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NEW YORK / ISLAMABAD — On the sidelines of the UN High-Level Political Forum 2026 (HLPF 2026), Pakistani representatives met with the President of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and Permanent Representative of Nepal to the UN, H.E. Lok Bahadur Thapa, to discuss strategies for advancing global youth development. The high-level meeting … Read more
ISLAMABAD — Transitioning away from coal and expanding renewable energy infrastructure are critical to mitigating Pakistan’s economic risks and circular debt, emphasized energy experts and policymakers during a high-level policy dialogue organized by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in collaboration with United Nations ESCAP.
ISLAMABAD — Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, has paid rich tribute to the people of Jammu and Kashmir for their steadfast resolve, courage, and sacrifices on the occasion of Youm-e-Ilhaq-e-Kashmir (Kashmir Accession Day).
ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed all relevant authorities to ensure that national development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) are completed strictly within their stipulated timelines and to the highest quality standards.
UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK — Highlighting the country’s prominent footprint in the international sports arena, Pakistani representatives took center stage at a high-level United Nations event dedicated to utilizing sports as a tool for youth development and mental health resilience.
UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK — In a major step toward narrowing the gender gap in the technology and climate sectors, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), held a high-level meeting with the Deputy Executive Director of UN Women at the United Nations headquarters.
UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK — Accelerating Pakistan’s international youth outreach, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), arrived at the Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the United Nations in New York.
UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK — Pakistan’s legacy of fueling global football took center stage at the United Nations headquarters during a high-level event co-organized by the UN Youth Office and FIFA.
Titled “One World, One Game, One Goal: Football as a Catalyst for Youth Mental Health and Well-Being,” the ceremony highlighted the intersection of sports, global unity, and mental health. Representing the country, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, proudly presented “TRIONDA”—the official Adidas match ball for the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.
BOSTON / ISLAMABAD — In a strategic move to transition towards a data-driven welfare economy, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, met with Prof. Iqbal Dhaliwal, the Global Executive Director of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL). The high-level meeting focused on exploring a robust institutional collaboration aimed at introducing evidence-based policymaking to tackle poverty, enhance human development, and accelerate inclusive growth across Pakistan.
NEW YORK / ISLAMABAD — In a strategic move to boost regional technological cooperation, Pakistan and Tajikistan have held high-level talks in New York focused on artificial intelligence, startup ecosystems, and digital skill-building for the youth.