Resolutions

Tuesday, 26th January, 2010 Resolution # 30 Resolution on Control T.B., Aids and Hepatitis

RESOLUTION ON CONTROL T.B., AIDS AND HEPATITIS(26^TH JANUARY 2010)

"This House is of the opinion that the Government should take steps to control T.B., AIDS and Hepatitis in the country."

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Ms. Khalida Mansoor
Member, National Assembly

Tuesday, 26th January, 2010 Resolution # 29 Resolution on Violation of Human Rights

RESOLUTION ON VIOLATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS(26^TH JANUARY 2010)

"This House is of the opinion that the Government should take immediate steps to control the incidents of violation of human rights in the country."

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Mian Marghoob Ahmad
Member, National Assembly

Monday, 25th January, 2010 Resolution # 28 Resolution on Murder of Shahzia Masi

RESOLUTION ON MURDER OF SHAHZIA MASHI(25^TH JANUARY 2010)

Tuesday, 19th January, 2010 Resolution # 27 Resolution on Support the Destitute Children and Women

RESOLUTION ON SUPPORT THE DESTITUTE CHILDREN AND WOMEN(19^TH JANUARY 2010)

"This House is of the opinion that the Government should make arrangements to support the destitute children and women in the country."

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Ms. Tasneem Siddiqui
Ms. Parveen Masood Bhatti
Ms. Qudsia Arshad
Member, National Assembly

Tuesday, 19th January, 2010 Resolution # 26 Resolution on Spurious Medicines

RESOLUTION ON SPURIOUS MEDICINES(19^TH JANUARY 2010)

"This House is of the opinion that the Government should take steps against the sellers of spurious Medicines in the country."

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Ms. Shireen Arshad Khan
Member, National Assembly

Wednesday, 13th January, 2010 Resolution # 25 Printing of the Sacrilegious and Blasphemous Caricatures of the Holy Prophet of Islam

PRINTING OF THE SACRILEGIOUS AND BLASPHEMOUS CARICATURES OF THE HOLY PROPHET OF ISLAM (WEDNESDAY 13^TH JANUARY 2010)

Wednesday, 12th January, 2010 Resolution # 24 Control the Unemployment

CONTROL THE UNEMPLOYMENT (TUESDAY 12^TH JANUARY 2010)

"This House is of the opinion that the Government should take steps to control unemployment in the country."

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Ms. Shakeela Khanam Rashid
Member, National Assembly

Tuesday, 10th November, 2009 Resolution # 23 RESOLUTION ON CONTROL PRICE-HIKE

RESOLUTION ON CONTROL PRICE-HIKE(10^THNOVEMBER, 2009)

"This House is of the opinion that the Government should take steps to control price-hike in the country."

Monday, 12th October, 2009 Resolution # 22 RESOLUTION ON G.H.Q. INCIDENT

RESOLUTION ON G.H.Q. INCIDENT(12^TH OCTOBER, 2009)

This House pays rich tributes to Shuhada of G.H.Q. incident and recognizes the great sacrifice rendered by our soldiers. The House also resolves unanimously to stand united to counter all threats of Pakistan's security, integrity and sovereignty. The House condemns the terrorist attack on G.H.Q. of Armed Forces of Pakistan at Rawalpindi. We are all unanimous on this.

Thursday, 13th August, 2009 Resolution # 21 RESOLUTION ON WOMEN PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS

RESOLUTION ON WOMEN PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS(13^TH AUGUST, 2009)

This House congratulates the first woman Speaker Dr. Fehmida Mirza, and the women parliamentarians on establishing the Women Parliamentary Caucus as a tribute to the torchbearers of women's movement, spearheaded by Madar-e-Millat Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah, Khatoon-e-Pakistan Begum Rana Liaquat Ali Khan, and Shaheed-e-Jamhooriat, Motharma Benazir Bhutto.

This House recognizes the contribution of all political parties in uniting women on a single platform.

No nation can progress unless women are not made an equal partner in social, economic and political development.

This House recognizes this Caucus as an invaluable forum that will help in uplifting women of Pakistan, eliminating violence against women, promoting women's rights and ensuring the participation of women in all national and public life, as enshrined in the 1973 constitution.

We, all Parliamentarians of this House, vow to stand by the Women Parliamentary Caucus in this important mission.

