ISLAMABAD:
Adviser to Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah has once again invited the opposition for talks. Speaking during the Senate meeting on Monday, Sanaullah said political issues could be resolved through dialogue.
“A formal meeting [between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and NA leader of opposition] could also take place if necessary,” he added. He asserted that former prime minister Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi are being given the best possible medical facilities in the Adiala jail where the couple is lodged.
The Senate met on Monday under the chairmanship of Yousaf Raza Gillani and discussed a wide range of legislative, political and human rights issues. Several important bills were introduced and considered during the session.
Senator Sarmad Ali introduced a bill relating to changes in the juvenile justice system, which was referred to the relevant standing committee for further consideration.
Senator Samina Zahri introduced amendments regarding consumer protection in Islamabad and a bill regarding monitoring of the city’s health system. Both were referred to committee.
The House unanimously passed a bill relating to changes in the courts, while another bill aimed at protecting the rights of people with disabilities was also approved unanimously. The members described it as a positive step towards social welfare and inclusion.
During the session, the differences between Senator Nasir Butt and Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi were also discussed. The Senate Chairman assigned Rana Sanaullah the task of resolving the matter through dialogue after hearing both sides.
Speaking on the floor, Senator Ali Zafar said that the identity of any society lies not in its buildings or slogans but in its legal system.
