Chairman Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani here Tuesday said that Pakistan needed quality graduates who can solve problems, create employment opportunities, and contribute to the country’s development on fast track basis. He said that the country’s civil and military leadership deserved congratulations for its excellent role in promoting peace between the United States and Iran. […]
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Senate beats austerity target by 500pc
Pakistan’s Senate has returned Rs1.436 billion to the national exchequer after implementing a year-long austerity programme. The savings exceeded the Finance Division’s target by 500 percent and represented 15.9 percent of the Senate’s annual budget. The achievement highlights efforts to strengthen fiscal discipline amid ongoing economic challenges. According to a statement issued by the Senate […]
KP governor, Senate chairman discuss key national issues
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Faisal Karim Kundi met Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani in Islamabad to discuss the country’s political situation, parliamentary affairs and a range of challenges facing the province. Read More: Governor KP for Senate committee During the meeting, the two leaders exchanged views on issues affecting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including administrative difficulties, economic concerns and matters […]
Gilani meets top EU diplomat
Chairman of the Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani held an informal meeting with the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas, during a luncheon hosted in her honour by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. During the interaction, Gilani warmly welcomed […]
Research, innovation key for sustainable development: Gilani
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, has said that the youth are the nation’s bright future and that education rooted in research and innovation is essential for sustainable development. He emphasized that concrete measures are being taken to promote education aligned with modern technologies, while the Senate remains committed to supporting education, innovation, skill development, […]
Gilani, finmin discuss austerity measures, institutional reforms
Chairman Senate of Pakistan Yousaf Raza Gilani and Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb on Friday discussed matters related to financial discipline, institutional reforms, and the government’s austerity measures. During a meeting, Chairman of the Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani informed the finance minister about the austerity and cost-cutting measures adopted by the […]
Gilani meets VCs; stresses transformative role of higher education
Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani held an important meeting with Vice Chancellors of various universities in Lahore, where matters related to higher education, academic excellence, and institutional development were discussed in detail. Prof. Dr Muhammad Ali, VC, University of the Punjab, Prof Dr Arshad Ali, VC, Multan University of Science and Technology and Prof […]
Pakistan exercised restraint as responsible nuclear state during India conflict: Gilani
Acting President and Chairman of the Senate, Yousaf Raza Gilani, on Sunday said that Pakistan was a responsible nuclear state, despite Indian aggression after the Pahalgam incident, Islamabad exercised restraint while safeguarding its right to self-defence. Speaking as the chief guest at the 41st annual dinner of the Old Ravians Association in Lahore, Gilani said […]
Gilani, Saudi envoy discuss bilateral ties at Iftar dinner
Chairman of the Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani and Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy discussed Pakistan-Saudi bilateral relations in detail, along with the regional and global situation, challenges facing the Muslim Ummah, and avenues for enhanced cooperation across various sectors. The discussion took place during an iftar dinner hosted by the […]
Pakistan’s creation rooted in Quaid’s efforts, political acumen: Gilani
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, has said that the creation of Pakistan was the result of the tireless efforts, unwavering determination, political insight, and statesmanship of the Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah (RA). He emphasized that the establishment of Pakistan was not merely the acquisition of a piece of land, but […]