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Mehreen Anwar Raja Advocate
Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs

Thursday, 13th August, 2009 Resolution # 20 RESOLUTION ON PROTECTION OF MINORITIES RIGHTS

RESOLUTION ON PROTECTION OF MINORITIES RIGHTS(13^TH AUGUST, 2009)

In keeping with the provisions of the Constitution which protects the rights of the minorities; we resolve to ensure the enforcement of their rights to freedom of speech, expression, association and to practice their religion without fear and obstruction.

This is to ensure to spirit of the father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's pledge on the 11th of August 1947 who rellied the people of Pakistan and I quote "You are free to go to your temples; you are free to go to your mosques or to any other place of worship in this state of Pakistan".

We the representative of the people of Pakistan reiterate that as enjoined in Islam and the rights ensured in the Constitution which protects the dignity, honour and life of Pakistan's minorities.

Further we condemn the recent barbaric act of Gojra and vow that no innocent will be harmed or abused in the name of religion.

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Mr. Shahbaz Bhatti
Minister for Minorities Affairs

Monday, 3rd August, 2009 Resolution # 19 RESOLUTION ON GOJRA INCIDENT

RESOLUTION ON GOJRA INCIDENT(3^RD AUGUST, 2009)

Monday, 22nd June, 2009 Resolution # 18 RESOLUTION ON SWAT SITUATION

RESOLUTION ON SWAT SITUATION (22^ND JUNE, 2009)

Tuesday, 16 June, 2009 Resolution # 17 RESOLUTION ON CONDEMNED THE ASSASSINATION OF DR. SARFRAZ NAEEMI

RESOLUTION ON CONDEMNED THE ASSASSINATION OF DR. SARFRAZ NAEEMI (16^TH JUNE 2009)

Monday, 13th April, 2009 Resolution # 16 RESOLUTION ON SHARIAH NIZAM-E-ADL REGULATION 2009

RESOLUTION ON SHARIAH NIZAM-E-ADL REGULATION 2009 (13^TH APRIL, 2009)

In pursuance of the provisions of Article 247 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973 Governor of the North West Frontier Province (Pakhtoon Khawah) has submitted a Regulation titled “The Shariah Nizam-e-Adl Regulation, 2009” to provide for Nifaz-e-Nizam-e-Sharia’h Muhammadi through Courts in the Provincially Administered Tribal Areas of the Province, except the Tribal Areas adjoining Mansehra district and the former State of Amb, to the President of Pakistan.

Through the above mentioned Regulation, the Governor has sought approval of the President to give effect to it.

The President being part of the Parliament, as envisaged under Article 50 of the Constitution, considering it expedient for the supremacy of the Parliament, has desired to the Prime Minister that the Government may lay the said Regulation before the Parliament.

This Regulation according to the Governor is to further the ends of a peace agreement signed between Provincial Government of NWFP and Tehrik-e-Nifaz-e-Shariat-e-Muhammadi, on 16th February, 2009.

Reportedly, as a result of the said peace agreement, law and order situation is improving in Swat. Therefore, this House recommends that the President being part of the Parliament may be pleased to accord approval to the said Regulation in terms of provisions of Article 247 of the Constitution.

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DR. ZAHEERUDDIN BABAR AWAN,
Minister for Parliamentary Affairs

Tuesday, 20th January, 2009 Resolution # 15 RESOLUTION ON SWAT SITUATION

RESOLUTION ON SWAT SITUATION (20^TH JANUARY 2009)

1. The House notes with urgent concern the grave violation of women’s rights, civilian rights and human rights through terrorist actions in Swat during the past two years. Swat in an integral part of Pakistan and the citizens of the area are entitled to the same constitutional rights as other sections of the population.

2. The House rejects the ban imposed on girls education by the Taliban in Swat. The restrictions on the movement of the citizens, particularly on women who are not allowed to exercise fundamental freedoms, are totally un-Islamic, unjustified and stand in violation of constitutional and human rights.

3. The House condemns in unequivocal terms, the destruction of girls schools and colleges by the militants in Swat. We consider these heinous acts a direct threat to the civilization and integrity of Pakistan.

4. The House also calls for the rebuilding of all schools including girl’s schools and provision of adequate security to school-going children in Swat.

5. The House strongly condemns the militants’ attempt to oppress the citizens of Swat in the name of religion. This has let to the loss of life and property, and destruction of social, economic and political infrastructure in the region. The House notes with concern that the women and the citizens of Swat live under a constant state of fear and are unable to lead a normal life because of the inhuman restrictions imposed by the militants through violence and terror.

