Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the 26th Constitutional Amendment passed by the parliament with two thirds majority will prove to be a milestone for economic and political stability and development of the country.

Chairing federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad today, he highlighted the delays faced by the people in legal matters, expressing the confidence that the constitutional amendment, envisaging establishment of constitutional benches, will provide prompt and easy justice to them.

The Prime Minister said the constitutional amendment is also accomplishment of the vision outlined in the Charter of Democracy.

He mentioned that the draft of the constitutional amendment was adopted after extensive deliberations with political parties, including those in the opposition. He said the amendment is reflective of the entire spirit of consultation.

The Prime Minister commended the Foreign Office, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Ministry of Interior, the armed forces of Pakistan and law enforcement agencies as well as CDA over their efforts for the successful conduct of the SCO heads of government meeting in the federal capital saying this has further improved the image of Pakistan.

As regards the visit of the Chinese Premier, the Prime Minister said this will further strengthen the bilateral relations between the two friendly countries.

The Prime Minister also expressed satisfaction over the gradual improvement in the economic situation. He said the inflation has come down to 6.9 percent while policy rate has also decreased substantially and it is expected to decline further.

Voicing serious concerns over the relentless Israeli atrocities in Gaza and Lebanon, the Prime Minister called for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the bloodshed of innocent people.

Shehbaz Sharif said a comprehensive program has been developed to deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza and Lebanon. He urged the public to contribute to the Prime Minister’s relief fund.