Pakistan Eyes Data-Driven Progress: Ahsan Iqbal, J-PAL Chief Explore Partnership Under ‘URAAN Pakistan’ Framework

July 18, 2026 by Syed Mujtaba Ali

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.

PAKISTAN TO ESTABLISH JOINT EXPERT GROUP WITH CORNELL UNIVERSITY TO BOOST CLIMATE-RESILIENT AGRICULTURE

July 16, 2026 by Syed Mujtaba Ali

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.

At UN, Ahsan Iqbal Urges Global Solidarity on SDGs, Warns of Water Security Threat Under Indus Waters Treaty

July 15, 2026 by Syed Mujtaba Ali

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.

Turning Youth & Tech into Trade: Ahsan Iqbal Lays Out Vision for Texas-Pakistan Partnership

July 13, 2026 by Syed Mujtaba Ali

ISLAMABAD — Following a landmark agreement with the Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC), Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, has outlined a comprehensive strategic vision aimed at transforming Pakistan into a premier global destination for American investment, technology, and academic expansion.

Pakistan Observes Day of National Mourning Following Passing of Qatar’s Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani

July 13, 2026 by Syed Mujtaba Ali

ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan observed a Day of National Mourning on Monday, July 13, 2026, as a powerful gesture of solidarity with the State of Qatar following the passing of its former Emir and Father Amir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.