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The Sustainable Development Goals in Pakistan
Pakistan affirmed its commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by adopting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as its own national development agenda through a unanimous National Assembly Resolution in 2016. Since then, the country has made considerable progress by mainstreaming these goals in national policies and strategies and developing an institutional framework for SDGs implementation in Pakistan. SDG support units have been established at federal and provincial levels with the planning institutions (Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives and Provincial Planning and Development Departments) to guide SDGs implementation and monitoring it progress. In 2018, the Government designed and approved a National SDGs Framework that envisages a national vision to prioritize and localize SDGs. Localized provincial SDG Frameworks are being formulated. The focus of the government is on mainstreaming SDGs in planning processes, ensuring strong monitoring and reporting on SDGs, ensuring public financial allocations are aligned to SDGs and alternate financing modalities are being explored, and to benefit from use of technology to accelerate progress towards SDGs.
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08 November 2022
United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027 for Pakistan
With this framework, the UN in Pakistan has prioritized five development outcomes to improve people’s lives in Pakistan, especially the lives of those at the greatest risk of being left behind. The UN will support Pakistan to move forward on its pathway towards sustainable development, on the understanding that:✓ If basic social services – including health, nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), education and social protection – are strengthened, there will be increased equal access to sustainable quality services for all.✓ If women, girls and transgender persons are empowered to reach their fullest potential, their human, social, economic and cultural rights will be fully protected and upheld, and they will have decision-making power over all aspects of their lives.✓ If the health of the Indus River Basin is restored and protected, and resources are equitably and efficiently used, the Indus will sustain a thriving civilization from its sources to the sea, and Pakistan will be much better equipped to adapt to climate change and mitigate its impact.✓ If there is sustainable and inclusive green economic growth and decent work, there will be equitable employment opportunities, enhanced productivity, a sustainable business environment and the realization of workers’ rights.✓ If inclusive, accountable and efficient governance systems are in place, they will provide equitable service delivery, affordable and accessible justice systems, and enable people to be aware of – and obtain – their rights.To download an abridged version: Click here, filtered_html
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18 June 2020
Pakistan: Further desert locust damage forecast in coming agricultural seasons
The Government of Pakistan’s preliminary estimate of monetary losses due to desert locusts over the two coming agricultural seasons in 2020 and 2021 may range from US$3.4 billion to $10.21 billion.
Locust damage has significantly affected many farmers already, with further significant locust damage forecast at the end of summer.
In late January, the Government of Pakistan declared the desert locust a national emergency and set up the National Action Plan for Desert Locust Control and Surveillance and a high-level National Locust Control Centre.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is providing technical advice and procurement support to the Government for locust surveillance and control activities, including locust threat forecasts and control operation strategies.
FAO and the World Food Programme and partners, in coordination with the Government, will access needs in the worst-impacted districts, which have also experienced multiple shocks over the past 18 months, including drought, flash flooding, a cold wave and COVID-19.
The Government of Pakistan needs $372 million over the coming three years in additional funding to survey, control and recover from the locust damage.
FAO launched the Desert Locust Upsurge Global Response Plan 2020, which includes $12.5 million for Pakistan for crisis response, of which only $1.9 million has been funded.
More than 3 million people in Pakistan are facing severe acute food insecurity, with the situation particularly precarious in Balochistan.
It is estimated that approximately 34,000 households will need of emergency livelihood and food-security assistance due to crop losses. Many more people may be indirectly affected by crop losses leading to price rises in key commodities.
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16 June 2020
A Coordinated Response to Coronavirus
On Wednesday, 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) characterized the coronavirus (COVID-19) viral disease a pandemic, but it is a pandemic that can be controlled. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus.
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who heads the UN agency, said, in his statement, “Let me be clear: describing this as a pandemic does not mean that countries should give up.”
The UN Secretary-General urged all countries to take a comprehensive approach tailored to their circumstances – with containment as the central pillar. COVID-19 is affecting thousands of people, impacting countries’ health systems and having widespread social and economic effects. The UN entities working on development, the United Nations Sustainable Development Group, are supporting countries in their preparedness and response plans.
This page convenes sources of information and guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) regarding the current outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
WHO is working closely with global experts, governments and partners to track the spread and to provide guidance to countries and individuals on measures to protect health and prevent the spread of this outbreak.
To stay up to date with the latest information, please visit:
United Nations Covid-19 Response: https://www.un.org/coronavirus
World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
Latest news on the United Nations’ response: https://news.un.org/en/events/un-news-coverage-coronavirus-outbreak
WHO guidance for countries: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/technical
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Situation: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/685d0ace521648f8a5beeeee1b9125cd
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27 January 2025
Enhancing Peacekeeping: Pakistan Army Integrates UN Field Medical Assistants Course
