The National Assembly was informed on Wednesday that the government is actively pursuing agreements with European Union countries to facilitate the export of skilled manpower. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to boost overseas employment opportunities.
Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resources Development Chaudhary Salik Hussain told the assembly that approximately 1.3 million people went abroad for employment over the last three years. The government emphasized the importance of skill development among the youth to prepare them for international job markets.
In a related development, Parliamentary Secretary Dr Darshan briefed the assembly on environmental measures in the Federal Capital. A proposed sewerage treatment plant aims to manage wastewater before it reaches Rawal Lake, addressing pollution issues linked to unregulated development near the Korang River. Additionally, constructed wetlands are in place to mitigate contamination, with water treatment operations conducted by the Small Dam Organization under the Irrigation Department for Rawalpindi’s supply.
The House today passed “The Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (Implementation) Bill, 2024.” Besides, “The Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill, 2025”, “The Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Bill, 2025” and “The Digital Nation (Amendment) Bill, 2024” were introduced in the House.
The Chair referred the bills to the Standing Committees concerned.