British diplomat meets PA speaker

LAHORE: Political Counselor at the British High Commission Zoe Ware met with Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan here Friday.

During the meeting, they discussed mutual interests, the national situation, and parliamentary matters, among other issues. PA Speaker expressed appreciation for British institutions' involvement in various sectors, including education, in Pakistan. He emphasised that exchange of parliamentary delegations, economic cooperation, and strengthening relations at the grassroots level could further enhance ties between both countries. He highlighted the potential for bilateral cooperation in industries, agriculture, and other sectors, which could yield positive outcomes if suitable opportunities were provided for youth.

Speaker Ahmad Khan briefed the Political Counselor about the legislative process and committee system in the Punjab Assembly. Zoe Ware congratulated Malik Ahmad Khan for being elected as Speaker of the Punjab Assembly and conveyed best wishes. She remarked that hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis in England were contributing excellently to various fields, and they would play their role in enhancing pleasant relations between Britain and Pakistan.

Also present at the meeting were Clara Strandhoj, Head of British High Commission Lahore, and Talal Raza, Political Advisor at the British High Commission. Secretary Punjab Assembly Chaudhry Aamir Habib and Staff Officer for Speaker Imad Hussain Bhalli were also in attendance.