PM Shehbaz, Punjab governor exchange views on country's political situation
Pakistan
PM Shehbaz meets Balighur Rehman at Governor House
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Governor Balighur Rehman on Friday exchanged views over the country’s political situation.
The premier held the meeting with Rehman at Governor House, during which both the leaders discussed issues related to the country's law and order situation.
On the occasion, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar was also present.
- Economic revival plan -
The premier took the nation into confidence over deal with International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Addressing a presser, PM Shehbaz talked about the economic revival plan of the country, saying, "Everyone would have to put efforts for uplifting the country".
“Debts and loans are not the solution as we have to get rid of them and focus on our own domestic resources,” said the prime minister.
He added all the institutions including judiciary, parliament and defence institutions will have to put their efforts jointly to make the strong country economically.
- SCO virtual summit -
The premier will participate in the 23rd Meeting of SCO Council of Heads of State being held in videoconference format on Tuesday (July 4).
The invitation to the prime minister to attend the SCO-CHS was extended by Indian counterpart Narendra Modi in his capacity as the current Chair of the SCO.
At the forthcoming CHS, the highest forum of the SCO, the leaders will deliberate on important global and regional issues and chart the future direction of cooperation among SCO Member States.
This year, the SCO CHS will also welcome Iran as a new member of the organization.
PM Shehbaz's participation in the CHS illustrates the high importance that Pakistan attaches to the SCO, as an important forum for regional security and prosperity, and enhanced engagement with the region.
