Chairman Senate of Pakistan and Founding Chairman of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference (ISC), Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, held a crucial meeting with ISC Secretary General, Mr. Ek Nath Dhakal, at the Parliament House in Islamabad today.
During the meeting, the ISC Secretary General discussed the proposed conference scheduled for November in Pakistan. Chairman Senate Gilani emphasized the importance of this visit in strengthening regional dialogue and cooperation, stating, "The ISC will prove to be a vital forum for promoting peace and development in the region and beyond."
Highlighting the need for joint efforts to address global challenges, Chairman Gilani stressed that "conflicts and other global challenges call for a collective strategy, which is now the need of the hour to resolve these pressing issues."
Mr. Ek Nath Dhakal expressed full confidence in Chairman Gilani's vision and leadership, noting that his global stature would enable the ISC to function more effectively and inclusively. The Secretary General also briefed Chairman Gilani on the organization's future roadmap, including the ISC's formal request for observer status at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and plans to enhance collaboration with the United Nations to better address global peace and development goals.
The meeting concluded with a firm resolve to work collectively to strengthen parliamentary cooperation, foster regional peace, and tackle shared challenges through dialogue and mutual understanding.
In a statement to Pakistan Television, Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani warmly welcomed Mr. Ek Nath Dhakal, saying, "I want to welcome Mr. Dhakal, the Founding Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference. His visit marks the beginning of preparations for an upcoming International Conference on Peace, to be held in Islamabad, which will promote peace and understanding globally."
Mr. Dhakal expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and hospitality, conveying good wishes from the people, government, and Parliament of Nepal. He emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and the ISC, as well as deepening bonds of friendship between Pakistan, Nepal, and other member nations.
