NA expresses solidarity with US fire-hit people

Resolution says that devastating fire in LA has caused immense damage to property

By Muhammad Anis
January 14, 2025
The National Assembly of Pakistan.— The News/File

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Monday unanimously passed a resolution expressing solidarity with victims of Los Angeles fire and their families and extended sympathy to all affected by the inferno.

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“This House extends its deepest condolences to the victims and their families, and expresses its heartfelt sympathy to all those affected by the fire. We stand in solidarity with the people of Los Angeles,” the resolution said.

The minority member of PPP, Naveed Aamir Jeeva moved the resolution. The resolution noted that the devastating fire in LA has caused immense damage to the property, displaced countless families and led to the tragic loss of lives and livelihoods.

“As a global community, the recognises that in times of tragedy, it is our shared humanity that binds us together and it is our collective responsibility to offer support and stand by the affected people of Los Angeles during this time of hardship,” the resolution said.

The National Assembly called upon the international community and local organisations as well as individuals to come together in the spirit of humanity to aid in the recovery, rebuilding and healing of LA, ensuring that no one is left behind in this time of crisis.

The House also passed the National Commission on the Status of Women (Amendment) Bill 2025 to amend the Status of Women (Amendment) Act 2012. The aim and object of this amendment bill are to bring clarity to the exiting legislation and to provide clarity with respect to the exercise of authority by the Federation. This amendment is in pursuance to the direction of the cabinet in light of the Supreme Court judgement.

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