Pakistan’s Parliament has made history by becoming the first legislature globally to operate entirely on solar energy, a landmark achievement in sustainable governance that was showcased alongside a pioneering Artificial Intelligence initiative at a major international forum in Geneva.
Representing the nation at the ASGP/IPU session, Special Secretary of the Senate of Pakistan, Hafeezullah Sheikh, detailed the country’s remarkable progress in transforming its Parliament into a modern, resilient, and citizen-centric institution, according to a statement released by the Senate on Tuesday.
Mr. Sheikh proudly emphasized the solar-powered milestone as a symbol of Pakistan’s firm commitment to environmental sustainability and clean governance.
The Senate is also advancing its technological capabilities under the leadership of Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, a former Prime Minister of Pakistan. An AI-powered chatbot is currently in development, designed to grant Members of Parliament and staff immediate access to legislative records, committee reports, and past debates.
This innovative digital tool is poised to significantly enhance efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness throughout the lawmaking process, marking a substantial step forward in parliamentary operations.
The event also highlighted a personal distinction for Hafeezullah Sheikh, who had the honour of addressing the prestigious global forum for the second time. He is the first Pakistani officer to achieve this, and one of only two Pakistanis ever invited to speak at the distinguished platform.
Mr. Sheikh underscored that these forward-looking initiatives reflect the Senate’s unwavering resolve to embrace technology, strengthen institutional accountability, and set new global benchmarks in parliamentary innovation and public service.