A meeting with team of GIZ regarding Adaptive Social Protection Program held at Planning and Development Department.
The meeting was chaired by Secretary Planning and Development Department, Mr. Shahidullah Khan, and attended by the Director General Sustainable Development Unit (SDU), PD SPRU, representatives from relevant sections, and team from GIZ.
During the meeting, the Secretary was briefed on the various activities underway as part of the program.
The Secretary emphasized the need for workable solutions, a comprehensive database to identify gaps, innovative approaches to ensure social protection and employment opportunities at the doorstep.
A meeting was held with a delegation from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary, Mr. Syed Imtiaz Hussain Shah. Director General of the Sustainable Development Unit (SDU) and representative from the IDS section also attended the meeting.
The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation. The Additional Chief Secretary emphasized the importance of initiatives that provide youth with opportunities to showcase their innovative ideas.
Key areas of discussion also included climate financing, entrepreneurship, and current initiatives in tourism.