Islamabad :
The meeting discussed the overall political and economic situation in the country and other issues of mutual interest.
The Governor Punjab apprised the Speaker of the details of ongoing development works in the province.
The present provincial government is taking steps on priority basis for the development of projects of public importance, especially in the agricultural sector, Governor Punjab said.
The steps taken by the present government for the welfare of the people in the province are commendable, Speaker National Assembly said.
The agriculture sector is the backbone of the national economy, said the Speaker of the National Assembly
Government patronage is essential for the development of this sector, said the Speaker of the National Assembly
For the first time in the history of the country, a special committee has been set up to address the problems facing the agriculture sector, said the Speaker of the National Assembly.
The committee is formulating its recommendations for the development of agriculture in the country in consultation with all stakeholders, Speaker National Assembly said.
Coordination between provinces and the federation is essential for national development and public welfare, Speaker National Assembly. Establishment of South Punjab Secretariat is welcome, Speaker. The establishment of South Punjab Secretariat will solve public problems and speed up development activities, Speaker National Assembly said
Governor Punjab Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar appreciated the role of the Speaker National Assembly in keeping the atmosphere of the House peaceful and pleasant. Coordinated steps are being taken to eradicate locusts in the province, Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar said