembly Secretariat  has reduced  its expenditure  substantially and surrendered an amount of Rs.1 billion 38.9 million to the government.  He said that this was in line with the government’s policy of austerity. He said that this saving is 26.4 percent of total budget of Financial Year 2020-21 of National Assembly Secretariat.  He said that this  is the largest savings in the history  of National Assembly  Secretariat.

Dr. Ishrat  Husain Advisor to the Prime Minister on Institutional Reforms and Austerity appreciated Speaker’s special efforts to adopt austerity measures and saving public money. He said that the incumbent government would continue to make and implement policies for bringing institutional reforms in the country. He also  said that institutional reforms would pave for the economic development of the country.

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June 2, 2021, Islamabad: On the second day of the 2nd General Conference of Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation Organization (PAECO), a special session on ‘Advancing Tourism for Development and Poverty Alleviation in ECO States’ was jointly organized by the National Assembly of Pakistan and the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS). Senator Dr. Sania Nishtar, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation, presided the inaugural session and presented the key note speech. She welcomed the national parliamentary delegates from Azerbaijan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan attended in person while Hon. MPs from Iran and Turkmenistan, who participated virtually in the absorbing two hours deliberations. 

Senator Dr Sania Nishter highlighted that tourism is a key driver of sustainable development and poverty alleviation of the local communities. She further stressed that the ECO region has enormous potential, and this conference is a much-needed initiative that must focus on the opportunities the region brings for the ECO states.  The Members of Parliament and parliamentary delegates including; Ms. Shinkai Karokhail (Afghanistan), Ms. Malahat Ibrahimgizi (Azerbaijan), Dr. Syed Ehsan Khandouzi (Iran), Mr. G. Rozyyev (Turkmenistan), Mrs. Ceyda Bolunmez Cankiri (Turkey) and Mr. Zohidov Erkin (Uzbekistan) addressed the session highlighting their countries' narratives on the topic in addition to challenges and way forward viz a viz advancing tourism for development and poverty alleviation of our people especially the poor. The session enabled Members of Parliament, experts and parliamentary officials to ponder upon the much-needed development of local infrastructure such as; inter-regional transport, roads, hotels and resorts as well as tourist spots, to accommodate international tourists in the local context of member states. The discussion also highlighted the strategies for promoting regional tourism and development concurrently strategizing for poverty alleviation through development initiatives.

In the concluding session, the national and international delegates of the PAECO jointly deliberated and agreed with consensus on the joint statement of the session, which devised a way forward for advancing tourism for development and poverty alleviation in the region. In the final statement,  they highlighted the importance of the ECO region and the benefits that can result from close collaboration among member countries. They stressed that the ECO countries' governments must cooperate in all forms of tourism, which remains as a great driver of sustainable development and poverty alleviation. Resources should be pooled to build the capacity of local communities through education and training of our population especially in livelihoods connected to tourism. Furthermore, it was underscored that the elimination of terrorism is key to ensuring security in our region, which is vital to attract and develop our tourist industries.

The session was chaired by the Honorable Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Mr. Fawad Hussain Chaudhry. He welcomed the delegates of the ECO member countries and highlighted the importance of the ECO region, and the opportunities it entails. While sharing his remarks, he stressed upon the importance of enhanced tourism within the ECO regional states – leading to the sustainable development of the ECO member countries through greater cooperation in advancing tourism that will alleviate poverty from amongst the local communities. The session concluded with a group photo of the participants with the chief guest of the session.

PEOPLE’S REPRESENTATIVES RESOLVE TO WORK TOGETHER UNDER PAECO FOR REGIONAL PROSPERITY

Islamabad June 2, 2021: PAECO held a key session today on “Role of Parliaments in enhancing Trade & Connectivity”.

It discussed the avenues of collective and continuous parliamentary efforts for alleviation of poverty and prosperity of ECO region.

At a time, when pandemic is triggering global economic fallout and world is moving towards trade protectionism, regional trade is no longer an option but a necessity.

A case study shed light on successful parliamentary endeavors of National Assembly of Pakistan in relation to improving trade ties with ECO partners.

Later on, productive discussions were held in the context of promoting parliamentary partnerships under themes of inter-parliamentary cooperation, trade facilitation and promotion of people to people contacts.

First thematic session focused on enhancing intra ECO trade by increasing pace of resolution of outstanding issues between governments, common parliamentary legislation and exchange of information on concerns by various trading sectors through parliaments.

Second session urged facilitation of transit trade through trade liberalization, digitalization, infrastructure development and implementation of agreed trade mechanisms under ECO.

Parliamentary Assembly vowed to improve people to people contacts through visa liberalization, promotion of tourism and cultural activities during discourse in third session.

June 01, 2021
Second General Conference of the Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation Organization (PAECO)

ISLAMABAD: Women’s Parliamentary Caucus led two sessions at Second General Conference of the Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation Organization. WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP ROLES: LEADING THE AGENDA OF REGIONAL CONNECTIVITY and IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON WOMEN - AFFIRMATIVE ACTIONS BY REGIONAL PARLIAMENTS

Women parliamentarians from several political parties as well as representatives from the government, media fraternity and civil society also participated in the event. The event was jointly arranged by the National Assembly and Federal Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC).

Speaker National Assembly, Mr. Asad Qaiser graced the event. Secretary WPC Ms. Munaza Hassan gave the welcome remarks at the start of the event. Women Parliamentarians including Romina Khurshid Alam, Andleeb Abbas, Zartaj Gul, Shazia Marri and Naureen Ibrahim participated in respective sessions. International speakers, H.E. Ms. Sahiba Gafarova, Speaker Milli Majlis Republic of Azerbaijan and H.E. Mr. Mustafa Sentop, Speaker of the Grand National Assembly, Republic of Turkey addressed the event that was attended by parliamentarians, representatives of the government, women Achievers ,civil society and media, both virtually and in-person at the event.

