Lahore (Islamabadtoday Report): Speaker Punjab Assembly, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, warmly welcomed the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Pakistan, H.E. Irfan Neziroğlu, during his visit to the historic Punjab Assembly building today. The visit was held on the invitation of MPA and President of the Youth Parliamentarians Forum (YPF) Punjab, Ms. Amina Hassan Sheikh.
Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan expressed his deep appreciation for the Turkish ambassador’s visit and highlighted the centuries-old fraternal ties between Pakistan and Türkiye. He emphasized the importance of strengthening inter-parliamentary cooperation, youth engagement, and bilateral cultural exchanges. He also thanked Türkiye for its unwavering support to Pakistan, especially during the recent Pak-India conflict. The Speaker briefed the ambassador about various initiatives taken under his leadership to modernize the legislative process, promote inclusive dialogue, and empower young parliamentarians.
H.E. Irfan Neziroğlu lauded the role of Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan in establishing the Youth Parliamentarians Forum (YPF) in the Punjab Assembly. He remarked that such platforms are crucial in engaging the next generation of leaders and fostering democratic values. He showed keen interest in the rich history and functioning of the Punjab Assembly.
Ms. Amina Hassan Sheikh, MPA and President of YPF Punjab, facilitated the visit and underscored the significance of international collaboration for youth leadership development. She appreciated the continuous support of the Speaker in empowering young voices within the parliamentary framework.
Prominent parliamentarians present on the occasion included MPA Salman Shahid Mehdi, General Secretary YPF; MPA Sultan Tariq Bajwa, Parliamentary Secretary for HUD & PHE; MPA Usama Fazal Rana, Chairperson Provincial Taskforce for SDGs; and MPA Mansoor Azam, Senior Vice President YPF.
The ambassador’s visit concluded with an exchange of souvenirs and a guided tour of the assembly building. The event marked yet another step toward deepening the friendly relations between Pakistan and Türkiye.
