Strengthening the Parliament is interlinked with developing political consensus and rising above differences, says NA Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq

Independent Report.
Islamabad; 18th September 2024: Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said that strengthening the Parliament is interlinked with developing consensus & rising above political differences. He remarked that as Parliamentarians, it is of utmost importance for us to respect each other’s dignity. Moreover, he highlighted that the “Charter of Parliament” aims to strengthen the Parliament and in turn the country’s governance system. He added, “Upholding the supremacy of Parliament is essential to lead the country on the path of development and prosperity.” He expressed these views while addressing the Members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, enrolled in an official workshop organized by the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS), during their visit to the Parliament House on Wednesday. The Speaker warmly welcomed the KP Assembly members and underscored the significance of such training workshops in ensuring effective legislation.

Furthermore, the Speaker stated that the training workshop organized by PIPS would enhance the capacity of members and the legislative staff in parliamentary matters. He noted that participation in such workshops would allow provincial assembly members to keenly observe the activities of the Parliament closely. He added that fostering communication between legislative bodies would provide opportunities for members to benefit from each other’s experiences.

He also expressed hope that provincial assemblies would also benefit from initiatives like the establishment of the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus and the SDGs Secretariat in the National Assembly, which aim to promote public welfare.

More than twenty members of the KP Assembly are attending the three-day workshop at PIPS. During their visit to the Parliament, Advisor Legislation Mr. Muhammad Mushtaq also briefed the members on the formation of the National Assembly Standing Committees, and the legislative process.

The Members KP Assembly expressed gratitude to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, for a warm welcome. They also praised PIPS for successfully organizing this Workshop.