While giving welcome remarks, Secretary Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, Munaza Hassan said: “ Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation Organization has enabled us to create understanding and build working relationships for our mutual benefits at the regional level. Our cooperation on ideas and best practices signifies harmony, tolerance and respect for diversity. Pakistan is sincerely committed to the Charter of ECO, and believes that durable peace and progress in the region are in interest of all. We believe that parliamentarians have a unique opportunity and constitutional responsibility to play a significant role in promoting peoples’ voices and safeguarding their interests. We strongly believe that women at the decision-making table are a pre-requisite for lasting peace and stability in our region. In this regard, I pay respect to Madam Speaker Ms. Sahiba Gafarova for being a symbol of strength for women in her country and the entire region. It is because of strong women like you who break down walls and defy stereotypes, paving the path for women to follow”

Ruling party’s member, MNA Andleeb Abbas on the occasion, stated that despite many   hardships, with their extraordinary power, their intellect, entrepreneurial insight, social media savvy, and fearless attitudes, women are leading the arena of thought leadership. The world is becoming more and more integrated. What started with greater trade openness is translating into growing global economic integration and interdependence, as transnational movement of people and capital accelerate and information become even more accessible. Technological developments are rapidly changing the way people learn, work and communicate.

While addressing to the first session, Ms.Shazia Marri said “Parliamentary democracies are vanguards of rights of the oppressed. And no democracy can work without meaningful participation of women. Women parliamentarians of Pakistan have been at the forefront

PAECO Members re-affirm their commitment to jointly mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 on SDGs implementation in the region.

Islamabad (June 1st, 2021): The SDGs Secretariat of the National Assembly of Pakistan hosted a Panel Discussion Session on “Impact of COVID-19 on the Implementation of SDGs in the Region.” The Breakout Session of the Second General Conference of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Economic Cooperation Organization (PAECO) was chaired by Hon. Mr. Riaz Fatyana, MNA / Convener National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs and was Co-Chaired by Key Members of the Taskforce. The aim of the session was to promote Parliamentary partnerships for regional integration and to accelerate working on global agenda in times of the ongoing pandemic.

The session included three thematic discussion sessions, namely; The Race for COVID-19 Vaccination, which was chaired by Hon. Dr. Nausheen Hamid, Parliamentary Secretary for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination / Convener Sub-Group on SDG 3. Open Data for a More Effective Covid-19 Response and SDGs Implementation, which was chaired by Hon. Dr. Aisha Ghous Pasha, MNA / Convener Sub-Group on SDGs Scorecard Development; and What can Parliaments do to Achieve SDGs, which was chaired by Hon. Dr. Nafisa Shah, MNA / Member National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs.

The Session was attended by Parliamentary Delegates from; Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Iran (Virtual), Kazakhstan (Virtual), and Turkey.

Speaking on the occasion, Hon. Mr. Riaz Fatyana said, “In light of the on-going novel pandemic, the Parliamentary functioning and business has suffered to a great extent but it is essential to remember that Parliamentarians are at the forefront of the fight to prevent, slow the spread, ensure SOPs and mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on society and our economy. To successfully carry out our responsibilities, legislators must engage with those we represent by understanding and moderating public concerns by ensuring delivery of resources to those, in need across regions.”

He further remarked, “Parliamentarians are close to the people from their respective communities and are mostly aware of their needs, culture and the environmental aspects, and could include those needs in a meaningful way in legislation. But sadly, our interactions with our constituents have limited down due to COVID’s social distancing policy and lockdowns. We are concerned that it might reflect on the upcoming general elections.”

Dr. Nausheen Hamid, Parliamentary Secretary for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Convener Sub-Group on SDG 3, highlighted key steps the government has taken so far to respond to the pandemic including the development of an in-house vaccine. She further highlighted that “there is a lot of negative propaganda about the risks of the vaccine. The myths and misinformation is causing unacceptability towards getting vaccinated.” She assured the panel that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the risks.

During the discussion, Mr. Abdul Aziz Hakimi, Member of the Wolesi Jirga of Afghanistan shared the Afghani experience of COVID-19 with the participants and urged them to develop a regular distribution mechanism for Vaccine in the region.
Mr. Tahir Mirkishili, Chair of the Committee on Economic Policy, Industries and Enterprising Shared Azerbaijani Vaccination Experience against COVID-19 and iterated the need to scale up production and sharing it across region.
Hon. Dr. Aisha Ghous Pasha, MNA in her keynote talked about the significance of financial and digital inclusion for rural populations and to develop a comprehensive strategy to sustain the industrial opportunities created by the pandemic. Moreover she said, “Resource constrained countries need policy prioritization in the times of COVID-19.” She also mentioned that the developed countries should have a larger heart in not just vaccination sharing but also in promoting SDGs, which is also in-line with SDG 17.” Hon. Nafisa Shah talked about the role of Parliaments in implementing the 17 global goals. She said, “SDGs must be the priority for every state to uplift the local population. Parliaments have to approve budgets and they have the power to shape the global agenda into national vision. They must play a central role. People centric policies must be formed to ensure that no one is left behind.”

Hon. MP Bulent Kusoglu from Turkey said “Parliaments should take lead to address the issue of public debts that got aggravated during this Pandemic.”
Hon. MNA Ms. Mehnaz Akber Aziz, Convener Special Sub-Group for Child Rights of the SDGs Taskforce, in her closing remarks urged the ECO parliaments to work together in Harmony as there was a huge appetite for regional cooperation and support.

