Islamabad: Following the success of its visits to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and the Provincial Assembly of Sindh, the delegation of Young Parliamentarians Forum (YPF), led by MNA and YPF President Syeda Nosheen Iftikhar, is scheduled to visit the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly for a two-day mission from 9th to 10th December, 2024. The delegation’s primary objective is to establish a YPF chapter within the KP Assembly, focusing on youth empowerment and capacity-building for young provincial legislators. The delegation will include Members of the National Assembly and officers from the National Assembly Secretariat.
During its visit, the delegation engage in discussions with the Honorable Speaker of the KP Assembly, the Chief Minister, and the Governor of KP. These discussions will primarily address crucial issues such as countering terrorism and enhancing the security framework of the province, as well as tackling the challenges posed by climate change through sustainable development initiatives. A key focus will be on empowering youth, exploring strategies to provide young people with the necessary skills and opportunities to actively participate in governance and societal development. The delegation will also emphasize the importance of integrating young parliamentarians into legislative processes, ensuring their meaningful contributions towards addressing national challenges. In addition, the delegation will work to enhance the legislative capacity of young provincial lawmakers, enabling them to effectively participate in collective-decision making.
As part of the visit, the delegation will also tour the KP Assembly Hall and receive a comprehensive briefing on its history. The establishment of a YPF chapter in the KP Assembly is expected to further strengthen the network of young legislators across Pakistan, allowing them to play an active role in governance and contribute to the solution of critical issues facing the country
