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PR. No. 122. Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that the National Assembly Standing Committees are the lynchpin of the parliamentary system which will be further strengthened to make their working more smooth and effective. The Prime Minister said this during his meeting with the Speaker, National Assembly, Ms. Fehmida Mirza at her Chamber in the National Assembly this morning. The Prime Minister discussed various matters with her including the conduct of the budget session and legislation in the National Assembly. He expressed his satisfaction that members of the Assembly are taking keen interest in the budget discussion and are giving valuable proposals for inclusion in the finance bill. The Prime Minister appreciated the Speaker conducting the business of the House in a smooth manner. He said that active participation of members from both sides of the House is a healthy sign that will further strengthen democratic traditions in the country. The Prime Minister emphasized the need for strengthening relations with the parliaments of other countries in order to share best practices. He said inter-parliamentary groups should be established to achieve this objective. The Speaker apprised the Prime Minister of the accommodation problems of the MNAs and offices for the Chairpersons of Standing Committees and the efforts being made to resolve them. The Prime Minister assured the Speaker that funds will be provided for solving the accommodation and office shortage issue of the MNAs. The Prime Minister accompanied by the Speaker also took a round of the corridors of the National Assembly and appreciated the Speaker’s initiative for displaying the historic pictures. DSG/AR.
PR. No. 123. Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has expressed his deep grief and sorrow over the sad demise of Mr. M.P Bhandara, ex MNA. In his message the Prime Minister sympathized with the bereaved family of Mr. Bhandara and said it is of course a great loss not only for the family but also for the country as Mr. Bhandara was not only an outstanding parliamentarian but a prolific writer and a well known philanthropist known for social welfare services.
PR. No. 124. Islamabad: June 15, 2008: Dr. Fehmida Mirza, Speaker and Faisal Karim Kundi, Deputy Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan have expressed their heartfelt condolence over the sad demise of M.P Bhandara, renowned minorities leader, politician and former Member of the National Assembly. In their separate condolence message to his son Mr. Isphanyar Bhandara the Speaker and Deputy speaker said that M.P. Bhandara was a seasoned politician and legislator of high repute. He rendered the valuable contributions during his tenure as Member of the National Assembly. His services for legislation as Member of National Assembly will be remembered for a long time to come. They sympathized with the bereaved family.
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