The Session Chair and Convener National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs Hon. Mr. Riaz Fatyana in the end, proposed a PAECO Committee on SDGs and it was agreed that the same maybe taken up at the Executive Council meeting of the next general PAECO Conference.

The participating delegates offered vote of thanks to the Chair and thanked for the exceptional hospitality by Pakistan.
 

*PAECO CONFERNCE TO PROVIDE OPPURTUNITY FOR THOUGHT PROVOKING DISCUSSION ON PARLIAMENT’S OVERSIGHT ROLE IN PROMOTING INTRA-REGIONAL TRADE AND INVESTMENTS TO ENSURE SUSTAINABLE SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE ECO REGION: NA SPEAKER ASAD QAISER*

Islamabad: 31st May 2021 The National Assembly of Pakistan hosts the second General Conference of the Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation Organization (PAECO) June 01-02, 2021 in Islamabad. The Speakers and Parliamentarians from the ECO Parliaments will attend the event on the invitation of the Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser.

 The Conference is being attended by Mir Rehman Rahmani, Speaker of the Wolsi Jirga of Afghanistan, Ms. Sahiba Gafarova, Speaker of the MiliMajlis of Azerbaijan, Mr. Talant Mamytov, Speaker of the Supreme Council of Kyrgyz Republic, Mr. Zokirzoda Mahmodthohir ,Chairman of the Majlisi Namoyandagon of the Majlisi Oli of Republic of Tajikistan, Mr. Mustafa Sentop ,Speaker of  the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, Mr. Ismoilov Nurdinjoin, Speaker of the  Majlis Oli of the Republic of Uzbekistan and  Mr. Mynbay Darkhan as  Heads of the delegation of the House of Representatives of Kazakhstan. Whereas,  Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf ,Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran,  Ms. Gulshat Mammedova Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan and Dr. Hadi Soleimanpour Secretary General of ECO would virtually participate in the meeting.

The Inaugural Ceremony of the Conference would be graced by Dr. Arif Alvi President Islamic Republic of Pakistan on 1st June 2021. The inaugural Session would comprise a welcome address of Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser and addresses of Speakers/ Heads of delegations of Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan and key note address of Chief Guest President Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The Speaker National Assembly will also preside over meeting of Executive Council and General Conference as per the Charter of PAECO, a document agreed to acclaim the efforts of Izmir Treaty.  The 2nd Conference is an effort in the direction of enhancing cooperation and understanding between and among PAECO’s member countries. It is based on the belief that Parliamentarians, as representatives of the people and as policy makers, can play a pivotal role in encouraging commonality of views on matters of common interests as well as common concerns.

It is pertinent to note that the National Assembly of Pakistan is pioneer of PAECO and the vision behind its creation was to complement the efforts of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO). PAECO is an important Forum, established back in 2013 initially as a body of cooperation for promoting ECO processes in line with the Treaty of Izmir and Quetta Plan of Action. Its Charter is elaborative on its multidimensional activities.

It is to be recalled that PAECO was able to achieve Observer Status in Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) within one year of its inception in 2014. There are 2508 legislators in the Parliaments from ECO members representing the will of over 450 million people

During the second conference of PAECO, Speakers and Parliamentarians from ECO member countries will have a thought provoking discussion on Parliament’s oversight role in promoting intra-regional trade and investments to ensure sustainable socio-economic development in the ECO Region.

Besides deliberative agenda, Speakers of some ECO Parliaments will ratify the Charter to formalize its launching. This will also help to further the practical ideal of fellowship and understanding. The greatest advantage, however, is the opportunity to be enjoyed by Members to adopt a common line of action on different regional and international issues

The Permanent Secretariat of the Parliamentary Assembly of Economic Cooperation organization (PAECO) is being hosted by the National Assembly in Islamabad.
 

Islamabad: 29th April 2021: National Assembly  Secretariat  hosted Secretaries meeting of Senate, four Provincial Assemblies, legislative Assembly of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan in Parliament House this morning. Secretaries of Provincial Assemblies of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Legislative Assembly of Aj&k and Gilgit Baltistan Assembly attended the meeting whereas Secretaries of Provincial Assemblies of Sindh and Balochistan participated in the meeting through video link. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Tahir Hussain, Secretary National Assembly.

During the meeting the matters related to House procedures, strenghtening oversight and outreach function of Parliament, inter Legislatures cooperation and administrative  issues were deliberated upon in detail.

It was unanimously decided to present the agenda of institutionalizing the Office of Whips of parliamentary party in the Assembly in all provincial and both Houses of the Parliament. The agenda item related to Compilation of Speakers' ruling was also discussed. The Secretaries suggested that capacity building  of Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Studies (PIPS ) was imperative to carry out this important  task. The Secretary of legislative  body of AJ&k  and Gilgit Baltistan suggested for the up gradation and modernization  of Legislative bodies. The secretaries unanimously  suggested to increase collaboration in Library and Research facilities so that extensive collection of books in libraries and research material be shared amongst the legislatures.

It was stressed that unification in the rules and procedures of  standing committee related to strengthening of Parliamentary oversight on Executive would enable Parliament to be more productive. The enhanced role of PIPS to built capacity of Members of the Legislative bodies and parliamentary support staff of all provincial, Senate and National Assembly  was also suggested.

The agenda items finalized in the instant meeting would be placed before the Speakers Conference to be held next month for discussion.