As one of the largest and longest-serving contributors to UN peacekeeping, Pakistan has recently taken an important step to enhance its contributions to peacekeeping globally. Pakistan has integrated the United Nations Field Medical Assistants Course (FMAC) into its pre-deployment training for its uniformed peacekeepers. This initiative aims to improve the safety and effectiveness of Pakistani peacekeepers serving in UN missions worldwide.The UN FMAC, launched by the Department of Operational Support in 2023 after a series of successful pilots, forms part of the United Nations Triangular Partnership Programme’s (TPP) broader efforts to ensure peacekeepers can provide immediate care when needed most.The course equips participants with life-saving skills to stabilise casualties until more advanced medical care is available. This training is crucial in the challenging, and often hostile, environments where peacekeepers operate.A key component of FMAC is the Training of Trainers (ToT), which enables medical personnel from Troop-Contributing Countries to train their own troops for peacekeeping deployments. This approach ensures sustainable knowledge transfer and capacity building in participating countries.Brigadier General Dr Muhammad Muttahhar Asim Niaz, a seasoned Pakistani surgeon, played a central role in bringing this training to Pakistan. After attending the FMAC ToT in July 2023, Brigadier Asim saw an opportunity to elevate Pakistan’s medical training for peacekeepers. “No soldier should die from an injury when prompt treatment can prevent death”, the Brigadier General Doctor emphasized. Building on the UN’s 7-day FMAC, Pakistan developed its Combat Medics Course (CMC), a 14-day programme that incorporates FMAC elements while adding modules tailored to the unique needs of missions that Pakistani peacekeepers deploy to. This includes modules on Environmental Hazards, Snake, Scorpion and Animal Bites, Poisoning, Management of Specific Injuries, and Blood Pressure Monitoring.To increase accessibility, the curriculum has been translated into Urdu, complementing the UN’s existing translations in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.Throughout his time in the Pakistan Army, Brigadier Asim has witnessed many preventable deaths that can be avoided with prompt and appropriate treatment. This, he says, underscores the importance of preventative measures and immediate response skills to save lives.As of June 2024, Pakistan has successfully conducted three iterations of the CMC ToT. The integration of FMAC standards into Pakistan’s pre-deployment training marks a significant step in improving peacekeepers’ medical readiness. By investing in long-term capacities, Pakistan is contributing to more effective national and mission-level deployments while ensuring better protection for its peacekeepers. Brigadier Asim summarised the empowering nature of this training: "This is something for you, it's not for me. I'm going to tell you how to use [the medical kit but] the person who is going to use it is you yourself". The United Nations, through the TPP, will continue investing in the delivery of FMAC and FMAC ToT courses, with plans for further implementation in 2025. The success and longevity of programmes like FMAC depend on strong partnerships between the United Nations TPP and Member States. Through these collaborative efforts and continued investments in training, peacekeepers are better prepared to face challenges and save lives in their crucial work around the world. The UN TPP is a flagship peacekeeping training and operational support programme of the Department of Operational Support. Learn more about the UN TPP through this link., filtered_html
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09 January 2025
Bold action to rescue SDGs in Pakistan
AS the New Year beckons, and the world begins to count down the final six years of the United Nations’ Agenda 2030, our shared vision of decisive progress towards sustainable development everywhere stands at a precipice. The ambitions of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — launched in 2015 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all — are slipping out of reach.In recognition of this grave danger, UN Secretary General António Guterres has declared a “global emergency”, underscoring the urgent need for bold and transformative actions. The recently adopted UN Pact for the Future provides a renewed framework for re-energising Agenda 2030. Specifically, member states have reaffirmed their commitment to closing the SDG financing gap, through scaling up official development assistance, combating illicit financial flows, and mobilising domestic and private resources.Pakistan exemplifies the struggle of low- and middle-income countries trapped in a web of debt, climate vulnerability, and under-investment in human development. Ranked 137th out of 166 nations in the UN Sustainable Development Report 2024, Pakistan’s SDG performance is off track. While modest improvements are noted in some areas, eight out of the 17 SDGs show stagnation, and three are regressing.Gains that are made in human development terms are literally washed away by the effects of climate change on a regular basis.An estimated 40 per cent of Pakistan’s population — approximately 97 million people — lives in poverty, with women disproportionately bearing the impact. Twenty-six million children do not go to school and half of the women population cannot read or write. Forty per cent of children under five are stunted.These figures represent the enormous challenges Pakistan has to overcome to achieve sustainable development and improve the living standards of its people. While Pakistan has made progress in 2024 towards macroeconomic stabilisation, with inflation dropping to a six-year low, the financing gap for achieving the SDGs in the country remains staggering: a conservative projection puts it at around $60 billion annually, which is 16pc of GDP. The price tag of turning such indicators of deprivation around, and meeting the SDGs, dwarfs the country’s revenue base.Without alternative sources of finance, we fear Agenda 2030 will not be accomplished.As of September 2024, Pakistan’s total debt and liabilities stood at an estimated $308.2bn, representing 81.2pc of GDP. Of this, total external debt and liabilities amounted to $133.4bn. Debt servicing costs the government over half of its annual budget, leaving little room for investments in development priorities. Every dollar allocated to debt repayment is a dollar denied to building schools, improving healthcare, or mitigating the impacts of climate change. These issues are critical not only to human development in Pakistan, but also to the country’s future economic growth and prosperity.Pakistan’s challenges are compounded by the global climate crisis it did not create. Gains that are made in human development terms are literally washed away by the effects of climate change on a regular basis. Contributing less than 1pc to global emissions, Pakistan is among the top 10 nations that are most vulnerable to climate change. The devastating floods of 2022, which submerged more than 10pc of the country, served as a stark reminder of how the Global South bears the brunt of a crisis driven by the industrialised world. Pakistan is obliged to take on more debt to recover from, and attempt to build resilience to, disasters caused by consumption patterns far away, perpetuating a cycle of dependency and vulnerability.In the face of its SDG financing gap, it is time to consider bold options.A six-year standstill on the Pakistan government’s external debt repayments would be one pragmatic and morally compelling solution. It would free up an estimated $108bn, providing the fiscal breathing room needed to invest in re-energising Agenda 2030 in Pakistan. With these resources, Pakistan could widen social safety nets, lifting an estimated 10m out of extreme poverty;reduce maternal and infant mortality; improve schoolenrolment rates; andinvest in climate resilience to protect millions from future shocks.Critics