Islamabad: A workshop titled “Parliamentary Interface: Learning Experience of Provincial Assembly Secretariats” commences at the National Assembly of Pakistan. The workshop, jointly organized by National Assembly of Pakistan &Mustehkam_Parlimaan aimed at nurturing a constructive dialogue and deliberation among national parliaments’ on crucial issues influencing parliamentary and legislative agenda.Participants received a comprehensive overview of the National Assembly, its functions, procedures, and a detailed explanation of the committee system and legislative processes from Mr. Muhammad Mushtaq, Special Secretary (Legislation) of the National Assembly in different sessions of the event.
During the session on ‘Committee System and Legislative Process’, Mr. Muhammad Mushtaq, Special Secretary (Legislation), provided an in-depth briefing on the committee system and its importance in the legislative process.He also conducted a walkthrough explaining how bills are introduced, reviewed, and passed within the National Assembly and Joint Sessions of the Parliament.
Senior Officers from National Assembly and Provincial Assemblies of Balochistan, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are actively contributing to the dynamic exchange of knowledge taking place at Parliament House.The Executive Director of Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS) Mr. Muhammad Anwar shared valuable insights to foster collaborative learning environment in order to promote best Parliamentary practices. He elucidated the technicalities of the committee system and legislative processes.
The session proceeds with a Q&A segment, where Officers from Provincial Assemblies of Pakistan actively seek clarification on the elaborated topics.Officers from Provincial Assemblies were taken on a guided tour of the National Assembly of Pakistan, encompassing the National Assembly Hall, Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Secretariat, Library, Media and various departments.During the tour, they were briefed on the roles and responsibilities of different units within the Secretariat.
During the last session of the Parliamentary Interface , the participants from Provincial Assemblies recommended for organizing similar programs, workshops, and seminars to facilitate meaningful global exchanges among stakeholders and governance experts.The event focused on knowledge-sharing, strategic discussions, and interactive learning to enhance governance at both the National and Provincial levels.
The session concluded with a vote of thanks. The officers expressed appreciation for National Assembly Secretariat for providing the opportunity to visit this prestigious institution and gain insights into its procedures, functions, and key