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Islamabad July 15, 2020: The National Assembly of Pakistan will be hosting meetings of the following four Task Forces on 16th July 2020.

i. Task Force on clearance of Afghan bound container traffic
ii. Task Force on Liberalizing border trade and Visa regime with Afghanistan
iii. Task Force to discuss incidence of high custom demurrage
iv. Task Force on Tracking and Scanning of containers on arrival and departure from Pakistan

On the invitation of the Hon. Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr. Asad Qaiser the meetings will inter alia be attended by the Defence Minister, Chief Minister of KPK, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Establishment, Parliamentarians, Pakistan’s Special Envoy to Afghanistan and relevant Federal Secretaries, Chief Secretaries of KPK and Baluchistan and other relevant stakeholders.

Task Forces will deliberate on long term solutions of the issues involved and would prepare recommendations for final submission to the Honorable Speaker National Assembly.

The meetings are in line with the vision of the Hon. Speaker National Assembly to improve transit trade, commerce and people-to-people contact with the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for the mutual benefit of Pakistanis and Afghans.

The core objective of the Parliamentary Friendship Groups is to augment existing cordial relations between Pakistan and other friendly states.

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No.F1(2)/2020-Legis. In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (1) of Article 54 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the President has been pleased to prorogue the Majlis-e-Shoora(Parliament) in joint sitting summoned on Friday, the 14th February, 2020 on the conclusion of its business.


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TAHIR HUSSAIN, Secretary,
National Assembly Secretariat

Islamabad; January 01, 2020: The House Business Advisory Committee of the National Assembly met in Parliament House, today with Acting Speaker Qasim Khan Suri in the Chair to discuss the business for the Session of the National Assembly.

The agenda and ways and means to run the proceedings of the current session of the National Assembly were discussed. It was decided that the current Session would be continued till 10 January, 2020. It was further decided that apart from government and private Members business, matters of public importance would be discussed.

The meeting was attended by the Federal Ministers; Mr. Pervaz Khattak, Dr. Shireen Mazari, Mr. Ghulam Sarwar Khan, Mr. Shafqat Mahmood, Mr. Ijaz Ahmed Shah and Minister for State Mr. Ali Muhammad Khan, MNA’s Malik Aamir Dogar, Mr. Riaz Fatyana, Raja Pervaz Ashraf , Rana Tanveen Hussain, Mr. Iqbal Muhammad Ali Khan, Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi, Secretary National Assembly and senior Officers of National Assemlby.

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Islamabad; December 4, 2019: The House Business Advisory Committee of the National Assembly met in Parliament House, today with Speaker Asad Qaiser in the Chair to discuss the business and timetable for the Session of the National Assembly.

The agenda and ways and means to run the proceedings of the current session of the National Assembly were discussed. It was decided that the current Session would continue till 20th December, 2019. It was further decided that apart from government and private Members business, matters of public importance would be discussed. The Committee also decided to take up address of the President to the Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) for discussion. 

The meeting was attended by the Ministers, Mr. Pervez Khattak, Mr. Asad Umer, Dr. Shireen M. Mazari, Mr. ljaz Ahmad Shah, Mr. Muhammad Azam Khan Swati, Mr. Ali Muhammad Khan, MNAs; Sardar Nasrullah Khan Dreshak. Malik Muhammad Aamir Dogar, Mr. Riaz Fatyana, Mr. Iqbal Muhammad Ali Khan, Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, Ms. Rubina Irfan, Agha Hassan Baloch, Mr. Muhammad Aslam Bhootani, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Ch. Muhammad Barjees Tahir, Syed Naveed Qamar, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah and senior officers of the National Assembly Secretariat.

Islamabad; December 3, 2019: A delegation led by Dr. Abdullah Bin Mohammed Al- Sheikh, Chairman of the Shura Council of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will arrive on a 3-day official visit to Pakistan on Wednesday i.e. 4th Dec, 2019. The Saudi Parliamentary delegation is visiting Pakistan on the invitation of the Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan Asad Qaiser as an initiative for promotion of cordial relations and bilateral parliamentary exchanges with friendly countries through parliamentary diplomacy.

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoy brotherly relations and the same transcends to the legislatures of the both the countries. The legislatures of both the countries have commonalities of views and have supported each other on international and regional parliamentary forums. The upcoming visit is being considered to be of great significance and is expected to pave new pathways and strengthen the brotherly relations between the two countries. The instant visit of the Saudi parliamentarians would also provide an opportunity to their Pakistani counterparts for highlighting the plight of Kashmiris in result of Indian atrocities and muster support for resolution of Kashmir issue in accordance with the international commitment.

The delegation beside, calling on Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser, will also meet with the President of Pakistan, Prime Minister, Chairman Senate, Federal Ministers and their Pakistani counterparts. The matters pertaining to mutual cooperation in trade, economy, energy and other diverse sectors will be discussed.

Islamabad November 10, 2019.:  Pakistan Parliamentary delegation visited Roza e Rasool Allah Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) to pay homage to the saviour of humanity on the eve of 12 Rabi ul Awal according to a message received from Madina Munawara.

The Pakistan Parliamentary delegation is led by mr. Ibrahim Khan MNA AND comprise of Members of the National Assembly as per previous parliamentary practice proceed to Madina Munawara on self finance basis to present Salam and darood to Rasool Allah on behalf of parliament of Pakistan. This is the 4th parliamentary delegation proceeding to Madina Munawara in the month of Rabi Ul awal.

The delegation visited Roza e Rasool Allah and Secreatry to the delegation read out Salam on behalf of the Parliament. Later the delegation offered Nawafil and prayed for the solidarity and prosperity of Pakistan and Muslim Umah. They also prayed for success of the freedom struggle of their kashmiri brethren.

