Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain said on Thursday that the government was making efforts to uplift the gems and jewellery industry.
Addressing an event in Islamabad, Hussain said: "The value addition is essential in precious stone products according to global standards."
"There is a dire need to boost the gems and jewellery sector in a bid to strengthen the country's economy," he added.
– NA speaker plants sapling of Magnolia Grandiflora –
Separately, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq planted today a sapling of Magnolia Grandiflora.
Expressing his thoughts, Sadiq underscored the importance of embracing the plantation campaign in the country. He said: "The trees play a vital role in saving us from air pollution."
He highlighted the challenges faced by the country by climate change. "There is a dire need to plant as many trees as possible to cope with the challenges of climate change," he said.
Sadiq said: "The country's parliament is making all-out efforts to confront the challenges of climate change."
He also prayed for the development and prosperity of the country.
