China satisfied over progress in CPEC project NA told

National Assembly was informed today that Beijing is fully satisfied over the progress on China-Pakistan-Economic-Corridor (CPEC) project.

Responding to a point raised in the House, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said second phase of CPEC has been agreed with China which indicates that Beijing is fully satisfied with the corridor.

Regarding another point, the Minister said there is no change in Pakistan’s policy regarding Israel.

To maintain cordial environment in the House, Shah Mahmood Qureshi urged the opposition to cooperate with the treasury benches in running business of the National Assembly in line with the Parliamentary traditions.

Minister for Water Resources Faisal Vawda has assured the National Assembly that Pakistan’s share of water under Indus Water Treaty is secure and safe.

Taking floor, he said under Indus water treaty, India has the right over eastern rivers and it does not affect Pakistan if New Delhi stops their water.