Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani says Pakistan People’s Party would continue to support government’s welfare initiatives.

He was talking to media after laying the foundation stone of a reverse osmosis water plant in Lahore today.

The Acting President highlighted that as a member of the United Nations, Pakistan is committed to the Sustainable Development Goals, which aimed to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030.

He expressed his appreciation for those working to provide clean drinking water, noting that their efforts are also in service to the state. He said that the provision of clean water was a global issue, which needs to be addressed on a priority basis with global support.

Responding to a question, the Acting President said his party believes in public welfare and political dialogue and always prefers to adopt reconciliatory approach to address national issues.