A meeting of the Pakistan–Ethiopia Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG) was held at Parliament House, Islamabad, under the Chairpersonship of Hon. Mr. Arshad Abdullah Vohra, MNA, Convener of the Group, with H.E. Dr. Oumer Hussien Oba, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to Pakistan. The meeting was attended by Mr. Pullain Baloch, MNA, Ms. Saba Sadiq, MNA, Ms. Shaista Khan, MNA, Ms. Ghazala Anjum, MNA and Mr. Farhan Chishti, MNA. Welcoming the Ambassador, the Honorable Convener warmly welcomed the Honorable Ambassador of Ethiopia and reaffirmed Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen its friendly relations with Ethiopia and highlighted the importance of parliamentary diplomacy in promoting mutual understanding and cooperation. Recalling his professional engagement in Ethiopia’s textile sector in 2013, he reflected on the country’s impressive economic transformation and industrial development over the years. He noted that Ethiopia’s development experience offered valuable lessons and expressed the hope that both countries would further expand cooperation through parliamentary engagement, trade, education, culture, and people-to-people exchanges. H.E. Ambassador Dr. Oumer Hussien Oba thanked the Hon. Convener and Members of the Friendship Group for the warm welcome and noted that he had been serving in Pakistan for the past five months. He identified parliamentary cooperation, trade, education, cultural exchanges, and environmental collaboration as important areas for future engagement between the two countries. The Ambassador informed Members of the formation of a new parliament in September, and expressed his desire to strengthen institutional linkages between the legislatures of both countries. During the discussion, Members of the Friendship Group highlighted the need to further strengthen parliamentary exchanges and promote greater cooperation in trade, agriculture, education, youth exchanges, women’s empowerment, culture, tourism, and environmental protection. Members also emphasized the importance of enhancing connectivity, facilitating business-to-business contacts, encouraging scholarship opportunities, and promoting closer interaction between the peoples of both countries. Concluding the meeting, the Hon. Convener thanked H.E., the Ambassador for his constructive engagement and reiterated the commitment of the Pakistan–Ethiopia Parliamentary Friendship Group to promoting stronger parliamentary ties and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Both sides agreed to remain in close contact and to explore practical initiatives aimed at further strengthening the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and Ethiopia. 🇵🇰🤝🇪🇹 @DrArshadAVohra @ObaOumer @NAofPakistan @ForeignOfficePk @MFAEthiopia @appcsocialmedia @PTVNewsOfficial @RadioPakistan

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue met under the Chairmanship of Syed Naveed Qamar, MNA at Parliament House today. @naveedqamarmna @NAofPakistan @appcsocialmedia @PTVNewsOfficial @RadioPakistan

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue met today under the Chairmanship of Syed Naveed Qamar, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. #NACommittee @naveedqamarmna

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue met today under the Chairmanship of Syed Naveed Qamar, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. #NACommittee @naveedqamarmna

Message by the Convenor of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights, Dr. Nikhat Shakeel Khan, MNA on World Day Against Child Labour – 12 June 2026 "On the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, observed on 12 June 2026, I reaffirm my unwavering commitment to protecting every child in Pakistan from exploitation and ensuring their fundamental rights to education, dignity, safety, and a secure future. Child labour remains one of the most pressing challenges confronting our society. It robs children of their childhood, deprives them of educational opportunities, and exposes them to physical, psychological, and social harm. Beyond the suffering it inflicts on individual children, child labour perpetuates cycles of poverty and inequality that undermine our collective progress and national development. I firmly believe that eliminating child labour requires a comprehensive and sustained approach that extends beyond raising awareness. It demands strong political commitment, effective enforcement of existing laws, strengthened child protection mechanisms, expanded access to quality education, and enhanced social protection measures for vulnerable families. Addressing the root causes of child labour, including poverty, school exclusion, and limited economic opportunities, is essential to achieving lasting and meaningful change. As Convenor of the Parliamentary Caucus on Child Rights, I remain fully committed to advancing this important agenda through legislative reforms, policy advocacy, and parliamentary oversight. I will continue to work closely with parliamentarians, government institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, and all relevant stakeholders to strengthen child protection frameworks and ensure that children's rights remain at the forefront of our national priorities. I firmly believe that every child belongs in a classroom, not in a workplace. Education remains the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty and creating a brighter, more prosperous, and equitable future for our nation. On this important day, I call upon all stakeholders—including government institutions, civil society, development partners, the private sector, media, communities, and families—to join hands in eliminating child labour in all its forms. Protecting children is not only a legal obligation but also a moral responsibility that reflects the values and character of our society. Let us renew our collective resolve to build a Pakistan where every child is safe, educated, empowered, and able to realize their full potential. Together, we can ensure a future free from child labour." @nikhatshakeel @appcsocialmedia @PTVNewsOfficial @RadioPakistan