The delegation comprise MNAs Maulana Abdul Akbar Chitrali, Mr . Mujahid Ali, Ms. Kiran Imran Dar , Mian Najeeb Uddin Awaisi, Ms. Nafeesa Inayat Ullah Khattak, Ms. Saima Nadeem, Rai Muhammad murtaza Iqbal, Ms. Nuzhat pathan, Mrs. Shaheen Naz Toru, Ms. Javeria Zafar Aheer, Mr. Atta Ullah , Mr. Ibrahim Khan, Sardar  Nasrullah Dreshak, Ms. Saira Bano and Mr. Saeed Ahmad Maitla Director/Secreatry to the delegation.

Islamabad; September 30, 2019: The House Business Advisory Committee of the National Assembly met in Parliament House, today with Speaker Asad Qaiser in the Chair to discuss the business for the Session of the National Assembly.
 
The agenda and ways and means to run the proceedings of the current session of the National Assembly were discussed. It was decided that the current Session would be continued till 4th October, 2019. It was further decided that apart from government and private Members business, matters of public importance would be discussed.
 
The meeting was attended by the MNAs;  Mr. Iqbal Muhammad Ali, Mr. Agha Hassan Baloch, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Ch. Muhammad Barjees Tahir, Mr. Khurram Dastgir Khan, Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada, Syed Naveed Qamar, Shahida Akhtar Ali and Secretary and Special Secretary National Assembly.

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SPEAKER ACTS INDEPENDENTLY, RESPONSIBLY AND FOLLOWS THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES SET OUT IN THE CONSTITUTION, RULES AND PARLIAMENTARY TRADITIONS IN ORDER TO RUN THE AFFAIRS OF THE HOUSE EFFICIENTLY AND TO PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF ITS MEMBERS

NA SECRETARIAT ON DIRECTION OF SPEAKER REPLIES TO SHAHID KHAKAN ABASSI ON ISSUE OF PRODUCTION ORDERS

Islamabad September 12, 2019: The National Assembly Secretariat, on the direction of Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser had today replied to a letter written by Mr. Shahid Khakan Abassi, MNA regarding production of members in the custody to attend the proceedings of the national assembly/joint session.

The National Assembly Secretariat referring to the letter of the Member dated 26th August, 2019 addressed to Honorable Speaker, National Assembly regarding issuance of production orders of detained members of the National Assembly in order to attend the sittings of Assembly / joint session of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament), had informed that the Speaker being custodian of the House judiciously considers each and every case of detention of Member and nature of the case registered against him as well.

Referring to the Rule 108 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the National Assembly, 2007, the Member had been informed that the Speaker or Chairman of a Committee may summon a member in custody on the charge of a non-bailable offence to attend a sitting or sittings of the Assembly or meeting of a Committee of which he is a member, if he considers his presence necessary.
The Member had been further informed that Speaker had never been selective in issuance of Production Orders of the detained Members. It was further informed that the issuance of production orders of a member in custody was the sole discretion of the Speaker and member cannot claim it as a matter of right.

The Member was further informed that Speaker was well aware of his responsibilities being custodian of the House to protect the rights of members and ensure their participation in the Assembly /Joint Session of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) under the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the National Assembly, 2007. It further informed that the Speaker considers every case independently and in a responsible way and also follows the guiding principles set out in the Constitution, rules and parliamentary traditions in order to run the affairs of the House efficiently and to protect the rights of its members as well.

The Member had been further informed that there was no constitutional provision regarding issuance of Production Orders of a detained member.  However, if the Member in custody was not satisfied with the issuance of production orders by the Speaker, he may approach the court of competent jurisdiction in that regard. 
 

Islamabad; September 6, 2019: In connection with the observance of the 6th September, 2019 as Defence Day and Shuhda e Kashmir Day, Khatam Quran-e- Majeed was held in the Jamai Masjid of Parliament House, today after Juma Prayers.
 
The Khatam-e- Quran was attended by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Mr. Azam Khan Swati, Members of the Senate and National Assembly, employees of Senate and National Assembly Secretariats and Officers and staff of Allied Departments working in the Parliament House.

After Khatam-e-Quran, Fateha was offered for the Martyrs of 1965 war, Kashmir Freedom Movement and Military and Police Personnel martyred in fight against terrorism. Prayers were also offered for the success of the Kashmiris for attaining the right of self-determination in accordance with their aspiration. The participants also prayed for the integrity and stability of the Pakistan.

Islamabad July 27, 2019: 5th Asia Region Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Conference titled “Envisioning Parliamentary Paths towards a Diverse and Developed South Asia” will commence from July 29th, 2019 in Islamabad.  Speaker National Assembly Mr. Asad Qaiser, by virtue of being the President of the CPA Asia Region, is hosting this Conference. The CPA Asia Region Conference is being held after a gap of nine years.

The Conference will be attended by parliamentarians and eminent personalities like Ms. Rebecca Kadaga, Speaker of the Ugandan Parliament and the current President of CPA, Member of Parliament (UK) Lord Purvis of Tweed, Member of Malaysian Parliament Dr. Noraini Binti Ahmad, Chairperson of the CPA Executive Committee and Deputy Speaker of the Cameroon Parliament Ms. Emilia Lifaka, and Secretary General CPA Akbar Khan. Presiding Officers of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assemblies, Mr. Fida Muhammad Nashad and Mr. Shah Ghulam Qadir, respectively and other distinguished parliamentarians and panelists from Pakistan and Commonwealth Member States have been invited to participate in the Conference.

