Newly appointed Federal Minister for @PlanComPakistan (Planning, Development and Special Initiatives) Mr. Sami Saeed arrived in the ministry earlier this morning, formally assumed the charge. Secretary MPDSI Syed Zafar Ali Shah received the honorable minister and briefed him on the ongoing development and strategic initiatives of the ministry, Public Sector Development Program (PSDP), Annual Plan, China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Special Investment Facilitation Center (SIFC) and 5Es Framework.
🇵🇰 Celebrating 76th #IndependenceDay! 🎉
We proudly announce Dr. Nadeem Javaid (@nadeemjavaid75), Chief Economist of Pakistan, as a distinguished recipient of #SITARAeIMTIAZ for his remarkable contributions as a technocrat in public service.
A true inspiration! 🏆🌟
The highest share of the PSDP 2023-24 is allocated to Balochistan (Rs. 132 billion) and KhyberPakhtunkhawa (Rs. 128 billion) showing the past Government's keenness to resolve issues despite financial challenges.
I am most indebted to Economists & Planners Group, Planning Commission for their memorable reception to bid me farewell this morning, after expiry of our government’s term. They are a pool of dedicated professionals with whom I have had a long experience of working in my 3 tenures at Ministry of Planning & Development. Thank you very much for all the support & work done in the last sixteen months. @PlanComPakistan
iPAS, together with the Geo-Spatial Technology Cell and SDSS, will strengthen the Ministry's capacity to drive development initiatives and strategic decision-making in a more agile and informed manner.
#iPAS#Automation
جناب احسن اقبال نے کہا کہ حکومت نے نوجوانوں کےلیے امریکہ کے ساتھ پی ایچ ڈی سکالرشپ پروگرام شروع کیا۔اس کا مقصد 10,000 پی ایچ ڈی سکالرز تیار کرنا تھا۔بدقسمتی سے حکومت کی تبدیلی سے منصوبے پر کام بھی سست روی کا شکار ہوگیا۔اسی طرح برطانیہ کے ساتھ بھی علم کی رسائی کا پروگرام شروع کیا
پرفارمنس آڈٹ فریم ورک کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئےوفاقی وزیر جناب احسن اقبال کا کہنا تھا کہ تعلیم کا راستہ کامیابی اور زندگی میں ترقی کرنے کا واحد راستہ ہے۔انڈسٹری اکیڈیمیا ربط سے گریجوایٹس کا معیار روزگار کے تقاضوں کے مطابق بنانے میں مدد ملے گی
#PerformanceAuditFramework
While it may not be the moment for jubilation as we still have a long way to go, the strides made by the federal government @GovtofPakistan in the past 16 months are noteworthy. Despite the trying circumstances, the government's unrelenting dedication has led to a remarkable transformation. With a whopping ₨2,790 billion allocated to national development, we've paved the way for prosperity. Kudos to everyone in the team, who burned the midnight oil for our nation.
Some highlights:
- Federal PSDP surged by 109%.
- Balochistan's allocation exceeded Punjab's.
- Ex Fata received ₨57 billion.
- Gilgit-Baltistan and AJK secured ₨61 billion.
- Major boosts in funding for youth, women, and vital programs.
- Notable focus on education, innovation, and skill development.
- Launch of groundbreaking initiatives to empower women and drive growth.
Credit goes to Prime Minister @CMShehbaz, whose unwavering commitment to progress of this country, youth development and wellbeing of a common man, has been unparalleled. His tireless dedication and support for his team's resources and environment enabled these achievements. His leadership made these milestones possible. Special acknowledgment must be attributed to the visionary leadership of @betterpakistan. His strategic acumen, as evidenced by the numerous initiatives highlighted in the attached 16-month report, has made a pivotal difference. Under his guidance, the Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives in particular has achieved several noteworthy milestones as the establishment of technology centers, governance innovation lab, Ba-Ikhtiyar Naujwan Program, Champions of Reforms, Young Development Fellows Program any many others.
Let's remember our journey from a struggling economy to preventing an IMF default. Our collective efforts prove that crises can be opportunities for transformation. Let's continue to thrive and build a brighter future for Pakistan.
Govt. ensured maximum youth focused initiatives including increase in Higher Education Commission budget, to get benefits for the progress of Pakistan: Prof. Ahsan Iqbal
Vision 2025 was finalized taking all stakeholders onboard to ensure the continuity in implementation of a strategic plan for better Pakistan: Prof. Ahsan Iqbal
Strategic planning is a must for the bright future of #Pakistan and without the political stability achievement of strategic goals is almost impossible.
#5EsFramework
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal stressed that rise of national population ratio poses a significant challenge. To surmount it, nurturing capabilities and global competitiveness becomes paramount, ensuring our stake in the global market.
#CatalystForGrowth#NC4SG
Addressing the launching ceremony of #NC4SG Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal said that despite a population dip post-1980, recent census data reveals a notable uptick. This economy-population ratio poses a significant challenge for economic growth
#CatalystForGrowth#5EsFramework
Minister Iqbal inaugurates #SeeratCenter for #Gender Studies & #RightsforWomen with 7 Chairs;
1 Leadership & Governance
2 Human Rights & Social Justice
3 Bizness Commerce & Property Rights
4 Edu & Knowledge
5 Social Justice & Welfare
6 Global Peace
7 GenderStudies & WomenRights
The University of Lahore, YPDC-UOL Chapter in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, YPDC Pakistan, has launched a nationwide competition focusing on 5 key themes, aligning with the 5Es framework, critical for the development of Pakistan
"ہمارے فیصلوں کے ساتھ ہماری تقدیر جڑی ہے۔ نوجوان ٹیکنالوجی کا مثبت استعمال کریں۔ گوگل، ایم آئی ٹی، سٹینفورڈ اور کئی بڑی یونیورسٹ��ں نے نوجوانوں کے لیے فری آن لائن کورسس شروع کیے ہیں، طلبا ٹیکنالوجی کے میسر علم سے مستفید ہوں" وفاقی وزیر جناب احسن اقبال
#5EsFramework #E_Pakistan
حکومت معاشی میدان میں خواتین کی شراکت داری دو گنا سے زیادہ بڑھانے پر اقدامات لے رہی ہے۔ دنیا میں ترقی یافتہ ممالک میں %50 سے زیادہ خواتین کی آبادی ورک فورس میں شامل ہوتی ہے۔ پاکستان میں یہ شرح فی الحال %22 تک ہے۔ وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کا طلبا سے لیپ ٹاپ تقسیم کی تقریب سے خطاب