IMF review missions, federal budget allocations, and “Tax-to-GDP” reforms.
ISLAMABAD — On the occasion of World Hepatitis Day, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal called upon the nation to prioritize public awareness, preventive measures, and early diagnosis to eradicate hepatitis across the country.
ISLAMABAD — Terming climate change as one of the defining challenges of our time, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal has called for a strategic partnership between Pakistani and American universities, agricultural research institutions, and government agencies.
ISLAMABAD — Under the vision of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal has announced a major national drive to train one million young Pakistanis as Agents of Social Change under the national framework of URAAN Pakistan.
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.
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 — Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, visited the Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) to explore strategic partnerships aimed at advancing higher education, technological innovation, and sustainable agricultural practices in Pakistan.
NEW YORK / ISLAMABAD — In a major step toward modernizing Pakistan’s agricultural landscape, the Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, held a high-level meeting at Cornell University’s Integrated School of Plant Sciences.
UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK: Addressing the Ministerial Segment of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2026 on Sustainable Development, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, delivered a strong call for global solidarity, warning that the world stands at a critical juncture with just five years remaining to achieve the 2030 Agenda.
UNITED NATIONS: On the sidelines of the United Nations high-level forum, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, met with his Egyptian counterpart, Mr. Ahmed Rostom. The high-profile meeting served to reaffirm the long-standing, historic friendship between Pakistan and Egypt while exploring fresh avenues for bilateral and economic cooperation.