6. The House expresses complete solidarity with the citizens of Swat and makes a pledge to stand up for the protection of their rights in the face of the onslaught by non-state actors.

7. The House calls for a comprehensive response to the problem of militancy and terrorism in Swat and the tribal region. The response shall incorporate efforts for peace and restoration of fundamental rights of the citizens followed by the development and implementation of a social and economic plan to rebuild the infrastructure in the region and facilitate opportunities for future employment and growth.

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Mrs. Sherry Rehman,
Minister for Information & Broadcasting

Syed Naveed Qamar,
Minister for Privatization

Mr. Rehmatullah Kakar
, Minister for Housing & Works

Haji Gulam Ahmed Bilour
, Minister for Railways

Mr. Hameed Ullah Jan Afridi,
Minister for Environment

Mir Israrullah Zehri,
Minister for Postal Services

Mr. Wasim Akhtar,

Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada

Khawaja Mohammad Khan Hoti

Monday, 12th January, 2009 Resolution # 14 RESOLUTION ON UNANIMOUS RESOLUTION AGAINST ISRAELI AGGRESSION ON GAZA

UNANIMOUS RESOLUTION AGAINST ISRAELI AGGRESSION ON GAZA (12^TH JANUARY 2009)

This House strongly condemns the Israeli aggression on Gaza which has resulted in the death of more than 900 Palestinians and injuring over 3800, mostly civilians. The Israeli military offensive and continued siege of Gaza are in contravention of the international law and the international humanitarian law and are an affront to the conscience of the international community.

Pakistan urges the international community to play its role for early cessation of Israeli atrocities on the Palestinian people in Gaza, implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1860 of 8 January 2009, and free flow of humanitarian assistance to the affected people.

This House unanimously urges all the parties to keep open the crossings leading to Gaza, including Rafah Crossing, to ensure free and unhindered flow of humanitarian assistance to the affected people of Gaza. We also strongly condemn the unwarranted attacks on the aid convoys by the Israeli armed forces.

This House expresses its full solidarity and complete sympathy with the people of Gaza who continue to suffer under the Israeli suppression.

We also renew Pakistan’s resolve on supporting the Palestinian cause, the fundamental elements of which include total withdrawal of Israel from occupied Arab territories including Jerusalem; the restitution of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people; establishment of an independent homeland, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital, and right of return of refugees.

The National Assembly also reiterates the resolve of the people of Pakistan for continued support to the Palestinian people in their just struggle for self determination and in accordance with the UN Security Resolutions 242 and 338, leading to the establishment of an independent Palestinian homeland. This House also urges upon the Government to pursue the matter in OIC, & provide humanitarian aid & medical assistance.

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DR. ZAHEERUDDIN BABAR AWAN,
Minister for Parliamentary Affairs

CH. NISAR ALI KHAN,
Leader of the Opposition & Chairman,Standing Committee on Public Accounts Committee.

Wednesday, 24th December, 2008 Resolution # 13 RESOLUTION TO DEFUSE TENSION IN SOUTH ASIA

RESOLUTION TO DEFUSE TENSION IN SOUTH ASIA (24^TH DECEMBER 2008)

The National Assembly of Pakistan:
Having considered the developments ensuing from the recent Mumbai terrorist attacks, including implications for national security:

Desirous of defusing tensions in South Asia.

Reaffirming Pakistan’s strong commitment to peace, security and stability of South Asia and to eliminating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations in the region, as a whole.

Condemns on behalf of the people of Pakistan, the terrorist attacks in Mumbai and Pakistan and extends sympathy to the families of the victims and the people of India and Pakistan.

Further condemns the war hype in a situation where war is not an option given the nuclear capabilities of both countries.

Supports the efforts of the Government of Pakistan to defuse tension and particularly its offer to cooperate with India and jointly investigate the incident.

Condemns unsubstantiated allegations leveled in haste against Pakistan.

Calls upon India to respond to the constructive proposals made by the Government of Pakistan, namely joint investigations and high level engagement with a view to addressing concerns relating to the Mumbai incident and to defuse tension in South Asia.

Calls upon the international community to ensure that India also dismantles its terror networks affecting peace in the region and stop regional destabilization moves.

