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 […]
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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 […]
Gilani calls for institutionalising parliamentary diplomacy as ISC ends
Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Senator Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, on Wednesday called for transforming parliamentary dialogue into tangible action and institutionalized cooperation. He delivered the closing address at the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC) 2025, which concluded in Islamabad with the adoption of the Islamabad Communique. Addressing Speakers, Deputy Speakers and delegates from over 40 countries, […]
Gilani calls India’s attack shameful, dangerous for regional peace
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Wednesday strongly condemned India’s aggression, calling it a cowardly and shameful act that threatens peace and stability in the region. In a statement, Gilani said India’s actions violate international law and basic human rights. He stressed that while Pakistan desires peace, it has the full ability to respond […]
Shehbaz Sharif ‘attacks’ PTI-led govt, calls federal budget numbers ‘fake’
ISLAMABAD: Opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif on Monday ‘attacked’ the government of Prime Minister Imran Khan, accusing it of deceiving masses by disclosing ‘fake’ numbers in the national budget. He was speaking on the federal budget issued by the government a few days ago, saying that the poor were suffering from poverty while the government claimed […]