Pakistan’s National Assembly passed four government bills by majority vote on Friday, October 30, 2026, following detailed parliamentary discussions.
The session also addressed fertilizer shortages, healthcare reforms, airline expansion and water infrastructure projects.
Lawmakers examined several national challenges during Question Hour before the parliamentary session concluded.
National Assembly Approves Four Key Bills
The approved legislation includes the Higher Education Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the NFC Institute of Engineering and Technology Multan (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
Lawmakers also passed the National Textile University (Amendment) Bill and the National Rahmatul-Lil-Aalameen Wa Khatamun Nabiyyin Authority (Amendment) Bill.
All four bills received majority support following clause-by-clause consideration.
Middle East Crisis Disrupts Pakistan’s Fertilizer Supply
Parliamentary Secretary Shaista Khan informed lawmakers that two urea plants had temporarily closed because of gas supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
The shutdowns created a fertilizer shortfall exceeding 200,000 tonnes.
She explained that international fertilizer prices had also increased, placing additional pressure on Pakistan’s agricultural sector.
Government Announces Medicine Verification System
Health Minister Mustafa Kamal revealed plans to introduce a digital medicine verification system by the end of November.
Consumers will be able to scan medicine barcodes to check authenticity, approved prices and expiry dates.
PIA Plans Fleet Expansion and UK Flights
Parliamentary Secretary Osama Sarwar announced that Pakistan International Airlines would add four aircraft to its fleet.
He also confirmed plans to resume flights between Karachi and the United Kingdom in January 2027.
Meanwhile, the government highlighted ongoing dam construction projects and plans to install water-monitoring systems at 27 locations.
The National Assembly was subsequently prorogued.
