National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq Tuesday said that durable global peace cannot be achieved without the resolution of Kashmir and Palestine disputes. He said this during a meeting with Minister/Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development, United Kingdom, Himesh Falconer along with UK Parliamentary delegation who called on him at the Parliament House. Ayaz Sadiq expressed concern over the grave human rights violations in these regions, stating that without addressing these issues, regional stability would remain elusive. The Speaker stressed that Parliament of Pakistan represents all political parties and the incumbent Parliament has active opposition that plays a constructive role on matters of national importance.Pakistan's cuisine He affirmed his impartiality as Speaker, ensuring a balanced approach in managing parliamentary proceedings. Ayaz Sadiq has said that Pakistan is committed to fostering regional peace and stability in the region.

He also said that Pakistan has long standing and historic ties with the United Kingdom. The Speaker said that by enhancing and promoting parliamentary and economic cooperation these ties can be further strengthened. He emphasized that close interaction and cooperation between the parliaments of both countries could play a pivotal role in bolstering bilateral relations. The Speaker mentioned that Pakistan has rendered immense sacrifices in the global war on terror and it has always strived for regional peace. He also highlighted initiatives of the Parliament, namely the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Secretariat established in 2014, which actively works toward achieving sustainable development goals in Pakistan. Additionally, he mentioned the establishment of a parliamentary caucus to protect the rights of women and children, playing a vital role in addressing discrimination against women and promoting gender equality.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan