ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has approved a change in the constitution of the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC).
“The change became necessary after the Government of Balochistan revised its nomination, recommending Mahfooz Ali Khan as its non ex-officio member in the 11th NFC.
The President accorded approval to this nomination, superseding the earlier approval”.
Moreover, the president has also given his assent to the Criminal Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025, as passed by the Parliament.
On the other hand, President Asif Ali Zardari has given his assent to the Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill, 2025 thus with his approval, the bill now became an act of the Parliament.
“The enactment paves the way for the establishment of the Pakistan Land Port Authority, a statutory body mandated to facilitate the movement of goods and people across border crossing points.
The Authority will serve as a central platform for inter-agency coordination, ensuring efficient trade and passenger movement at land ports”.
With this development, Pakistan became the third country in South Asia, after Bangladesh and India to establish a dedicated land port authority.
The authority will introduce a robust mechanism to coordinate effectively with border management agencies, streamline trade facilitation, and enhance cross-border connectivity.
It will also play a vital role in meeting Pakistan’s obligations under international agreements and conventions.
