🌟 The 9th Annual National Parliamentary Researchers Workshop, jointly organized by the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS) and the Mustehkam Parlimaan Project, commenced today (6th May 2025) at the Nishat Hotel, Lahore.

🕊️ The session began with a soulful recitation from the Holy Quran, setting a reflective tone for the proceedings.

🎙️ Mr. Asim Khan Goraya, Executive Director, PIPS, delivered the welcome address, emphasizing PIPS’ commitment to strengthening parliamentary research through academic rigor and practical skill-building. He highlighted the workshop’s tailored focus on modern tools such as AI in legislative work and digital media challenges for researchers.

🤝 Mr. Ali Imran, Technical Advisor, Mustehkam Parlimaan, shared opening remarks, underscoring the continued partnership with PIPS to elevate institutional research standards across Pakistan’s legislatures.

🏛️ While the Punjab Assembly leadership was graciously represented by Mr. Arif Shaheen, the Special Secretary of the Assembly Secretariat, whose presence reflected the Punjab Assembly Secretariat’s keen interest in research capacity development of its staffers.

📚 With researchers participating from the National Assembly, Senate, and all four Provincial Assemblies, the workshop promises a vibrant exchange of knowledge and practical insights over the next three days.