will argue that implementing a debt standstill is fraught with challenges. Multilateral creditors may resist, citing preferred creditor status. Bilateral lenders may be reluctant to create a precedent. Private creditors may fear losses on bonds.These concerns are valid, but not insurmountable. Indeed, the world came together during the Covid-19 crisis to implement not dissimilar debt standstills. Let us recognise that the remaining six-year window to deliver Agenda 2030 represents a crossroads that is equally perilous. And, of course, any debt standstill arrangement would require a robust governance framework be put in place to ensure that funds freed are transparently allocated to SDG priorities, with clear accountability mechanisms to ensure proper use.Short of a full standstill, a break on interest payments can also be considered. Other countries have also experimented with “debt for development swap” arrangements.The UN’s Pact for the Future provides a unique opportunity to align global priorities with the needs of vulnerable nations. Its call to mobilise resources comprehensively to galvanise progress towards achieving Agenda 2030 in this last six years must be heeded.Let Pakistan breathe. Let it invest in its people and its future. And let this moment mark the beginning of a new era of global solidarity, where no nation is left behind in the quest for sustainable development. We are on the final stretch for the SDGs. It is time to be bold.Mohamed Yahya is the United Nations resident and humanitarian coordinator in Pakistan.Bilal Azhar Kayani is a member of the National Assembly and the convener of the National Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs.Published in Dawn, December 21st, 2024, filtered_html
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13 November 2024
Pakistan’s Lady Health Workers: Offering a Lifeline of Health and Hope
As the sun rises over the desert of Tharparkar, the small village of Chehlar begins to wake up under a blistering sky. Despite the harsh heat, the people of Chehlar continue their daily routines. Parveen, 39, a mother of two, has already prepared a simple breakfast for her family and sent her daughters to school, which is miles away. Now, she gathers her materials, pamphlets, and tools for her session at the local health house.Today, in her role as a lady health worker, Parveen will meet with a group of women who have walked, some for over an hour along with their children, to address a diarrhea outbreak in the village. Poor sanitation and lack of clean water have made many sick, and there is a risk of acute malnutrition if the situation persists. Sitting in a circle in the stifling heat, the women listen attentively to Parveen.“It is important to wash hands frequently,” she advises. “If you don’t have access to clean water, boil it before drinking, and eat soft foods such as potatoes, boiled rice, and lentils to boost your immune system.” During the session, Parveen records the names of those needing further examination and prepares to refer them to the nearby health center for nutrition assistance. She then checks the children for malnutrition, using a simple tape measure around their upper arms. Today, an eight-month-old boy shows signs of severe undernourishment. His mother watches anxiously as Parveen gently reassures her, offering guidance on nutrition and registering the child for additional care.This is just one part of Parveen’s work. For 24 years, she has walked from home to home, teaching mothers how to prepare nutritious meals and reminding them about vaccinations.“At first, people didn’t trust me,” Parveen says. “But over time, they saw that I was here to help. Now they respect me, and they listen.”Lady health workers like Parveen are lifelines in their communities, bridging the gap between households and healthcare systems. They teach families essential health practices, guiding mothers on hygiene, and nutrition and preparing meals that improve family diets. Parveen’s expertise developed under the Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) Surge programme, equips her to assess malnutrition, monitor pregnant women, and coach new mothers.The CMAM Surge approach, launched in Umerkot in 2021 and now expanded to Tharparkar, strengthens health systems in regions with high malnutrition rates. Funded by the European Union and implemented by WFP and Concern Worldwide, the programme provides tools and training to health workers like Parveen, who help detect malnutrition and link communities to critical care. This model, embedded across 12 health centers, enables responsive, effective care during seasonal surges of malnutrition caused by poverty, limited clean water, and high vulnerability to infections and drought. Since Pakistan’s Lady Health Worker (LHW) was launched in 1994, it has empowered community health champions in underserved areas, setting a global standard for grassroots health. LHWs like Parveen are crucial in spotting malnutrition early and establishing reliable referral networks to ensure families get timely help, especially during crises. In the past year, Parveen has referred 180 malnutrition cases to the Basic Health Unit in Chehlar, providing each with dedicated follow-up.Prepared for any emergency, from floods to disease outbreaks, Parveen carries her essential health kit — fetoscope, measuring tape, weight scale — delivering accurate, prompt care wherever needed.“This new way of doing things has really improved the system,” Parveen says.She glances at the women still gathered around her, their faces reflecting the heat but also hope. “Now, when we send someone to the health facility, they know who to go to, and they get the right care. The link between us and the hospital is much stronger.”— — Anam Abbas , filtered_html
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09 October 2024
Safe drinking water remains unavailable to nearly half of the people living in Pakistan
Waterborne diseases, and the resulting loss of life, are widespread and further compounded by the scarcity of water testing and monitoring resources – crucial to safeguarding drinking water. Working together over the past three years, UNOPS, the Korea International Cooperation Agency and the government of Pakistan have upgraded 45 laboratories across the country. We had old equipment and didn’t have the right equipment. It used to take around a week to test a water sample. But now, thanks to the new equipment UNOPS and KOICA have provided, we can test water samples quickly and get the results in just a few hours: Farah Naz - Senior Research Officer, Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources, Islamabad Through the $4.5 million project, UNOPS procured and installed state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and upgraded the facilities of Public Health Engineering Departments, the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency and the Pakistan Council for Research in Water Resources to ensure safe environments that support efficiency. Capacity at the water testing labs was developed via training for the Ministry of Climate Change and the rollout of a management information system. Remote areas in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province have never had local water testing facilities. To address this challenge, eight vehicles were remodelled to serve as mobile testing laboratories. “These mobile laboratories can travel to remote areas where there are no facilities to test the water quality. They can collect samples and test the water for pollutants. UNOPS has also provided us with management information system software to help make our operations paperless and more efficient,” said Shahid Sohail Khan, Secretary Public Health and Engineering Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The project is set to benefit over 60 million people across Pakistan.Story: UNOPS Pakistan , filtered_html
