ISLAMABAD: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Authority on Thursday got a legal cover in the Senate with the unanimous passage of the CPEC Authority Bill, 2021, in opposition’s absence which.
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Many observers view Pakistan as a test case for China’s assertive overseas expansion plans. But sometimes, it is Chinese players who have had to adapt to Islamabad’s realities.
Despite boost in its numerical strength, no smooth sailing expected for govt in Senate
National
April 11, 2021
ISLAMABAD: Only seven government bills are pending in the Senate where the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) plans to conduct aggressive legislation after its numerical strength improved following the March election to half of the upper house.
However, despite its greater strength, the ruling coalition is not likely to enjoy smooth sailing in the Senate.
An indication of this came when a resolution sponsored by an opposition senator was recently passed, defeating the government that opposed it.
The motion related to the prices of COVID-19 vaccines being provided to the people on a commercial basis.
No smooth sailing in Senate
National
April 11, 2021
ISLAMABAD: Only seven government bills are pending in the Senate where the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) plans to conduct aggressive legislation after its numerical strength improved following the March election to half of the upper house.
However, despite its greater strength, the ruling coalition is not likely to enjoy smooth sailing in the Senate. An indication of this came when a resolution sponsored by an opposition senator was recently passed, defeating the government that opposed it. The motion related to the prices of COVID-19 vaccines being provided to the people on a commercial basis.