The 2nd Provincial Steering Committee meeting of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework was held today under the co-chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary Planning and Development Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Ikramullah Khan, and UN Provincial Program Team Chair, Dr Babar Alam.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders from the government, UN agencies, and development partners to review progress, discuss challenges, and chart future directions for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
During the meeting, the participants reviewed the implementation status of ongoing projects and initiatives, identified areas for improvement, and agreed on a way forward to accelerate progress towards achieving the SDGs. The Additional Chief Secretary emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts and effective implementation to achieve the SDGs. He also highlighted the need for innovative solutions, partnerships, and data-driven decision-making to drive sustainable development in the province.
The Additional Chief Secretary noted that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is highly vulnerable to climate change and working on resilient infrastructure is the need of the hour. He also emphasized that the liaison and communication between the government and UN agencies are significant and will bring fruitful results.