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06 August 2024
Building a Future Free from Child Trafficking: A Collaborative Effort!
By working together, we can build a future where no child is subjected to the horrors of trafficking and every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe and supportive environment," emphasized Senator Ayesha Raza Farooq, Chairperson of the National Commission on Rights of Child (NCRC). "We have to act fast to ensure that no child is left behind," she added.In an unprecedented collaborative effort, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the Sustainable Social Development Organization (SSDO), alongside the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), came together to commemorate World Day against Trafficking in Persons 2024 in Islamabad. The event, held under the global theme “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking,” highlighted the collective commitment to protect children and reduce their vulnerability to trafficking.“Children are particularly vulnerable of trafficking for several reasons, including poverty, lack of access to education, humanitarian crises or lack of support networks”, said Uqbaan Khan, one of the student while talking to FIA in the margins of the commemoration of the TIP Day. Many passionate students from the National University of Moder-in Languages (NUML) Rawalpindi shared powerful messages to raise awareness. Their voices added a vibrant and inspiring dimension to the day's activities, emphasizing the urgency of protecting children from trafficking. https://fb.watch/tFBvdM8EIV/?mibextid=w8EBqM Approximately 100 participants from across Pakistan joined to discuss the urgent issue of child trafficking and emphasize the protection of children’s rights. Children represent a significant proportion of trafficking victims globally, with girls disproportionately affected. Rising inequalities and globalization have fueled complex trafficking networks, further exposing children to exploitation via online platforms.The event aimed to raise awareness about the prevalence and impact of child trafficking in Pakistan while highlighting the collaborative efforts of various organizations. National partners and stakeholders were recognized for their significant contributions to combating human trafficking.Ms Shahida Gilani read the message of UNODC Executive Director , “This year’s theme focuses on child victims, which have tripled over the past 15 years. According to UNODC’s data, globally, children account for one-third of trafficking victims, suffering unspeakable abuse.”While the Director ILO emphasized the urgent need to combat human trafficking, particularly its impact on children. “With 3.3 million children trafficked worldwide, it is crucial for state systems to adopt integrated approaches that prioritize child protection”, the Senior Programme Coordinator at IOM, highlighted the importance of stronger partnerships and improved migration management.The Executive Director of SSDO and the Head of Office at ICMPD both emphasized the need for a systematic approach to victim identification and support. They highlighted the importance of increased prosecutions, better labor inspections, and enhanced public awareness to effectively address and prevent trafficking. They also underscored the necessity of collaborative frameworks to combat human trafficking, with the ultimate goal of ensuring that no child falls through the cracks and that every child is protected from exploitation and harm.As the main stakeholders in the efforts by international agencies and civil society, government representatives Director General FIA Mr. Ahmad Ishaque Jahangir (PSP) and Abbas Ahsan, Additional Director General of FIA, spoke on the TIP Day. Director General FIA added, “Human trafficking, particularly child trafficking, is a serious human rights violation that demands our unwavering attention and action. Our work is significantly enhanced through collaboration with our esteemed partners.” And “Our society and law enforcement must acknowledge what constitutes trafficking, its prevalence in Pakistan, and its impact on children,” emphasized Additional Director General, underscoring the serious nature of child trafficking. , filtered_html
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06 March 2025
Media Update: United Nations Pakistan,5 March 2025
THE SECRETARY-GENERALMESSAGE FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR DISARMAMENT AND NON-PROLIFERATION AWARENESS5 March 2025Humanity’s future depends on investing in the machinery of peace, not the machinery of war.Yet global tensions are increasing, the nuclear threat is rising, and guardrails are eroding. Meanwhile, small arms and light weapons are proliferating, and rapidly evolving technologies like Artificial Intelligence and quantum computing are deepening the dangers.On this International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness, I urge leaders to strengthen the systems and tools that prevent the proliferation, testing and use of deadly weapons and live up to their disarmament obligations.I also call for a concerted effort in meeting the disarmament commitments contained in the recently adopted Pact for the Future. These commitments include working towards a world free of nuclear weapons, and new strategies to prevent the use of chemical and biological weapons, and to address the weaponization of outer space and the use of lethal autonomous weapons.It’s time for leaders to put words into action, and invest in disarmament solutions and the peaceful future every person deserves. ***UNICEFPRESS RELEASEUNICEF Statement on attack in Bannu, Khyber PakhtunkhwaIslamabad, March 5, 2025 - UNICEF strongly condemns yesterday’s horrific attack in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which claimed the lives of five children, the youngest a one-year-old boy, and injured several women and children.UNICEF expresses its heartfelt condolences to the grieving families and all those affected by this devastating attack during the holy month of Ramadan.How many more children need to die for sense to prevail? Children should be treasured and protected, instead they are trapped in cycles of violence.UNICEF calls for an end to this violence and for the fundamental rights of all children to be protected and upheld at all times.xxx About UNICEF
UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone.For more information about UNICEF’s work in Pakistan, visit: https://www.unicef.org/pakistan/For more information, please contact:Abdul Sami Malik, UNICEF Pakistan, +92 3008556654, asmalik@unicef.org, filtered_html
UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone.For more information about UNICEF’s work in Pakistan, visit: https://www.unicef.org/pakistan/For more information, please contact:Abdul Sami Malik, UNICEF Pakistan, +92 3008556654, asmalik@unicef.org, filtered_html
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05 March 2025
Media Update: United Nations Pakistan, 3 March 2025
