UNDP partners with Pakistan’s sectors for sustainable development

January 27, 2025 (MLN): The ongoing initiatives and collaborations of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with both the public and private sectors in Pakistan aim to drive sustainable development and enhance Pakistan’s resilience to climate change.

Additionally, these efforts are focused on fostering long-term social and economic progress in the country, according to the press release issued today.

This discussion took place during a meeting between the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, and Dr. Samuel Rizk, the Resident Representative of UNDP in Pakistan, at the Finance Division.

During the meeting, Dr. Rizk provided an overview of UNDP’s diverse initiatives across multiple sectors.

These include social development, climate resiliency, energy transition, and digital transformation.

Additionally, Dr. Rizk highlighted efforts to improve efficiency within the public sector.

Senator Aurangzeb stressed that these initiatives will complement UNDP’s work in Pakistan and align with the government’s long-term objectives.

He further acknowledged the importance of these initiatives and emphasized the need for well-structured, investable, and bankable projects that are monitored and reported according to international standards.

He underlined that the success of such projects depends on proper planning, transparent reporting, and alignment with the country’s overarching development goals.

The finance minister also expressed his appreciation for the technical and financial support being provided by UNDP in priority sectors.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to fostering inclusive and sustainable growth, with a particular focus on addressing key challenges such as population growth, stunting, and climate change.

He emphasized that these areas are central to the government’s broader strategy for socio-economic development.

Senator Aurangzeb further highlighted the recently signed 10-year country partnership program between Pakistan and the World Bank.

This program aims to promote inclusive and sustainable growth by building human capital and fostering durable private sector growth.

Additionally, the program focuses on enhancing the country’s economic, social, and environmental resilience.

Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration and partnership to address the critical development challenges facing Pakistan.

This includes particular focus on areas such as climate change, social development, and public sector efficiency.

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