Urges India to exercise restraint from such activities which undermine Pakistan’s sovereignty and to stop the hostile propaganda which seeks to cover their intelligence failure and does not promote such activities which do not serve the cause of peace in the region.

Resolves that Pakistani nation is united and stands ready to defend its honour and dignity as well as Pakistan’s sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity.

Reaffirms its resolve that the nation and the Armed Forces of Pakistan shall together defend Pakistan’s security interests at all costs.

Reiterates the importance of respect for the principles of non-intervention and non-interference in the internal affairs of States, which is an essential pre-requisite for ensuring peace, stability and progress of South Asia.

Reaffirms Pakistan’s desire to pursue its constructive engagement with India in a comprehensive manner to build confidence and mutual trust; amicably resolve all outstanding issues particularly Kashmir ; and establish friendly and good-neighbourly relations with India on the basis of equality and mutual respect.

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NAWABZADA MALIK AMAD KHAN
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs

MR. AFTAB AHMAD KHAN SHERPAO

MR. ATTA-UR-REHMAN

MR. PERVAIZ KHAN ADVOCATE

MIAN RIAZ HUSSAIN PIRZADA

MR. AHSAN IQBAL

MR. WASIM AKHTAR

MR. MUNIR KHAN ORAKZAI
Members, National Assembly

Wednesday, 22nd October, 2008 Resolution # 12 CONSENSUS RESOLUTION AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE IN-CAMERA JOINT SITTING OF PARLIAMENT

CONSENSUS RESOLUTION AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE IN-CAMERA JOINT SITTING OF PARLIAMENT (8^TH OCT - 22^TH OCT 2008)

This in-camera joint session of Parliament has noted with great concern that extremism, militancy and terrorism in all forms and manifestations pose a grave danger to the stability and integrity of the nation-state. It was recalled that in the past the dictatorial regimes pursued policies aimed at perpetuating their own power at the cost of national interest. This House, having considered the issue thoroughly and at great length is of the view that in terms of framing laws, building institutions; protecting our citizens from violence, eradication of terror at its roots, re-building our economy and developing opportunities for the disadvantaged, we all commit to the following:-

1. That we need an urgent review of our national security strategy and revisit the methodology of combating terrorism in order to restore peace and stability to Pakistan and the region through an independent foreign policy.

2. The challenge of militancy and extremism must be met through developing a consensus and dialogue with all genuine stakeholders.

3. The nation stands united to combat this growing menace, with a strong public message condemning all forms and manifestations of terrorism, including the spread of sectarian hatred and violence, with a firm resolve to combat it and to address its root causes.

4. That Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity shall be safeguarded. The nation stands united against any incursions and invasions of the homeland, and calls upon the government to deal with it effectively.

5. That Pakistan’s territory shall not be used for any kind of attacks on other countries and all foreign fighters, if found, shall be expelled from our soil.

6. That dialogue must now be the highest priority, as a principal instrument of conflict management and resolution. Dialogue will be encouraged with all those elements willing to abide by the Constitution of Pakistan and rule of law.

7. That the development of troubled zones, particularly the tribal areas, and NWFP (Pukhtoonkhwa), must also be pursued through all possible ways and legitimate means to create genuine stakeholders in peace. New economic opportunities shall be created in order to bring the less privileged areas at par with the rest of Pakistan.

8. That a political dialogue with the people of Balochistan, the redressal of grievances and redistribution of resources shall be enhanced and accelerated.

9. That the state shall maintain the rule of law, and that when it has to intervene to protect the lives of its citizens, caution must be exercised to avoid casualties of non-combatants in conflict zones.

10. That the federation must be strengthened through the process of democratic pluralism, social justice, religious values and tolerance, and equitable resource sharing between the provinces as enshrined in the Constitution of 1973.

11. That the state shall establish its writ in the troubled zones, and confidence building mechanisms by using customary and local communities (jirga) and that the military will be replaced as early as possible by civilian law enforcement agencies with enhanced capacity and a sustainable political system achieved through a consultative process.

12. That Pakistan’s strategic interests be protected by developing stakes in regional peace and trade, both on the western and eastern borders.

13. That mechanisms for internal security be institutionalized by; paying compensation for victims of violence; and rehabilitate those displaced from their homes as soon as possible; that spill-over effects of terrorism be contained throughout the country and that public consensus be built against terrorism through media and religious participation.

