Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani met newly elected Senator Abid Sher Ali at Parliament House to discuss the country’s political situation, affairs of the upper house and the legislative process.
Mr Gilani offered his congratulations to Abid Sher Ali on taking the oath as a member of the Senate and described him as a seasoned and experienced politician whose presence is expected to bolster the chamber’s performance and enrich the lawmaking process with practical insight.
Senator Abid Sher Ali in turn commended the steps taken under Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani’s leadership to improve the functioning of the upper house and expressed his commitment to support legislation aimed at advancing development and raising living standards for ordinary Pakistanis.
Senator Sherry Rehman and former Senator Sardar Yaqub Khan Nasir were also present during the meeting as Abid Sher Ali reiterated his resolve to work collaboratively with the presidency and fellow legislators in the national interest.
