ISLAMABAD: A high-level delegation from the Senate of Pakistan comprised of Senator Abida Azeem, Senator Keshoo Bai, Senator Khalida Ateeb, and Additional Secretary Hafeez Sheikh held a very constructive and cordial meeting with Lord Qurban Hussain and British MP Yasmeen Qureshi in London.
In a spirit of collaboration, both sides discussed issues of mutual interest during the interactive session, said a press note on Wednesday.
Delegation Provides Overview of Pakistan’s Electoral System
It said that the delegation provided an overview of Pakistan’s electoral system, shedding light on the composition of both the Senate and the National Assembly, with a particular focus on the representation of women through special seats.
In turn, British lawmakers shared insights into the intricacies of their parliamentary and electoral systems, stressing on the process of becoming a member of the British House of Lords.
The meeting, conducted in a friendly environment, resulted in a mutual understanding of the respective parliamentary structures.
Both sides expressed their commitment to fostering closer relations between the two parliaments, emphasizing the significance of enhancing inter-parliamentary cooperation.
The visiting delegation expressed optimism about further building upon the positive momentum generated during the meeting, anticipating further collaborative initiatives that would strengthen the bond between the Parliaments and parliamentarians of the two countries.