14. That a Special Committee of Parliament be constituted to periodically review, provide guidelines and monitor the implementation of the principles framed and roadmap given in this Resolution. This House authorizes the Speaker to constitute the said Committee in consultation with the parliamentary leaders of both Houses. The Committee will frame its own rules upon meeting.

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Mrs. Sherry Rehman

Mian Raza Rabbani

Dr. Babar Awan

IqbalZafar Jhagra

Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman

Mr.Wasim Sajjad

Anisa Zeb Tahirkheli

Abdul Rahim Khan Mandokhel

Justice (R) Abdul Razak A. Thahim

Munir Khan Orakzai

Mir Israrullah Zehri

Shahid Hassan Bugti

Pervaiz Khan

Syed Haider Abbas Rizvi

Maulana Sami-ul-Haq

Prof. Khursheed Ahmed

Ch. Nisar Ali Khan

Thursday, 4th September, 2008 Resolution # 11 RESOLUTION ON COALITION/ISAF ATTACK IN VILLAGE ZULAHI NEAR ANGOOR ADDA

RESOLUTION ON COALITION/ISAF ATTACK IN VILLAGE ZULAHI NEAR ANGOOR ADDA(PASSED ON THURSDAY THE 4^THSEPTEMBER, 2008)

We, members of the National Assembly of Pakistan, by this resolution, strongly condemn the attack by Coalition/ISAF troops on village Zulahi near Angoor Adda on 3 September 2008.

The attack has resulted in loss of precious lives including women and children.

The Chinook helicopter borne ground attack supported by additional air assets based in Afghanistan is a gross violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

It also undermines the basic norms of international law and contradicts simply the very basis of cooperation between Pakistani security forces and ISAF/Coalition forces in Afghanistan.

Any incursion inside our territory and resulting loss of innocent lives is unacceptable. This matter may be taken up strongly with member countries of the ISAF.

This House calls upon the Government of Pakistan to take all necessary measures to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country and repel such attacks in the future with full force.

This House expresses its full solidarity and complete sympathy with the people of FATA who are equal citizens and continue to bear the burnt of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

The National Assembly demands that the government immediately arrange compensation for the victims and their families affected by this wanton and most gruesome act.

We resolve to discuss the situation arising from the condemnable attack on Pakistan’s territory by militants/terrorists and foreign forces and for this purpose convene a Special Session.

The National Assembly also reiterates the resolve of the people of Pakistan to combat all forms and manifestation of terrorism.

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MAKHDOOM SHAH MAHMOOD HUSSAIN QURESHI,
Minister for Foreign Affairs

MAKHDOOM MUHAMMAD JAVED HASHMI

MR. MUNIR KHAN ORAKZAI

MR. AFTAB AHMAD KHAN SHERPAO

MR. ATTA-UR-RAHMAN

MIAN RIAZ HUSSAIN PIRZADA

MR. RIAZ FATYANA

MR. WASIM AKHTAR

Thursday, 21st August, 2008 Resolution # 10 Resolution on Publication of Imaginary Caricatures & Pictures of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

PUBLICATION OF IMAGINARY CARICATURES & PICTURES OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD(PBUH)(PASSED ON THURSDAY THE 21^ST AUGUST, 2008) THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OF PAKISTAN

Having been hurt over the publication of imaginary caricatures and pictures of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his companions (Sahaba) in an Indian newspaper strongly condemns the blasphemous act on the part of the newspaper, “The Hindustan Times” and demands the Federal Government to-

· Lodge strong protest with the Indian Government;

· Summon Indian High Commissioner in the Foreign Office to convey to him the utmost resentment and sentiments of the Muslims in Pakistan;

· Demand strict action against the newspaper in accordance with law to prevent publication of such like matter in future.

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Mr. Farooq H. Naik,
Minister for law, Justice,
Parliamentary Affairs and Human Rights

Thursday, 21st August, 2008 Resolution # 09 Resolution on Dr. Aafia Siddiqui

RESOLUTION ON DR. AAFIA SIDDIQUI (PASSED ON THURSDAY THE 21^ST AUGUST, 2008)

The National Assembly of Pakistan hereby resolves that:

- Deeply concerned at the arrest and detention of Pakistani national Dr. Aafia Siddiqui;

- Anguished at the media reports of serious health condition of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui;

- Concerned about the lack of information about the under-aged children of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui;

- Taking note that consular access has been provided to the Pakistan embassy officials;