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL MESSAGE FOR WORLD WILDLIFE DAY 3 March 2025 Humanity’s relationship with nature is at a tipping point.Our addiction to fossil fuels and unsustainable use of resources is driving ecosystems to collapse and species to extinction, while investments in biodiversity protection are dwindling.This is a recipe for disaster not only for nature, but for communities around the world counting on healthy ecosystems for their well-being and very survival.It’s time to choose another, smarter path. This year, World Wildlife Day highlights the need for conservation finance.Investing in healthy ecosystems is vital to providing clean air and water, regulating our climate, and supporting livelihoods.This requires mobilizing public and private resources to conserve wildlife and habitats; honouring financial commitments and supporting vulnerable countries where biodiversity is most at risk; reducing financial pressure from debt distress and climate shocks; developing innovative solutions like green and blue bonds;applying the United Nations’ Multidimensional Vulnerability Index to steer affordable financing; and ensuring that Indigenous Peoples and local communities — the first line of defense for our ecosystems — have equitable access to funds.The recently adopted Pact for the Future includes a revitalized commitment to halt and reverse global biodiversity loss by 2030.Getting there requires financing. Together, let’s invest in a future where nature and people thrive together. ***FAOPRESS RELEASEFAO drives climate resilience and sustainable water management with new Initiatives in Balochistan and SindhQuetta/Sujawal, March 3, 2025 – In a major step toward sustainable resource management, the Government of Balochistan has officially notified the Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) Policy 2024, developed with technical assistance from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and funded by the World Bank under the Balochistan Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project (BIWRMDP).The policy, along with the Balochistan Water Resources Management (WRM) Bill, establishes a legal framework to enhance institutional capacity, integrate surface and groundwater management, and promote gender-inclusive water governance. Dr. Robina Wahaj, Senior Land and Water Officer at FAO, emphasized, "This initiative aligns water management with climate adaptation strategies, ensuring a holistic approach to addressing governance challenges." Waleed Mahdi, FAO Balochistan’s Head of Office, called it “a milestone in sustainable and inclusive water governance.”Meanwhile, FAO has also launched the Building Resilience and Addressing Vulnerabilities to Emergencies (BRAVE) initiative in Sujawal, Sindh, aimed at strengthening climate resilience, improving food security, and supporting communities vulnerable to climate change. Funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and implemented in Sindh, Balochistan, and Punjab, BRAVE will reach 60 villages across three districts, benefiting approximately 9,000 households per district. The programme is led by IOM in collaboration with FAO, UNICEF, CARE International, ACTED, and Islamic Relief.During a key meeting in Sujawal, government officials, research institutions, and BRAVE partners launched the Extended Technical Working Group (TWG), which will drive climate-resilient interventions across agriculture, livestock, rangelands, forestry, renewable energy, and aquaculture. Mr. Abdul Karim Sangrasi, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Sujawal, called BRAVE “a pivotal step in building long-term resilience against climate change.”Mr. Julius Githinji Muchemi, FAO Sindh Head of Province, reaffirmed FAO’s commitment: “Through collaborative knowledge-sharing and innovative models, we aim to transform agrifood systems and improve the livelihoods of vulnerable communities.”Both initiatives highlight the critical need for integrated climate adaptation strategies to ensure water security, food resilience, and sustainable livelihoods in Pakistan’s most vulnerable regions., filtered_html
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27 February 2025
Media Update: United Nations Pakistan,24 February 2025
Canada and UNODC Strengthen Pakistan’s Security through Strategic Partnerships24 February 2025, Islamabad – With the financial support of the Government of Canada, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office Pakistan is working hand in hand with the Government of Pakistan to enhance security, law enforcement, and judicial systems. Through a series of strategic initiatives and high-level engagements in Karachi and Islamabad, this collaboration underscores the strong and enduring partnership between Pakistan, Canada, and the UNODC. Together, they are strengthening institutional capabilities to address emerging security threats and governance challenges effectively while promoting human rights and gender responsiveness through initiatives for law enforcement and criminal justice stakeholders.Handing over Ceremony of Advanced Body Scanners to Airports Security Force – KarachiIn a significant step toward strengthening Pakistan’s aviation security, UNODC and Government of Canada officially handed over one of several advanced 360-degree body scanners to the Pakistan Airports Security Force (ASF). These scanners, which would be installed at major airports, will enhance the screening processes of passengers, preventing the smuggling of illicit goods and strengthening border security.At the formal ceremony held at the ASF Center in Karachi, Major General Adnan Asif Jah Shad, Director General of ASF, received the equipment, highlighting its role in modernizing security operations. UNODC Country Representative Mr. Troels Vester stressed the long-term impact of this initiative, reaffirming UNODC and Canada’s commitment to Pakistan’s aviation security and border management.Her Excellency Leslie Scanlon, High Commissioner of Canada to Pakistan, emphasized the deep-rooted partnership between the two governments and the importance of global cooperation in tackling common security challenges.Inauguration of an eLearning Centre at CTD Sindh Police - KarachiUNODC and the Government of Canada, in collaboration with NACTA and Sindh Police, inaugurated an eLearning Centre at the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), Sindh Police.This facility provides law enforcement personnel with access to over 150 specialized training modules, covering critical topics such as: Counter-terrorism strategies, Cybercrime investigations and Prevention of violent extremismSpeaking at the event, Additional Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh, Mr. Muzaffar Ali Shaikh, stressed the pivotal role of digital learning in equipping law enforcement officers with essential investigative and operational skills. The High Commissioner of Canada acknowledged the contributions of Sindh Police in addressing the threats of terrorism in Karachi and emphasized on the importance of training front line officials to stay ahead of evolving security threats. Modernizing Pakistan’s Judicial System – Launch of the Case Assignment & Management System (CAMS) – Islamabad In Islamabad, UNODC, in partnership with the Ministry of Law and Justice of Pakistan and the Government of Canada, launched the Case Assignment & Management System (CAMS)—a transformative digital solution designed to modernize litigation management, streamline case tracking, and improve transparency in judicial processes.Key objectives of CAMS include: Enhancing efficiency in managing legal