Farkhund Yousafzai
Islamabad, 12 August 2024 (TDI): United Nations Resident Coordinator (UNRC) Mohamed Yahya on Monday called on Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema and discussed matters of mutual interest.
The meeting was held in Prime Minister’s house and was also attended by the senior officers of Economic Affairs Division.
During the meeting, Ahad Cheema expressed gratitude for the important contributions of the UN Country Team in helping Pakistan to mitigate the catastroping effects of the 2022 floods caused by climate change.
He appreciated their efforts and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to building a climate-resilient Pakistan.
They also discussed the ongoing and future collaboration under the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-2027, which underlines the strategic partnership between Pakistan and the UN.
Meeting between Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and United Nations Resident Coordinator (UNRC) in Prime Minister House Islamabad on Monday 12th August, 2024. For complete detail visit https://t.co/KNRhOfq9Tq#UnitedNations #Pakistan #UNRC pic.twitter.com/dGCcv2QrK1
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The framework focuses on key areas such as gender equality and women’s empowerment, basic social services, climate change and the environment, sustainable inclusive economic growth and decent work and governance.
It was stressed that maintaining regular communication is necessary for monitoring the progress of United Nations initiatives and addressing any emerging challenges promptly.
The minister expressed satisfaction on the establishment of the Federal and Provincial Oversight committees under the UNSDCF with the hope that these will be instrumental in providing the required strategic direction and overseeing functions on all five outcomes.
The UNRC reaffirmed the UN agencies’ ongoing technical support in key areas, which the minister appreciated.
The meeting ended on a cordial and positive note, reflecting the productive and strong relationship between Pakistan and the United Nations.
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