A delegation of Chinese journalists which is currently on a tour to Lahore, visited Planning & Development Department today. Dr. Naveed briefed the delegation about the working of P&D Department.
The delegation was told that Punjab has made significant progress in education and health sectors during the last decade especially projects aimed at public welfare and provision of basic facilities in the far flung districts have been completed on priority basis. The Chinese delegation was also appraised of the available resources in Punjab, population and administrative division of the province. Members of the delegation evinced keen interest in the progress regarding computerization of patwar system, adopted since Mughal regime. The Chinese delegation also expressed its satisfaction over the promotion of Chinese culture, language and its protection of Chinese people working in Pakistan. The head of the delegation, Prof. Zhoring said that Pakistan should fully benefit from the progressing Chinese economy. Additional Secretary Information & Culture Punjab Syed Tahir Raza Hamdani was also present on the occasion.