Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori and Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
A delegation of MQM comprising Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori, Convenor MQM Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, Dr. Farooq Sattar and Mustafa Kamal calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
Economy on track of progress as default risk ebbs away: PM
KARACHI, July 26 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that the country’s economy was on the course of progress as the risk of default has been averted, consequent to the efforts by the coalition parties.
The prime minister, in a meeting with a delegation of the Pakistan Business Council here, said all the coalition parties cooperated in every decision of the government.
He said the government was keen to revive national economy through investment facilitation and business-friendly policies.
The prime minister said restoring the confidence of investors and the business community was the greatest achievement.
He said the government would miss no opportunity for economic recovery, restoration of confidence of international partners, investors and the business community.
He told the meeting that a Special Investment Facilitation Council had been established for foreign direct investment in Pakistan.
He acknowledged that the business community did not only provide employment opportunities in the country but also becomes a source of foreign exchange by enhancing exports.
Headed by Chairman Muhammad Aurangzeb, the PBC delegation appreciated the federal government’s efforts for economic revival during the last year.
They also lauded the government for successfully signing the agreement with the International Monetary Fund and appreciated the incorporation of the business community’s proposals in its policies.
The prime minister welcomed the PBC’s proposals and appreciated the business community’s role in the country’s socio-economic development.
Federal ministers Marriyum Aurangzeb, Engineer Khurram Dastgir, Minister of State Dr Musaddik Malik, Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, State Bank of Pakistan governor, parliamentarians and senior officers attended the meeting.
WPC forms ‘Alliance for Women Inclusive Electoral and Political Processes’
ISLAMABAD, Jul 26 (APP): In a momentous step towards empowering women in the political landscape, the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) on Wednesday formed the ‘Alliance on Women Inclusive Electoral and Political Processes’ recognizing the urgent necessity to address the existing gender disparities in electoral and political processes.
A significant meeting held at the National Assembly Secretariat and Co-chaired by WPC Secretary, Dr. Shahida Rehmani, and Parliamentary Secretary for Ministry of Law and Justice, Mehnaz Akber Aziz, which was also garnered representation from various government and civil society organizations.
Mehnaz shared that all stakeholders unanimously agreed on the critical importance of inclusive political participation for women, underscoring the need to engage young women in the political arena.
She remarked that this landmark alliance aimed to foster a more equitable and representative political landscape by advocating for the active participation of women in decision-making and governance. With the collaborative efforts of diverse stakeholders, the Alliance endeavored to break barriers and promote women’s voices and leadership in shaping the nation’s future, she added.
Shahida Rahmani shared that as a testament to the Alliance’s commitment to its cause, the WPC would host a ‘National Dialogue on Women Inclusive Electoral Process’ on 3rd August, 2023, in collaboration with UNDP and UN-Women.
She said this forum would provide a platform for experts, policymakers, activists, and citizens to deliberate on concrete measures to enhance women’s involvement in electoral processes and strengthen their representation in political spheres.
The formation of the Alliance on Women Inclusive Electoral and Political Processes marked a moment of hope and progress for gender equality in Pakistan, the secretary remarked.
By working together towards a more inclusive and representative democracy, she said the Alliance aspired to create a nation where women’s voices were heard, and their rights and aspirations were fully acknowledged and protected.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah distributes laptops among the high achievers of public sector universities of Sindh under PM’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2023
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes laptops among the high achievers of public sector universities of Sindh under PM’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2023 at Governor House
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes laptops among the high achievers of public sector universities of Sindh under PM’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2023 at Governor House
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes laptops among the high achievers of public sector universities of Sindh under PM’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2023 at Governor House
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes laptops among the high achievers of public sector universities of Sindh under PM’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2023 at Governor House
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes laptops among the high achievers of public sector universities of Sindh under PM’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2023 at Governor House