The Speaker, National Assembly Mr. Asad Qaiser in his message to the distinguished guests of the conference said that it was his profound privilege to host honorable Parliamentarians and experts from the South Asian region, Federal and Provincial legislatures of Pakistan alongside observers from various parts of the Commonwealth to the 5th CPA Asia Regional Conference, 2019 in Islamabad. He said that the theme of the Conference represents the earnest desire of the Parliament of Pakistan to collaborate with legislatures from the South Asian region to come together on a single platform for the common good of our people. He further said that keen participation by Members of Parliaments is most heartening and a sign of their commitment towards strengthening democratic processes and supporting Pakistan’s efforts of bringing regional legislatures closer.

Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) is an effort to promote parliamentary diplomacy and democratic governance. Parliamentarians from across Asian Region will be part of the conference to discuss poverty alleviation, equal rights and representation of women, achieving Sustainable Development Goals, and youth engagement in country’s progress. The conference aims to engage nations to come together for common good.

The Asia region of the CPA consists of Parliaments of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Provincial Assemblies of four provinces.
 

Islamabad; July 25, 2019: The National Assembly of Pakistan will be hosting the 5th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Asian Regional Conference in Islamabad from July 29-August 2, 2019. The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) links Parliamentarians and parliamentary staff from over 180 national, state, provincial and territorial Parliaments and Legislatures across the Commonwealth through its network. One of the oldest Commonwealth organizations, the CPA was founded in 1911. The CPA is an international community of Commonwealth Parliaments and Legislatures working together to deepen the Commonwealth’s commitment to the highest standards of democratic governance. The Association is composed of over 180 Branches formed in Legislatures in Commonwealth countries which subscribe to parliamentary democracy.
 
The CPA Asia region comprises the federal parliaments of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka as well as the four Provincial Assemblies of Pakistan.

The CPA’s mission is to promote the advancement of parliamentary democracy by enhancing knowledge and understanding of democratic governance, for which it seeks to build an informed parliamentary community and to further co-operation among its Parliaments and Legislatures. The CPA helps to identify benchmarks of good governance and to implement the enduring values of the Commonwealth. The CPA aims to promote knowledge of the constitutional, legislative, economic, social and cultural aspects of parliamentary democracy, with particular reference to the countries of the Commonwealth of Nations.

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Islamabad; June 22, 2019: A five Member, Czech parliamentary delegation will arrive in Islamabad on 23rd June, 2019 on an eight day visit to Pakistan. The delegation is visiting Pakistan on the invitation of Speaker, National Assembly Mr. Asad Qaiser. The delegation would be led by Mr. Daniel Pawlas, Member of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic and Chairman of the Czech-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group. Ms. Aliya Hamza Malik, MNA and Convener Pak-Czech Parliamentary Friendship Group will receive the delegation.
 
The delegation during its stay in Islamabad will meet Speaker, National Assembly, Chairman, Senate, Foreign Minister, Advisor to Prime Minister on Commerce and Textile and Industry and Production, Chairman Board of Investment and their counterparts in Pakistan Parliament. The delegation will later proceed to Lahore. They will meet Punjab political Hierarchy and key government functions besides meeting with the Representatives of Business and Industry Organizations.
 
The visit of the Czech Parliamentarians would prove instrumental in fostering coordination and understanding between the legislative bodies of the two countries. The interaction of parliamentarians through parliamentary friendship forum is also being viewed at an apt opportunity to expand the scope of cooperation and transformation of that relationship in the essential people-to-people and state level besides show casing a soft image of Pakistan to outside world.
 
The Czech parliamentary besides Mr. Daniel Pawlas, MP/Head includes MPs; Mr. Michal Ratiborskey, Mr. Peter Sadovsky, Mr Antonin Kubos and Mr. Jaroslav Roman.
 

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Islamabad:  May 29,  2019 : In pursuance of the provisions of clause (3) of Article 53 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Qasim Khan Suri, Deputy Speaker National Assembly shall act as Speaker National Assembly  w.e.f 29th May, 2019 vice Asad Qaiser, Speaker, National Assembly who has proceeded on a visit abroad.
 

Islamabad; May 24, 2019: The House Business Advisory Committee of the National Assembly met in Parliament House, today with Speaker Asad Qaiser in the Chair to discuss the business for the 10th Session of the National Assembly.

The agenda and ways and means to run the proceedings of the 10th session of the National Assembly were discussed. After taking into account the suggestion of the representatives of the Parliamentary Parties, it was decided that the current Session would continue till 31st May, 2019. It was further decided that apart from legislative business, Questions; Calling Attention Notices and matters of public importance would be discussed. 

The meeting was attended by the Ministers; Dr. Shireen M. Mazari, Mr. Ijaz Ahmed Shah, Mr. Azam Khan Swati, Minister of State Mr. Ali Muhammad Khan, MNAs; Mr. Asad Umar, Sardar Nasrullah Khan Dreshak, Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi, Ms. Rubina Irfan, Mr. Muhammad Aslam Bhoottani, Agha Hassan Baloch, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Syed Naveed Qamar, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah and Mr. Abdul Wasay.
 

Islamabad; May 21, 2019: National Assembly Secretariat has surrendered Rs.638.698 million on the account of saving to the national exchequer. The surrender of saving is required under the general financial rules and has formally conveyed to Ministry of Finance. The Secretariat had taken various steps under the direction of Speaker, National Assembly Mr. Asad Qaiser to reduce the expenditure of Secretariat without affecting the operational quality and service delivery. The surrender of above mentioned amount is made in different head of accounts from the sanctioned grant of the National Assembly during the fiscal year 2018-19.
 