cases, strengthening coordination between government ministries and law officers, and ensuring timely case disposal and reducing administrative delays.The launch of CAMS marks a milestone in judicial governance, underscoring a shared commitment to leveraging technology for a more transparent and efficient legal system.During the launch ceremony the Prime Minster Honorable Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif mentioned that this was long overdue, and by making the system more efficient it would directly improve service delivery to citizens across the country.In her remarks Her Excellency the High Commissioner of Canada Ms. Leslie Scanlon said "it is an privilege to witness the launch of CAMS, a digital platform that reinforces strong legal governance and accountability. Canada is committed to supporting innovative solutions and by making procedures more transparent and efficient for the benefit of citizens. Having the honorable Prime Minister of Pakistan participate in the launch of this initiative showcases the commitment of the government in legal reforms and a paradigm shift towards institutionalizing e-office initiatives”. UNODC Country Representative Mr. Troels Vester highlighted that "today marks a historic milestone as we launch CAMS—an innovative tool that will enhance transparency and streamline legal processes across Pakistan. The presence of the Honorable Prime Minister at this launch underscores the critical importance of modernizing litigation management to ensure efficient governance and access to justice. This system embodies our commitment to modernizing government entities, ensuring accountability, and expediting case management."Ms. Erin Estey who was visiting from the Global Affairs Canada team in Ottawa participated in all the meetings and met with various project stakeholders to get a better understanding of the impact of ongoing technical assistance through various Canadian funded projects through UNODC to enhance the operational capacity of law enforcement and criminal justice stakeholders in preventing and countering terrorism, enhancing border management approaches across airports and disrupting illicit financial flows.For More Information:Rizwana Rahool, Communications Officer – +92 301-8564255
rizwana.rahool@un.org کینیڈا اور یو این او ڈی سی کی جانب سے سٹریٹجک پارٹنرشپس کے تحت پاکستان کی سلامتی مستحکم بنانے کے اقدامات 24 فروری 2025، اسلام آباد: کینیڈا حکومت کے مالی تعاون سے پاکستان میں اقوامِ متحدہ دفتر برائے انسدادِ منشیات و جرائم (یو این او ڈی سی)، حکومت پاکستان کے ساتھ مل کر سلامتی، نفاذِ قانون اور عدلیہ کے نظاموں کو بہتر بنانے کے لئے کام کر رہا ہے۔ اس اشتراک کے تحت سلسلہ وار کئی سٹریٹجک اقدامات کئے گئے ہیں جبکہ کراچی اور اسلام آباد میں اعلیٰ سطح کے اجلاسوں کا سلسلہ بھی جاری ہے جس سے پاکستان، کینیڈا اور یو این او ڈی سی کے درمیان مضبوط اور دیرپا پارٹنرشپ کی اہمیت اجاگر ہوتی ہے۔ اس سلسلے میں نہ صرف سلامتی کو درپیش ابھرتے ہوئے خطرات اور گورننس کی مشکلات کو دور کرنے کے لئے اداروں کی صلاحیتوں کو مستحکم بنایا جا رہا ہے بلکہ نفاذِ قانون اور فوجداری نظامِ انصاف کے متعلقہ فریقوں کے لئے شروع کئے گئے اقدامات کے ذریعے انسانی حقوق اور صنفی تقاضوں سے ہم آہنگ سرگرمیوں کو بھی فروغ دیا جا رہا ہے۔کراچی میں جدید ترین باڈی سکینرز، ایئرپورٹس سکیورٹی فورس کے حوالے کرنے کی تقریبپاکستان میں ایوی ایشن سکیورٹی کو مزید مستحکم بنانے کے لئے یو این او ڈی سی اور کینیڈا حکومت کی جانب سے پاکستان ایئرپورٹس سکیورٹی فورس (اے ایس ایف) کو جدید ترین خطوط پر تیار کئے گئے -360 ڈگری باڈی سکینرز دئیے جا رہے ہیں جن میں سے پہلا سکینر اے ایس ایف کے حوالے کر دیا گیا ہے۔ یہ سکینرز بڑے ایئرپورٹس پر لگائے جائیں گے جن کی بدولت مسافروں کی سکریننگ کی کارروائی میں بہتری آئے گی، ممنوعہ اشیاء کی سمگلنگ کی روک تھام ہو گی اور سرحدی سلامتی مستحکم ہو گی۔ اس سلسلے میں ایک باقاعدہ تقریب اے ایس ایف سنٹر کراچی میں منعقد ہوئی جس کے دوران ڈائریکٹر جنرل اے ایس ایف میجر جنرل عدنان آصف جاہ شاد نے سکینر وصول کیا۔ اس موقع پر انہوں نے سکیورٹی سرگرمیوں کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے کے لئے اس سکینر کی اہمیت پر روشنی ڈالی۔ یو این او ڈی سی کے کنٹری ریپریزنٹیٹو جناب ٹروئلز ویسٹر نے اس اقدام کے دوررس اثرات پر اظہار خیال کرتے ہوئے یو این او ڈی سی اور کینیڈا حکومت کے اس عزم کا اعادہ کیا کہ پاکستان کی ایوی ایشن سکیورٹی اور سرحدی انتظامی امور میں بہتری کے لئے ہر ممکن معاونت فراہم کی جائے گی۔پاکستان میں کینیڈا کی ہائی کمشنر، ہر ایکسیلنسی لیزلی سکینلون نے دونوں حکومتوں کے درمیان گہرے تعلقات اور مشترکہ سکیورٹی مشکلات سے نمٹنے کے لئے عالمی تعاون کی اہمیت پر زور دیا۔کراچی میں محکمہ انسدادِ دہشت گردی سندھ پولیس میں ای لرننگ سنٹر کا افتتاحیو این او ڈی سی اور کینیڈا حکومت نے نیکٹا اور سندھ پولیس کے اشتراک سے محکمہ انسداد دہشت گردی (سی ٹی ڈی) سندھ پولیس میں ای لرننگ سنٹر کا افتتاح کر دیا ہے۔ اس سہولت کی بدولت قانون نافذ کرنے والے اداروں کا عملہ 150 سے زائد خصوصی طور پر تیار کئے گئے تربیتی ماڈیولز تک رسائی حاصل کر سکتا ہے جن میں انسداد دہشت گردی کی حکمت عملیوں، سائبر کرائم کی تحقیقات اور پرتشدد انتہاپسندی کی روک تھام سمیت کئی اہم موضوعات کا احاطہ کیا گیا ہے۔اس موقع پر اظہار خیال کرتے ہوئے آڈیشنل انسپکٹر جنرل پولیس سندھ جناب مظفر علی شیخ نے قانون نافذ کرنے والے اداروں کے عملے میں تحقیقات اور آپریشنز کی لازمی مہارتیں پیدا کرنے میں ڈیجیٹل لرننگ کے کلیدی کردار پر زور دیا۔ ہائی کمشنر کینیڈا نے کراچی میں دہشت گردی کے خطرات کو دور کرنے کے لئے سندھ پولیس کی خدمات کو سراہا اور ابھرتے ہوئے سکیورٹی خطرات کو پیش نظر رکھتے ہوئے فرنٹ لائن افسران اور عملے کی تربیت کی اہمیت پر زور دیا۔پاکستان میں عدلیہ کے نظام کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے کی سرگرمیاں – اسلام آباد میں کیس اسائنمنٹ اینڈ مینجمنٹ سسٹم (کیمز) کا اجراءیو این او ڈی سی نے وزارت قانون و انصاف پاکستان اور کینیڈا حکومت کے اشتراک سے اسلام آباد میں کیس اسائنمنٹ اینڈ مینجمنٹ سسٹم (کیمز) کا آغاز کر دیا ہے۔ اس سسٹم کی بدولت قانونی کارروائی سے متعلق امور کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے، کیس ٹریکنگ کو آسان بنانے اور عدلیہ کی سرگرمیوں کو زیادہ شفاف بنانے میں مدد ملے گی۔کیمز کے بنیادی مقاصد میں مقدمات سے متعلق امور کو بہتر طریقے سے انجام دینا، حکومتی وزارتوں اور لاء آفیسرز کے درمیان کوآرڈینیشن کو مستحکم بنانا، مقدمات بروقت نمٹانا اور انتظامی تاخیر میں کمی لانا ہے۔ کیمز کا آغاز عدلیہ کی گورننس سے متعلق امور کو بہتر بنانے کے لئے ایک سنگ میل کی حیثیت رکھتا ہے اور نظام قانون کو زیادہ شفاف اور فعال بنانے کے لئے ٹیکنالوجی کے استعمال کے مشترکہ عزم کی عکاسی کرتا ہے۔تقریب اجراء کے دوران اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے وزیر اعظم جناب محمد شہباز شریف نے کہا کہ اس کا اجراء بہت پہلے ہو جانا چاہئے تھا اور سسٹم کو زیادہ فعال بنانے سے ملک بھر میں شہریوں کو خدمات کی فراہمی میں براہ راست بہتری آئے گی۔ہائی کمشنر کینیڈا مس لیزلی سکینلون نے کہا کہ کیمز کی تقریب اجراء میں شرکت میرے لئے انتہائی مسرت کا باعث ہے۔ انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ یہ ڈیجیٹل پلیٹ فارم شعبہ قانون کی گورننس اور احتسابی عمل کو مزید مضبوط بنانے میں انتہائی اہم کردار ادا کرے گا۔ ہائی کمشنر نے کہا کہ کینیڈا جدت آمیز ٹیکنالوجی کو بروئے کار لانے اور ضابطے کی کارروائیوں کو زیادہ شفاف اور فعال بنانے میں مدد دینے کے لئے پرعزم ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ وزیراعظم پاکستان کی اس تقریب اجراء میں شرکت قانونی اصلاحات پر حکومت کے پختہ عزم اور ای آفس کی سرگرمیوں کو باقاعدہ شکل دینے پر مبنی سوچ کی عکاسی کرتی ہے۔یو این او ڈی سی کے کنٹری ریپریزنٹیٹو جناب ٹروئلز ویسٹر نے کہا کہ آج کیمز کا اجراء ایک تاریخی سنگ میل کی حیثیت رکھتا ہے۔ اس جدت آمیز سہولت کی بدولت پاکستان بھر میں شعبہ قانون کی سرگرمیوں کو سہل اور شفاف بنانے میں مدد ملے گی۔ انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ اس تقریب میں جناب وزیراعظم پاکستان کی شرکت ظاہر کرتی ہے کہ گورننس کو فعال اور نظام انصاف تک رسائی یقینی بنانے کے لئے حکومت اس شعبے کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے میں کس قدر دلچسپی لے رہی ہے۔اوٹاوا کے گلوبل افیئرز کینیڈا کی جانب سے پاکستان کے دورے پر آئی ہوئی مس ایرن ایسٹی نے پاکستان میں دہشت گردی کی روک تھام اور قلع قمع، سرحدی انتظامی امور میں بہتری اور غیرقانونی مالی سرگرمیوں کو روکنے کے لئے نفاذ قانون اور فوجداری نظام انصاف کے متعلقہ فریقوں کی آپریشنل استعداد میں بہتری کے لئے یو این او ڈی سی کے ذریعے کینیڈا کے مالی تعاون سے کام کرنے والے مختلف منصوبوں سے متعلق اجلاسوں میں شرکت کی اور تمام متعلقہ فریقوں سے ملاقاتیں کیں۔مزید معلومات کے لئے:رضوانہ راہول، کمیونیکیشنز آفیسر،+92 301-8564255
