Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that the Punjab government is committed to eradicating polio from the province, setting an ambitious target of zero polio cases and zero missing children during vaccination campaigns. Chairing a meeting here on Saturday, the CM added, “no child should be deprived of polio vaccine,” and directed Deputy Commissioners across the province to ensure the effectiveness of the ongoing anti-polio campaign. She instructed them to monitor union council-level performance daily and to actively oversee the implementation of the microplan for vaccination. “The goal of zero polio cases is within our reach through coordinated efforts,” she asserted. “It is absolutely unacceptable for any child in Punjab to remain vulnerable to this preventable disease,” she said. During the meeting, the Punjab Secretary for Primary and Secondary Healthcare gave a comprehensive briefing to the Chief Minister on the progress and challenges of the campaign. CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif urged all district administrations to work with unwavering dedication, stressing that the health and safety of Punjab’s children must remain a top priority. EU Delegation The European Union’s Parliamentary Delegation for South Asia (DSAS) called on Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, here on Saturday. Matters related to mutual interests, bilateral relations, trade, education and investment were discussed in detail. The CM agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations for trade, peace, development and common goals. She offered EU companies to invest in education, IT, green energy and health sectors in Punjab. The CM said, “Pakistan values its enduring friendship with the European Union. The EU is not only a key trading partner but also a voice for global stability.” She noted that the GSP Plus status has significantly boosted Pakistan’s exports, particularly in the textile sector, and reaffirmed Punjab’s commitment to meeting all EU requirements, including those related to human rights and labor reforms. Highlighting Punjab’s role as the economic hub of Pakistan, CM Maryam Nawaz said the province offers a conducive and investor-friendly environment. She expressed a desire to expand cooperation with the EU in agriculture, energy, digital infrastructure, and environmental sustainability. Emphasizing the importance of youth development, she stated that the government is actively providing skills training to help connect young people with global employment opportunities. “It is encouraging to see that Pakistani students continue to rank among the top recipients of Erasmus Mundus scholarships for the third consecutive year,” she added. The CM reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to both regional and global peace. The EU delegation lauded the Punjab government’s forward-looking initiatives and welcomed the prospects for deeper cooperation.