Islamabad
\nThe National Assembly Standing Committee on Defence expressed its wholehearted appreciation for the resumption of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flights to the United Kingdom (UK) and France after a hiatus of five years.
\nThe Committee commended the efforts of the Ministry of Defence and the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) in facilitating this significant milestone, which underscores the government\u2019s commitment to reviving Pakistan\u2019s international connectivity.
\nDuring today\u2019s meeting held at the Parliament House in Islamabad, under the chairmanship of Mr. Fateh Ullah Khan, MNA, the Committee reviewed the progress of PIA\u2019s flight operations and discussed strategies for enhancing the country\u2019s aviation sector.
\nThe Director General of Pakistan International Airlines Company Limited (PIACL) provided a comprehensive briefing on the airline\u2019s current status, including its organizational structure, fleet development, and domestic and international network expansion, etc.
\nWhile acknowledging the positive steps taken and the gradual reclamation of PIA\u2019s lost stature through targeted management initiatives, the Committee noted with concern the ongoing challenges faced by the citizens due to the absence of domestic flight operations.
\nThis gap reportedly impairs access for a large segment of Pakistan\u2019s population, emphasizing the urgent need for restoring and expanding domestic air routes.
\nThe Committee reaffirmed its support for the government\u2019s efforts to privatize PIA, with a firm stance on protecting the airline\u2019s heritage and national identity.
\nIt emphasized that, in the event of privatization, the airline\u2019s aircraft should continue to display the Pakistani flag and the iconic PIA logo, symbolizing national pride and continuity. Furthermore, the Committee urged that the airline\u2019s employees be treated with compassion and fairness throughout the privatization process, safeguarding their rights and livelihoods.
\nThe Committee also received assurances from the Secretary of Defence that all recommendations will be implemented in letter and spirit.
\nThe meeting was attended by the Hon. Members, including Mr. Ibrar Ahmad, Ms. Saba Sadiq, Mr. Isphanyar M. Bandara, Mr. Ramesh Lal, Mr. Sadiq Iftikhar, Mr. Sanjay Parwani, Mr. Gul Asghar Khan, Mr. Pulain Baloch, Mr. Muhammad Aslam Ghumman, and Mr. Ghulam Muhammad. Senior officials from the Ministry of Defence, Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), Pakistan Aviation Authority (PAA), Pakistan International Airlines (PIACL), and the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) also participated in the discussions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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