The President of the Young Parliamentarians Forum (YPF) and Chairperson of the National Assembly Standing Committee on National Heritage and Culture, Syeda Nosheen Iftikhar, MNA, visited the National Library of Pakistan as the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony of the Romanian Bookshelf, established through the collaboration of the Embassy of Romania in Islamabad and the National Library of Pakistan. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including His Excellency Dr. Dan Stoenescu, Ambassador of Romania to Pakistan, as well as prominent representatives from academic, diplomatic, cultural, and literary circles. On the occasion, the Embassy of Romania acknowledged and appreciated the efforts of the President YPF, Syeda Nosheen Iftikhar in facilitating the establishment of the Romanian Bookshelf at the National Library of Pakistan. The establishment of the Romanian Bookshelf reflects the shared commitment of Pakistan and Romania to promoting cultural diplomacy, strengthening people-to-people ties, and fostering greater mutual understanding through literary and intellectual exchange. The initiative is expected to further enhance bilateral relations by encouraging academic cooperation, cultural engagement, and the exchange of knowledge between the two countries. 🇵🇰🤝🇷🇴 @SyedaNosheenPK @DanStoenescu @ROinPakistan @ForeignOfficePk @PakinRomania @appcsocialmedia @ypfpakistan

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Interior and Narcotics Control met today under the Chairmanship of Raja Khurram Shahzad Nawaz at Parliament House, Islamabad. #NACommittee @MOIofficialGoP @MNCOfficialPk

Today's Meeting Schedule The Meeting of the Standing Committee on Interior and Narcotics Control will be held at 02:00 p.m. in the Constitution Room at Parliament House, Islamabad. Meeting Notice⬇️ na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/…

The Meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Special Initiatives was held today under the Chairmanship of Syed Abdul Kadir Gillani, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. #NACommittee

The Sub-Committee-I of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) met today under the Convenorship of Ms. Shahida Begum, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. @ShahidaAkhtrMNA

Today's Meeting Schedule The Meeting of the Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Special Initiatives will be held at 02:00 p.m. in the Committee Room No. 7 at Parliament House, Islamabad. Meeting Notice⬇️ na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/…

Today's Meeting Schedule The Meeting of the Standing Committee on National Food Security and Research will be held at 02:00 p.m. in the Committee Room No 515 of the Pakistan Agriculture Research Council (PARC) sector G/5-1, Islamabad. Meeting Notice⬇️ na.gov.pk/uploads/documents/…

The Sub-Committee-IV of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) met under the Convenorship of Dr. Tariq Fazal Chudhary, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad today. @DrTariqFazal #NACommittee @PTVNewsOfficial

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Power Division met under the Convenorship of Sheikh Aftab Ahmed, MNA at Parliament House today. @NAofPakistan #NACommittee @MoWP15

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Federal Education and Professional Training met today under the Convenorship of Ms. Mahtab Akbar Rashdi, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. #NACommittee @EduMinistryPK @MahtabRashdi

The Sub-Committee-I of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) met today under the Convenorship of Ms. Shahida Begum, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. @ShahidaAkhtrMNA

The Sub-Committee-V of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) met under the Convenorship of Moin Aamer Pirzada, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad today. #NACommittee @NAofPakistan

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Commerce met under the Chairmanship of Muhammad Jawed Hanif Khan, MNA at Parliament House. #NACommittee #Commerce @mincompk @GovtofPakistan

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat met today under the Chairmanship of Mr. Ibrar Ahmed, MNA at Parliament House, Islamabad. #NACommittee @PTVNewsOfficial