- Recalling the obligations of states consistent with the International Law and Universal Declaration of Human Rights including International Conventions;

- Now, therefore, hereby, call upon the Federal Government to take up the matter with the US authorities to-

Ø Urgently provide necessary medical assistance including hospitalization, if required, to Dr. Aafia Siddiqui;

Ø make provision of a female doctor for her medical examination and treatment;

Ø give full respect to Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s religious beliefs;

Ø provide regular consular access to Embassy officials as well as for regular family visits to Dr. Aafia Siddiqui;

Ø give immediate information on the whereabouts of her children and their immediate custody to the members of the family or the Pakistani authorities;

Ø demand immediate repatriation of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui to Pakistan.

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Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Hussain Qureshi,
Minister for Foreign Affairs

Wednesday, 13th August, 2008 Resolution # 08 Resolution on Regret the Continuing Use of Excessive Force by the Indian Security Forces in the Indian Occupied Jammu & Kashmir

REPORT THE CONTINUEING USE OF EXESSIVE FORCE BY THE INDIAN SECURITY FORCES IN THE INDIAN SECURITY FORCES IN THE INDIAN OCCUPIED JAMMU & KASHMIR (PASSED ON WEDNESDAY THE 13^TH AUGUST, 2008)

The National Assembly of Pakistan notes with regret the continuing use of excessive force by the Indian Security Forces in the Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir which has left to the loss of precious lives and civil unrest. We note with deep grief the recent myrtadom of Sh. Abdul Aziz, the prominent Huriayyat leader at the hands of Indian Security Forces and we are concerned over the tension and fear that has gripped the entire Muslim population of Indian occupied Kashmir, arising out of attack by the security forces on Muslim and their properties and the continuing economic blockade of the valley. To this effect, the National Assembly of Pakistan expresses deep condolences over the shahadat of Sheikh Abdul Aziz and several other Kashmiris by the Indian Security Forces. We condemn the excessive and brutal use of force by the Indian Security Forces against the innocent civilian population of Indian occupied Kashmir and we call for immediate steps to address the situation and put an end to the unwarranted use of force and gross human rights violations being committed against the innocent Kashmiris. This resolution and this Assembly reaffirms the political and moral and diplomatic support of the people and the Government of Pakistan to the Kashmiri people in their struggle to achieve their right including the right to self determination.

We also call for an early, just, durable and peaceful settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant United Nations resolutions and aspirations of the Kashmiri people.

Finally, we call upon the international community, in particular the United Nations and human rights organizations to take note of the deteriorating situation in Indian occupied Kashmir and use their good offices to urge India to stop the atrocities against unarmed civilian Kashmiries.

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MRS. SHERRY REHMAN,
Minister for Information & Broadcasting

Tuesday, 24th June, 2008 Resolution # 07 Resolution on Establish 58 Parliamentary Friendship Groups

ESTABLISH 58 PARLIAMENTARY FRIENDSHIP GROUPS (PASSED ON TUESDAY THE 24^TH JUNE, 2008)

“The House resolves to establish 58 Parliamentary Friendship Groups, which is at Annexure-A. The House also authorizes Madam Speaker, to establish such groups with Parliaments of other countries, as and when required.”

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SYED NAVEED QAMAR,
Minister for Finance, Revenue and Statistics

Tuesday, 10th June, 2008 Resolution # 06 Resolution on Build a Monument & Establish a Library with the Name of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto

BUILD A MONUMENT & ESTABLISH A LIBRARY WITH THE NAME OF SHAHEED MOHTARMA BENAZIR BHUTTO (PASSED ON TUESDAY THE 10^TH JUNE, 2008)
(Included in the Private Members’ Orders of the Day)

This House is of the opinion that the Government, in consultation with the Provincial Government of Punjab, should build a monument and establish a library with the name of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto at the place of her assassination.”

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JUSTICE (R) FAKHAR UN NISA KHOKHER
Member, National Assembly

Tuesday, 22nd April, 2008 Resolution # 05 Resolution on Ban the Use of Plastic Shopping Bags

BAN THE USE OF PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS (PASSED ON THUESDAY THE 22^nd APRIL, 2008)
(Included in the Private Members’ Orders of the Day)

“This House is of the opinion that the Government should take steps to ban the use of plastic shopping bags and instead bring in use the bio-degradable shopping bags.