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rizwana.rahool@un.org کینیڈا اور یو این او ڈی سی کی جانب سے سٹریٹجک پارٹنرشپس کے تحت پاکستان کی سلامتی مستحکم بنانے کے اقدامات 24 فروری 2025، اسلام آباد: کینیڈا حکومت کے مالی تعاون سے پاکستان میں اقوامِ متحدہ دفتر برائے انسدادِ منشیات و جرائم (یو این او ڈی سی)، حکومت پاکستان کے ساتھ مل کر سلامتی، نفاذِ قانون اور عدلیہ کے نظاموں کو بہتر بنانے کے لئے کام کر رہا ہے۔ اس اشتراک کے تحت سلسلہ وار کئی سٹریٹجک اقدامات کئے گئے ہیں جبکہ کراچی اور اسلام آباد میں اعلیٰ سطح کے اجلاسوں کا سلسلہ بھی جاری ہے جس سے پاکستان، کینیڈا اور یو این او ڈی سی کے درمیان مضبوط اور دیرپا پارٹنرشپ کی اہمیت اجاگر ہوتی ہے۔ اس سلسلے میں نہ صرف سلامتی کو درپیش ابھرتے ہوئے خطرات اور گورننس کی مشکلات کو دور کرنے کے لئے اداروں کی صلاحیتوں کو مستحکم بنایا جا رہا ہے بلکہ نفاذِ قانون اور فوجداری نظامِ انصاف کے متعلقہ فریقوں کے لئے شروع کئے گئے اقدامات کے ذریعے انسانی حقوق اور صنفی تقاضوں سے ہم آہنگ سرگرمیوں کو بھی فروغ دیا جا رہا ہے۔کراچی میں جدید ترین باڈی سکینرز، ایئرپورٹس سکیورٹی فورس کے حوالے کرنے کی تقریبپاکستان میں ایوی ایشن سکیورٹی کو مزید مستحکم بنانے کے لئے یو این او ڈی سی اور کینیڈا حکومت کی جانب سے پاکستان ایئرپورٹس سکیورٹی فورس (اے ایس ایف) کو جدید ترین خطوط پر تیار کئے گئے -360 ڈگری باڈی سکینرز دئیے جا رہے ہیں جن میں سے پہلا سکینر اے ایس ایف کے حوالے کر دیا گیا ہے۔ یہ سکینرز بڑے ایئرپورٹس پر لگائے جائیں گے جن کی بدولت مسافروں کی سکریننگ کی کارروائی میں بہتری آئے گی، ممنوعہ اشیاء کی سمگلنگ کی روک تھام ہو گی اور سرحدی سلامتی مستحکم ہو گی۔ اس سلسلے میں ایک باقاعدہ تقریب اے ایس ایف سنٹر کراچی میں منعقد ہوئی جس کے دوران ڈائریکٹر جنرل اے ایس ایف میجر جنرل عدنان آصف جاہ شاد نے سکینر وصول کیا۔ اس موقع پر انہوں نے سکیورٹی سرگرمیوں کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے کے لئے اس سکینر کی اہمیت پر روشنی ڈالی۔ یو این او ڈی سی کے کنٹری ریپریزنٹیٹو جناب ٹروئلز ویسٹر نے اس اقدام کے دوررس اثرات پر اظہار خیال کرتے ہوئے یو این او ڈی سی اور کینیڈا حکومت کے اس عزم کا اعادہ کیا کہ پاکستان کی ایوی ایشن سکیورٹی اور سرحدی انتظامی امور میں بہتری کے لئے ہر ممکن معاونت فراہم کی جائے گی۔پاکستان میں کینیڈا کی ہائی کمشنر، ہر ایکسیلنسی لیزلی سکینلون نے دونوں حکومتوں کے درمیان گہرے تعلقات اور مشترکہ سکیورٹی مشکلات سے نمٹنے کے لئے عالمی تعاون کی اہمیت پر زور دیا۔کراچی میں محکمہ انسدادِ دہشت گردی سندھ پولیس میں ای لرننگ سنٹر کا افتتاحیو این او ڈی سی اور کینیڈا حکومت نے نیکٹا اور سندھ پولیس کے اشتراک سے محکمہ انسداد دہشت گردی (سی ٹی ڈی) سندھ پولیس میں ای لرننگ سنٹر کا افتتاح کر دیا ہے۔ اس سہولت کی بدولت قانون نافذ کرنے والے اداروں کا عملہ 150 سے زائد خصوصی طور پر تیار کئے گئے تربیتی ماڈیولز تک رسائی حاصل کر سکتا ہے جن میں انسداد دہشت گردی کی حکمت عملیوں، سائبر کرائم کی تحقیقات اور پرتشدد انتہاپسندی کی روک تھام سمیت کئی اہم موضوعات کا احاطہ کیا گیا ہے۔اس موقع پر اظہار خیال کرتے ہوئے آڈیشنل انسپکٹر جنرل پولیس سندھ جناب مظفر علی شیخ نے قانون نافذ کرنے والے اداروں کے عملے میں تحقیقات اور آپریشنز کی لازمی مہارتیں پیدا کرنے میں ڈیجیٹل لرننگ کے کلیدی کردار پر زور دیا۔ ہائی کمشنر کینیڈا نے کراچی میں دہشت گردی کے خطرات کو دور کرنے کے لئے سندھ پولیس کی خدمات کو سراہا اور ابھرتے ہوئے سکیورٹی خطرات کو پیش نظر رکھتے ہوئے فرنٹ لائن افسران اور عملے کی تربیت کی اہمیت پر زور دیا۔پاکستان میں عدلیہ کے نظام کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے کی سرگرمیاں – اسلام آباد میں کیس اسائنمنٹ اینڈ مینجمنٹ سسٹم (کیمز) کا اجراءیو این او ڈی سی نے وزارت قانون و انصاف پاکستان اور کینیڈا حکومت کے اشتراک سے اسلام آباد میں کیس اسائنمنٹ اینڈ مینجمنٹ سسٹم (کیمز) کا آغاز کر دیا ہے۔ اس سسٹم کی بدولت قانونی کارروائی سے متعلق امور کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے، کیس ٹریکنگ کو آسان بنانے اور عدلیہ کی سرگرمیوں کو زیادہ شفاف بنانے میں مدد ملے گی۔کیمز کے بنیادی مقاصد میں مقدمات سے متعلق امور کو بہتر طریقے سے انجام دینا، حکومتی وزارتوں اور لاء آفیسرز کے درمیان کوآرڈینیشن کو مستحکم بنانا، مقدمات بروقت نمٹانا اور انتظامی تاخیر میں کمی لانا ہے۔ کیمز کا آغاز عدلیہ کی گورننس سے متعلق امور کو بہتر بنانے کے لئے ایک سنگ میل کی حیثیت رکھتا ہے اور نظام قانون کو زیادہ شفاف اور فعال بنانے کے لئے ٹیکنالوجی کے استعمال کے مشترکہ عزم کی عکاسی کرتا ہے۔تقریب اجراء کے دوران اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے وزیر اعظم جناب محمد شہباز شریف نے کہا کہ اس کا اجراء بہت پہلے ہو جانا چاہئے تھا اور سسٹم کو زیادہ فعال بنانے سے ملک بھر میں شہریوں کو خدمات کی فراہمی میں براہ راست بہتری آئے گی۔ہائی کمشنر کینیڈا مس لیزلی سکینلون نے کہا کہ کیمز کی تقریب اجراء میں شرکت میرے لئے انتہائی مسرت کا باعث ہے۔ انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ یہ ڈیجیٹل پلیٹ فارم شعبہ قانون کی گورننس اور احتسابی عمل کو مزید مضبوط بنانے میں انتہائی اہم کردار ادا کرے گا۔ ہائی کمشنر نے کہا کہ کینیڈا جدت آمیز ٹیکنالوجی کو بروئے کار لانے اور ضابطے کی کارروائیوں کو زیادہ شفاف اور فعال بنانے میں مدد دینے کے لئے پرعزم ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ وزیراعظم پاکستان کی اس تقریب اجراء میں شرکت قانونی اصلاحات پر حکومت کے پختہ عزم اور ای آفس کی سرگرمیوں کو باقاعدہ شکل دینے پر مبنی سوچ کی عکاسی کرتی ہے۔یو این او ڈی سی کے کنٹری ریپریزنٹیٹو جناب ٹروئلز ویسٹر نے کہا کہ آج کیمز کا اجراء ایک تاریخی سنگ میل کی حیثیت رکھتا ہے۔ اس جدت آمیز سہولت کی بدولت پاکستان بھر میں شعبہ قانون کی سرگرمیوں کو سہل اور شفاف بنانے میں مدد ملے گی۔ انہوں نے مزید کہا کہ اس تقریب میں جناب وزیراعظم پاکستان کی شرکت ظاہر کرتی ہے کہ گورننس کو فعال اور نظام انصاف تک رسائی یقینی بنانے کے لئے حکومت اس شعبے کو جدید خطوط پر استوار کرنے میں کس قدر دلچسپی لے رہی ہے۔اوٹاوا کے گلوبل افیئرز کینیڈا کی جانب سے پاکستان کے دورے پر آئی ہوئی مس ایرن ایسٹی نے پاکستان میں دہشت گردی کی روک تھام اور قلع قمع، سرحدی انتظامی امور میں بہتری اور غیرقانونی مالی سرگرمیوں کو روکنے کے لئے نفاذ قانون اور فوجداری نظام انصاف کے متعلقہ فریقوں کی آپریشنل استعداد میں بہتری کے لئے یو این او ڈی سی کے ذریعے کینیڈا کے مالی تعاون سے کام کرنے والے مختلف منصوبوں سے متعلق اجلاسوں میں شرکت کی اور تمام متعلقہ فریقوں سے ملاقاتیں کیں۔مزید معلومات کے لئے:رضوانہ راہول، کمیونیکیشنز آفیسر،+92 301-8564255
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Media Update: United Nations Pakistan, 22 February 2025
