Australia: The conference, which runs from November 3 to 8, 2024, focuses on the theme “Engage, Empower, sustain: Charting the Course for Resilient Democracy
During the conference, Speaker Swati engaged in various workshops and sessions, including discussions on parliamentary frameworks and promoting political participation among youngsters. His participation highlights the active role of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in global parliamentary affairs and the commitment to fostering resilient democratic practices.
Speaker of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, Babar Saleem Swati, visited the New South Wales Parliament along with members of the assembly and other officials at the invitation of the Speaker of New South Wales. During this visit, discussions were held between the Pakistani delegation and the Speaker of the New South Wales Assembly on parliamentary systems and other matters of mutual interest. Speaker Babar Saleem Swati expressed his gratitude for the hospitality extended by the Speaker of New South Wales and presented traditional gifts from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
On the occasion of the ongoing conference in Australia, Speaker Babar Saleem Swati and his accompanying delegation, including Deputy Speaker Suraya Bibi, Assembly Secretary Kifayat Ullah Afridi, and other assembly members, visited the Pakistani Consulate in Sydney at the invitation of Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Australia, Zahid Hafeez Chaudhry. The host High Commissioner, Deputy High Commissioner, and Consul General were also present during this visit. During the visit to the consulate, detailed discussions were held between the Speaker and the officials regarding the issues faced by the Pakistani community residing in Australia, as well as the relations and business activities between Pakistan and Australia.
Additionally, Pakistani High Commissioner Zahid Hafeez hosted a dinner in honor of Speaker Babar Saleem Swati and the Pakistani delegation, which was attended by assembly members, business community representatives, doctors, and other professionals.