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MR. RIAZ FATYANA
Member, National Assembly

Tuesday, 22nd April, 2008 Resolution # 04 Resolution on Investigate the Matters of Allotment of Railways Land

INVESTIGATE THE MATTERS OF ALLOTMENT OF RAILWAYS LAND (PASSED ON TUESDAY THE 22^ND APRIL, 2008)
(Included in the Private Members’ Orders of the Day)

“This House is of the opinion that the present Government should investigate the matters of allotment of Railways Land in Lahore to Golf Club on nominal prices during years 2001-2007 and take steps for legal action against the responsible persons.”

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RAJA MUHAMMAD ASAD KHAN

MR. ABDUL MAJEED KHAN KHANAN KHAIL

SYED JAVED HASNAIN SHAH

MALIK SHAKIR BASHIR AWAN
Members, National Assembly

Tuesday, 15th April, 2008 Resolution # 03 Resolution on Publication of the Sacrilegious & Shameful Portraits on the Holy Person of Holy Prophet (peace be upon him)

PUBLICATION OF THE SACRILEGIOUS & SHAMEFUL PORTRAITS ON THE HOLY PERSON OF HOLY PROPHET (PEACE BE UPON HIM) (PASSED ON TUESDAY THE 15TH APRIL, 2008)
(Included in the Private Members’ Orders of the Day)

“This House strongly condemns the publication of the sacrilegious and shameful portraits on the holy person of Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) in the newspapers of Denmark and recalls UNO that it should take steps to curb the blasphemies on the person of all the prophets and ensure their honour and dignity in its charter.”

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SAHIBZADA MUHAMMAD FAZAL-E-KARIM
Member, National Assembly

Tuesday, 15th April, 2008 Resolution # 02 Resolution on Printing & re-printing of the Sacrilegious and Blasphemous Caricatures of the Holy Prophet of Islam

PRINTING & RE=PRINTING OF THE SACRILEGIOUS AND BLASPHEMOUS CARICATURES OF THE HOLY PROPHET OF ISLAM (PASSED ON TUESDAY THE 15^TH APRIL, 2008)
Government Resolution

“This House strongly condemns the printing and re-printing of the sacrilegious and blasphemous caricatures of the Holy Prophet of Islam and the release of an offensive and derogatory documentary on Islam entitled “Fitna” by the Dutch Parliamentarian Geert Wilder.

The House firmly believes that these acts of defamation and incitement to hatred not only deeply hurt the sentiments of Muslims all over the world but also threaten the stability of many societies and as such are in violation of international law including the UN Charter, as well as the domestic laws of the countries where these sacrilegious acts are carried out.

The House takes note of the strong protest lodged with the respective governments by the Government of Pakistan as well as other Muslim countries individually or collectively in the OIC framework in this regard. The Governments of the Netherlands and Denmark have been asked to prosecute the responsible people for defaming other religions under their own laws. They were told that right to freedom of expression does not give licence to offend members of the religions and that these sacrilegious acts went against the efforts of those countries and individuals who are building bridges between religions and civilizations.

The House calls on the UN to take all necessary legal, political and administrative steps to curb this trend and ensure the respect for all religions in these societies. In this context, the House takes note of the recently adopted resolution on the mandate of Special Rapporteur of the UN Human Rights Council on freedom of expression which has mandated the Rapporteur to report on instance where abuse or the right of freedom of expression constitute the act of religious discrimination. The House hopes that the UN would take further legal action to fill the gap in the existing legal regimes in relation of defamation of religions and incitement of hatred.

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Mrs. Sherry Rehman,
Minister for Information & Broadcasting

Monday, 14th April, 2008 Resolution # 01 RESOLUTION ON TRAGIC ASSASSINATION OF SHAHEED MOHTARMA BENAZIR BHUTTO

RESOLUTION ON TRAGIC ASSASSINATION OF SHAHEED MOHTARMA BENAZIR BHUTTO (PASSED ON MONDAY THE 14^TH APRIL, 2008)
Government Resolution

“This House mourns the tragic assassination of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto resulting in colossal loss to the people of Pakistan as well as the World. This House recommends that the Government should approach the United Nations to get the tragic assassination of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto probed by forming an International Investigation Commission to be known as “Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Commission” to identify the culprits, perpetrators, organizers and financiers behind this heinous crime and bring them to justice.”

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MR. FAROOQ H. NAIK,
Minister for Law, Justice, Parliamentary Affairs & Human Rights