New York, 1 October 2022 (TDI): Pakistan welcomed progress towards the implementation of the Copenhagen Declaration and the Programme of Action via coordinated national, regional, as well as a global action.
Counselor of Pakistan’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Saima Saleem delivered a national statement by Pakistan on welcoming the progress of the declaration.
The statement was delivered during the third committee meeting of the 77th United Nations General Assembly, which was held on 30th September 2022.
Furthermore, Pakistan also showed concerns about the World Summit for Social Development’s delayed and unequal progress.
Pakistan welcomes the progress towards the full implementation of #Copenhagen Declaration & the Programme of Action thru concerted action at national, regional, & global levels. However, concerned on the slow & uneven progress on World Summit for Social Development. #3rdCommittee pic.twitter.com/W8FYtFy6Fh
— Permanent Mission of Pakistan to UN, NY (@PakistanUN_NY) September 30, 2022
National Statement of Pakistan
Counselor Saima Shaheen stated, “The social contract enunciated by Islam is based on the principles of equity, inclusion, social justice, human rights, and fundamental human needs of all.
As an Islamic country, the government of Pakistan continues to take legal policy and administrative measures for creating an inclusive welfare society where no one is left behind.
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Our people-centered social development programs offer a comprehensive framework to generate economic growth, achieve social justice, reduce poverty, protect human rights and strengthen governance.
Some of the initiatives include Benazir Income Support Program to provide social protection to 8 million women. Shelter homes for the needy for lodging and food. Health coverage for the poor through health care to provide health services free of cost.
Youth Employment Program is aimed at empowering youth and enhancing their employment opportunities. Micro-credit schemes targeted subsidies to farmers for seed and pesticides among others.
The COVID-19 pandemic has reversed decades of progress in social development. Leaving millions of people behind especially in developing countries. Eroding the capacity of governments to realize their 2030 agenda.
And achieve sustainable development goals for an inclusive and resilient recovery from the pandemic.
The principles and commitments made at the World Summit for Social Development remain valid. They are central to addressing emerging global challenges.
Pakistan welcomes the progress towards the fulfillment and implementation of the Copenhagen declaration and program of action through concerted actions at the national, regional, and global levels.
However, it is concerning that 20 years after the World Summit for Social Development progress has been slow. It has suffered a major reversal due to the pandemic.”