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Islamabad, Pakistan – 18th March 2019: National Assembly’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Secretariat has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific (UCLG ASPAC), Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is aimed at further strengthening cooperation on Localisation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that shall contribute to the achievement of SDGs in Pakistan for improving the socio-economic situation of the Pakistani population.
Convener, National Parliamentary Taskforce on Sustainable Development Goals

Mr. Riaz Fatyana and Dr. Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi, Secretary General
United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific(UCLG ASPAC) signed the agreement.
Speaking at the occasion the Honourable Convener, National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs Mr. Riaz Fatyana said that the SDGs Secretariat was established to provide parliamentary oversight, evidence based legislation and technical assistance to the Parliamentarians in tracking progress of SDGs in Pakistan”.

He further highlighted the Parliamentary Taskforce’s leadership role and the importance of partnerships to move Pakistan’s development agenda forward. He said, “The Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs is taking ownership in achieving the development targets in Pakistan with the help of its partners like United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific (UCLG ASPAC). We want to build this Secretariat into a proper institution that will have a broader scope of work to achieve the SDGs in Pakistan.”

Reiterating the importance of strong partnership, UCLG ASPAC Secretary General Dr. Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi expressed that “We are proud to welcome the Parliamentary Task Force on SDGs as our key partner. Through the Task Force’s strategic guidance and political support, we can ensure that our project’s activities on the ground fit into the country’s overall plans and actions. As importantly, our work with various stakeholders at the forefront of local level will provide important contribution to Pakistan’s SDGs implementation, including in evaluating its progress.”
 

Islamabad; Monday March 18, 2019 at 1200 Hours

A Meeting of the select Members of Pakistan – Belarus Parliamentary Friendship Group with the H.E. Ms. Irina Akulovich, Member of the Standing Committee for Legislation and State Administration of the National Assembly of the Republic of Belarus was held at Committee Room # 5, National Assembly Secretariat. Honorable Mr. Muhammad Yaqoob Sheikh, MNA and Convener of Pak-Belarus PFG highlighted to promote the bilateral exchanges between the two countries. The Honorable Speaker National Assembly also graced the occasion with his presence during the meeting. The Ambassador of Belarus was also present during the meeting.

The Honorable Speaker shared the desire to further enhance relations with Belarus in all fields of mutual interest.

Later on, the Convener of Pak-Belarus PFG hosted a lunch at Serena Hotel, Islamabad. Both sides agreed that Pakistan-Belarus Parliamentary Friendship Group can play a pivotal role to promote Parliamentary diplomacy, investment, trade and cultural exchanges between Pakistan and Belarus.

 
 
 

A special meeting of Parliamentary leaders was convened at Parliament House today to brief national leadership on the ongoing security situation. The parliamentarians were briefed by FM, followed by DG ISPR. COAS also interacted with the forum after the brief.
The forum unanimously expressed that they stand united against any aggression against Pakistan and will support the Govt and it’s institutions unconditionally. They also expressed hope that those who want peace and stability will prevail as war is not an option but a failure of policy. National leaders of all political parties offered their services for the cause of peace and progress. In the end Chairman senate and speaker National Assembly thanked the leadership for their unequivocal support at the moment of crisis.

Islamabad; February 22, 2019: A briefing session of Pakistan – Ireland Parliamentary Friendship Group was held at Committee Room # 7, National Assembly Secretariat. Honorable Mr. Faiz Ullah, Convener Pak –Ireland Parliamentary Friendship Group highlighted to promote the bilateral exchanges between two countries. During the meeting, Hon. Convener directed the Officer from Ministry of Foreign Affairs to coordinate with the Irish Parliament through diplomatic channel for establishing a similar group in their esteemed Parliament to enhance mutual cooperation between two countries.

The Director from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs briefed the group Members on Pak – Ireland bilateral relations and discussed the work plan to explore the possibilities of bilateral exchanges and way forward between both countries.

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Islamabad; January 14, 2019: The House Business Advisory Committee of the National Assembly met in Parliament House, today with Speaker Asad Qaiser in the Chair to discuss the business for the 7th Session of the National Assembly.

The meeting discussed the agenda and ways to run the proceedings of the 7th session of the National Assembly. The Representatives of the Parliamentary Parties gave their proposals regarding business in the House. It was decided that the current NA Session will continue till 25th January, 2019.

The meeting was attended by the Mr. Shafqat Mehmood Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Mr. Omar Ayub Khan Minster for Power Division, Mr. Ali Muhammad Khan State Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Malik Muhammad Aamir Doger MNA, Mr. Iqbal Muhammad Ali MNA, Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi MNA, Agha Hussain Baloch MNA, Nawabzada Shah Zain Bugti MNA, Mr. Muhammad Aslam Bhootani MNA, Main Riaz Hussain Pirzada MNA, Mr. Murtaza Javed Abbasi MNA, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah MNA and Shazia Marri MNA.

Islamabad November 22, 2018: The Quran Khawani for the salvation of  departed soul of mother of Deputy Speaker National Assembly Qasim Khan Suri who was died on 11th November, 2018 at Quetta has held in Jamia Misjid of Minister Enclave, Islamabad on Thursday. Chairman Senate Sadiq Sanjrani, Leader of the House in Senate Shibli Faraz Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry, Federal Minister for Kashmir  Affairs and Gilgit Balistan Ali Ameen Gandapur, former Deputy Speaker National Assembly Murtaza Javed Abbasi, Members of National Assembly, Senators besides large number of  representatives of Media,  Senior Officers/ Officials of the National Assembly Secretariat and notables were attended the Quran Khawani.  After the Quran Khawani Khateeb, Jamia Masjid Minister Enclave, Islamabad Mofti Ameer Zeb offered Fateh for the departed soul.