IOM Leads Consortium to Launch Climate Resilience and Humanitarian Response Programme in Pakistan Islamabad, 18 February - The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW), CARE International, and the Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (Acted) convened an inception workshop to formally launch the Climate Resilience and Humanitarian Response (CRHR) programme in Pakistan.Supported by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) of the Government of the United Kingdom, the CRHR Programme (2024-2028) is a key component of FCDO’s national Building Resilience and Addressing Vulnerabilities to Emergencies (BRAVE) programme in Pakistan.Pakistan faces severe challenges from the escalating impacts of climate change, ranking 8th on the 2021 Climate Risk Index and 24th on the 2023 Inform Index, highlighting its extreme vulnerability to climate and environmental-related disasters such as floods, heatwaves, earthquakes, and droughts.The CRHR-BRAVE consortium led by IOM, in collaboration with two other UN agencies (UNICEF and FAO) and three international NGOs (ACTED, IRW, and CARE), aims to strengthen disaster preparedness, humanitarian response capacities, and long-term climate resilience in Pakistan’s most vulnerable regions. The consortium is committed to implementing scalable, climate-resilient interventions in Sindh, Balochistan, and Punjab—three provinces severely impacted by natural hazards and climate change.During her welcome remarks, Mio Sato, Chief of Mission, IOM Pakistan, emphasized the growing climate challenges in Pakistan. “As the impacts of climate change are unfortunately projected to increase in Pakistan, there is a pressing need for sustained support to Pakistan to address the gaps in climate resilience capabilities by focusing on strengthening Pakistan's Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation capacities, particularly at the local levels where the needs are greatest and investments lack behind.”The workshop brought together representatives from FCDO, the Government of Pakistan’s Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (MoPD & SI), the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC), the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), the National Commission for Status of Women, the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF), the Provincial Planning & Development Departments, and Provincial Disaster Management Authorities.Senior Joint Secretary Muhammad Farooq from MoCC shared the ministry’s commitment to prioritizing climate change adaptation, with a focus on water resource management, agriculture, and disaster preparedness. “International collaboration and capacity building are key priorities in addressing climate change challenges. MoCC seeks support in strengthening resilience through data, research, and policy development, and the BRAVE project will contribute significantly to these efforts.”The inception workshop brought stakeholders together to align on the CRHR-BRAVE project’s objectives, implementation framework, and coordination mechanisms. Through interactive discussions, it fostered dialogue on risk identification and mitigation strategies, establishing a solid foundation for effective collaboration.Over the next three and a half years, the CRHR project will focus on three key outcomes:1. Addressing the immediate humanitarian needs of those most acutely affected by natural hazards in Pakistan.2. Delivering high-impact solutions that will build the resilience of communities at the forefront of climate change.3. Strengthening the capacity of national and local systems that can contribute to the long-term climate resilience of Pakistan._____________________________________________________For further information, please contactIOM, Laetitia Vaval, lvaval@iom.int , filtered_html
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Media Update: United Nations Pakistan, 11 February 2025
Islamabad, 11 February 2025 - The Government of Pakistan, through the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFE&PT) and the Pakistan Institute of Education (PIE), in collaboration with UNESCO in Pakistan launched the Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG-4) Midterm Review (MTR) Report at Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad. The report provides a comprehensive assessment of Pakistan’s progress, challenges, and the path forward in ensuring quality, inclusive, and equitable education for all by 2030.The event marked a significant milestone with the official launch of the SDG-4 MTR Report, led by Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives. Welcoming the participants, Mr. Hassan Saqlain, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, commended UNESCO for guiding the SDG-4 MTR process. He underscored the importance of collective efforts in implementing the MTR recommendations to drive meaningful transformation in Pakistan’s education sector.The event commenced with an opening note delivered by Mr. Kar Hung Antony Tam, Officer-in-Charge of the UNESCO Office in Pakistan. In his remarks, Mr. Tam reaffirmed UNESCO’s steadfast commitment to bolstering Pakistan’s education sector by aligning national policies with global standards. As UNESCO being the custodian of SDG-4, he emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to accelerate progress of achieving SDG-4, close the gaps, and ensure that no child is left behind.In his address as the chief guest, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, emphasized the need for greater investment and enhanced governance in the education sector. He highlighted the significance of the SDG-4 MTR report, which offers concrete recommendations to improve education sector performance in alignment with the 2030 Education Agenda. He stressed the importance of a unified, data-driven approach to bridging regional disparities and accelerating progress towards SDG-4. The Minister also underscored the critical role of a knowledge economy in driving sustainable development, innovation, and global competitiveness, emphasizing that a well-educated workforce is fundamental to economic growth and national prosperity.Dr. Muhammad Shahid Soroya, Director General, PIE, took the stage to present key findings from the SDG-4 MTR Report, offering a comprehensive overview of Pakistan’s progress in the education sector. His presentation shed light on the nation’s achievements, persistent challenges, and strategic recommendations needed to accelerate momentum towards achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The findings underscored the necessity for policy reforms, increased investment, and targeted interventions to bridge gaps in access, equity, and quality of education.Ms. Raheela Hamed Khan Durrani, Education Minister Balochistan, reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to expanding education access, promoting equity, and ensuring high-quality learning opportunities for learners in Balochistan. In her address, she underscored the government's dedication to advancing educational reforms, strengthening institutional capacity, and fostering public-private partnerships to achieve the objectives of SDG-4 in the province.Education representatives from Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir shared insights into their respective education sector initiatives. Their discussions underscored localized challenges, innovative practices, and policy strategies which aimed at enhancing education indicators. The exchange of experiences highlighted the significance of a decentralized, context-specific approach to achieving SDG-4 targets across Pakistan. They emphasized the need to establish SDG-4 units in all provinces and regions, following Sindh’s model, to ensure coordinated efforts towards sustainable education development.The SDG-4 MTR Report will provide recommendations and guidance for the Government of Pakistan to work towards the acceleration of progress in education by 2030.About UNESCOWith 194 Member States, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization contributes to peace and security by leading multilateral cooperation on education, science, culture, communication and information. Headquartered in Paris, UNESCO has offices in 54 countries and employs over 2300 people. UNESCO oversees more than 2000 World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves and Global Geoparks; networks of Creative, Learning, Inclusive and Sustainable Cities; and over 13 000 associated schools, university chairs, training and research institutions., filtered_html
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