Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Shahbaz Sharif met Istanbul Mayor Kadir Topbas to discuss investment by Turkish companies in bus rapid transit system, traffic management, solid waste management and other projects. Shahbaz appreciated the development of Istanbul and exchanged views on civic amenity provision in Punjab’s major cities and the scope service provision by Turkish companies.
CM approves 300 foreign scholarships for UAF: Separately Shahbaz approved 300 foreign scholarships worth Rs 3 billion for the students and faculty members of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF). A notification in this regard has already been issued from the CM’s office. Agricultural experts and educationists welcomed the decision.