While condoling with Deputy Speaker the participants of the Quran Khawani expressed their heartfelt grief and sorrow over the sad demise of his mother. They prayed Almighty Allah to rest the departed soul in eternal and grant courage and fortitude to Deputy Speaker and other members of the family to bear irreparable loss with equanimity.   
 

Islamabad, November 12, 2018:  The funeral prayer of mother of the Deputy Speaker National Assembly Qasim Khan Suri has been held in Jamia Masjid Chilten Housing Scheme, Quetta on Monday.  She was died after protected illness last night.  Besides Member National Assembly Farrukh Habib, Senator Naseebullah Bazi, Provincial Ministers of Balochistan Zia Ulllah Lango, Mir Naseeb Ulllah Murree senior officers, members of lawyer’s community, party workers and large number of people of the area attended the funeral prayer.  Later on the deceased was buried in the Cantonment Graveyard, Cantt. Quetta.

    The Fateh Khawani for the departed soul will be held at Suri House, Chilten Housing Scheme Airport Road, Quetta.
 

Islamabad, November 07, 2018: The 01st meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on General Elections, 2018 was held in Committee Room No.2, Parliament House, Islamabad at 02:00 p.m today. The Committee unanimously elected Mr. Pervez Khattak, MNA as its Chairman. His name was proposed by Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, MNA and seconded by Syed Naveed Qamar, MNA. The Chairman elect asked the Treasury and Opposition Benches to nominate eight (8) members (on parity basis) to appoint a Sub-Committee with the mandate to frame Terms of References (ToRs) of the Committee.
 
2.         The meeting was attended by the parliamentarians namely; Mr. Pervez Khattak, Mr. Shafqat Mahmood, Dr. Shireen M. Mazari, Mr. Fawad Ahmed, Chaudhary Tariq Bashir Cheema, Senator Muhammad Azam Khan Swati, Malik Muhammad Aamir Dogar, Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi, Syed Amin ul Haque, Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, Mr. Murtaza Javed Abbasi, Rana Sana Ullah Khan, Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah, Syed Naveed Qamar, Mr. Amir Haider Azam Khan, Mr. Abdul Wasay, Senator Sarfaraz Ahmed Bugti, Senator Nauman Wazir Khattak, Senator Hidayatullah, Senator Mir Hasil Khan Bizenjo, Senator Muhammad Asad Ali Khan Junejo, Senator Muhammad Usman Khan Kakar and Senator Abdul Rehman Malik. The meeting was conducted by the Secretary, National Assembly Secretariat.

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Islamabad 25 October 2018: The National Assembly Secretariat has auctioned six surplus vehicles and a motor bike at price  of  Rs. 7,816,000/= on 24th October, 2018 in the light of the austerity drives of the Government and directions of the Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser.  The Auction was took place in the Parking Area of the Parliament House and a large number of bidders participated in the Auction.  

One Mercedes Benz, four Toyota Corollas, one Suzuki Bolan and one motor bike Honda CG-125 were including in the auction.  The reserved price of vehicles was Rs. 4,774,603/- whereas the vehicles sold out at price of Rs. 7,816,000/=,  which was Rs. 3,041,397/=  higher than the reserved price.  The successful bidders will also have to deposit 10% withholding tax  after which actual value of the vehicles will be Rs. 8,597,600/=.
 

Islamabad 12 October 2018: The National Assembly Secretariat has decided to auction vehicles  in light of the austerity measures of Prime Minster of Islamic Republic of Pakistan Imran Khan. This decision was taken on the direction of Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser. 

According to the decision six used vehicles and a motor bike of National Assembly Secretariat will be auctioned on 24th October, 2018, including one Mercedes Benz, four Toyota Corollas, one Suzuki Bolan and one motor bike Honda CG-125.  The Auction will be held in the Parking Area of Parliament House, Islamabad. The Vehicle can be inspected in the Parking Area of Parliament House Islamabad from 11.00 a.m to 1.00 p.m.

The National Assembly Secretariat has already issued Auction Notice in this regard which has been published in National Newspaper on 4th October, 2018. This Auction Notice is also available on National Assembly Secretariat website www.na.gov.pk  and Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) website www.ppra.org.pk . Further details in this regard can be seen on these websites.   
 

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Islamabad September 18, 2018:    Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser in consultation with the Leader of the House and the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly has nominated Members of Business Advisory Committee.  The Speaker nominated the members of the Business Advisory Committee in pursuance of Rule 212 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the National Assembly, 2007.
          
The Committee will comprise of Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Hussain Qureshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Pervez Khattak, Minister for Defence, Mr. Asad Umer, Minister for Finance, Revene and Economic Affairs, Mr. Ghulam Sarwar Khan, Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Shafqat Mehmood, Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Mr. Omar Ayub Khan, Minister for Power Division, Mr. Ali Muhammad Khan Mahar, Mr. Federal Minister, Dr. Fehmida Mirza, Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination, Ch. Tariq Bashir Cheema, Minister for Housing and Works, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed, Minister for Railways, Malik Muhammad Aamir Dogar, MNA Mr. Riaz Fatyana, MNA Mr. Iqbal Muhammad Ali Khan, MNA Mr. Ghous Bux Khan Mahar, Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi, MNA. Ms. Rubina Irfan, MNA. Agha Hassan Baloch, MNA, Nawabzada Shah Zain Bugti, MNA, Mr. Muhammad Aslam Bhootani, MNA, Rana Tanveer Hussain, MNA, Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada, MNA, Mr. Murtaza Javed Abbasi, MNA, Rana Sanaullah Khan, MNA, Syed  Naveed Qamar, MNA, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, MNA, Shazia Marri, MNA and  Mr. Abdul Wasay, MNA.
 

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