Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Saturday held a special meeting with the Pakistani Kashmiri community in the United Kingdom, and explained the government\u2019s development agenda, \u2018Uraan Pakistan.\u2019<\/p>\n
He emphasized the need for Pakistan to reclaim its civilizational greatness through knowledge and technology, underscoring the importance of policy continuity, economic stability, and equipping the youth with modern skills, said a news release.<\/p>\n
Highlighting the four fundamental principles of successful nations\u2014law and order, policy consistency, economic stability, and continuous reforms\u2014Professor Iqbal said that past initiatives such as \u2018Vision 2010\u2019 and \u2018Vision 2025\u2019 fell victim to instability.<\/p>\n
However, the \u2018Uraan Pakistan\u2019 initiative is now adopting a long-term and sustainable strategy to ensure progress. Citing China\u2019s example, he stressed that 40 years of stable policies have propelled it to economic success, and Pakistan must similarly safeguard its development plans from political disruptions.<\/p>\n
Under \u2018Uraan Pakistan,\u2019 the government is actively working on a strategy to increase exports to $100 billion by 2029 while prioritizing the promotion of advanced technology to combat climate change.<\/p>\n
Several initiatives are underway to increase female workforce participation by 50% and equip the youth with digital skills, aiming to transform Pakistan into a modern, developed, and self-sufficient economy.<\/p>\n
He urged overseas Pakistanis to pursue higher education and acquire cutting-edge expertise, as their achievements play a crucial role in the country\u2019s stability and growth.<\/p>\n
The government is developing a comprehensive strategy to engage overseas Pakistanis in national development through digital platforms, he added.<\/p>\n
He said increasing exports is not just about strengthening the economy but also about creating employment opportunities for youth, empowering women economically, and enhancing the country\u2019s resilience to climate challenges.<\/p>\n
He reiterated that the \u2018Uraan Pakistan\u2019 vision is a holistic approach to transforming Pakistan into an export-driven economy, a technology-enabled society, and a climate-resilient nation.<\/p>\n
The government remains committed to mobilizing both global partnerships and local resources to achieve sustainable development, with overseas Pakistanis playing a pivotal role in this endeavor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Saturday held a special meeting with the Pakistani Kashmiri community in the United Kingdom, and explained the government\u2019s development agenda, \u2018Uraan Pakistan.\u2019 He emphasized the need for Pakistan to reclaim its civilizational greatness through knowledge and technology, underscoring the importance of policy continuity, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":458925,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-458915","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business"},"yoast_head":"\n