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Pakistan-UK Knowledge Corridor: Major Ecosystem of Innovation in Higher Education; Pakistani Universities to Follow Quality Assurance Standards to Achieve Global Excellence

25 April 2024

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal held a meeting with a delegation led by Mr. Steve Smith, the UK Government's International Education Champion, along with officials of the British High Commission, including County Director Pakistan, James Hampson, and Jo Moir, Director of Development, British High...


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Pakistan Embraces Digital Revolution: Ensuring Digital Access as a Fundamental Right; National Centers of Excellence Drive Tech Innovation: Ahsan Iqbal

23 April 2024

The digital revolution is reshaping societies worldwide, and Pakistan is poised to emerge as a frontrunner in this transformative journey. Minister Ahsan Iqbal underscored the pivotal role of digitalization in shaping Pakistan's future, emphasizing the proactive engagement of the country's yout...


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Pakistan Aims to Reach $3 Trillion Economy by 2047; Calls for Enhanced Public-Private Collaboration and Streamlined Regulatory Framework: Ahsan Iqbal

23 April 2024

Pakistan is poised to achieve a $3 trillion economy by 2047, bolstered by a targeted growth rate of 9%. Minister Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the current opportune moment for international investments in Pakistan, highlighting significant commitments from China and Saudi Arabia. Leveraging productivi...


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Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal to receive APO, Meritorious, Distinguished Award next month in Khaula Lumpur

13 April 2024

Federal Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal to formally receive the Asian Productivity Organization (APO), Meritorious and Distinguished Award 2024 during the 66th session of the APO Governing Body to be held in Kuala Lumpur next month for his inspir...


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پاکستان کو اس وقت معاشی لانگ مارچ کی ضرورت ہے وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

20 March 2024

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسراحسن اقبال کا کہنا ہے کہ پاکستان کو اس وقت ایک معاشی لانگ مارچ کی ضرورت ہے ماضی میں اسکو ملک کو تباہی کی طرف دھکیل دیا گیا ہے جس سے مل...


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The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 2 development projects with a cost of Rs.7.87 billion after the detail discussion.

15 March 2024

The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 2 development projects with a cost of Rs.7.87 billion after the detail discussion. Additional Secretary Planning, Members Planning Commission MoPD&SI, senior officials from Federal Ministr...


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وزارت منصوبہ بندی کا 5 ایز فریم ورک پر عملدرآمد تیز،

14 March 2024

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال کی زیرصدارت اہم اجلاس ، 5 آیز فریم ورک پر عملدرآمد کیلئے کوشیش تیز اسٹیک ہولڈرز ورکشاپ منعقد کروانے ...


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Ahsan Iqbal reviews progress of National Centers of emerging technologies at NUST

13 March 2024

The newly-appointed Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday visited at the National Center of Artificial Intelligence of National University of Science and Technology (NUST) to review the progress of the NCAI and other national centers ...


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ملکی موجودہ اور مستقبل کے چیلنجز کا مقابلہ کرنے کیلئے منصوبہ بندی کمیشن کی استعداد میں بہتری لانے کا فیصلہ

13 March 2024

موجودہ اور مستقبل کے چیلنجز کا مقابلہ کرنے کیلئے منصوبہ بندی کمیشن کی استعداد کار میں بہتری لانے کا فیصلہ، فیصلے کی رو سے نجی شعبے، تحقیق، شعبہ جات کے ماہرین، صنع...


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New Govt Gears Up Efforts to Start Work on 5 New Economic Corridors

13 March 2024

Soon after the formation of the elected government, progress on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), particularly the five new economic corridors, including the Corridor of Job Creation, Innovation, Green Energy, and Inclusive Regional Development, has been expedited. The newly-appointe...


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12 March 2024

Following his official assumption of the portfolio of the Ministry of Planning and Development, Federal Minister Prof Ahsan Iqbal addressed the media on March 12, 2024 shedding light on the government's priorities and laying out a comprehensive roadmap for the nation's economic future. I...


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CDWP Recommends Rs. 23.8 Billion Project for Automated Indus Basin Irrigation System

6 February 2024

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) was convened on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, under the chairmanship of Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Dr. Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan. The CDWP discussed vital projects related to the energy, transport and communication, and water resource sectors. Th...


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The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 1 development project with a cost of Rs.2 billion & recommended 3 projects worth Rs. 136.660 billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration.

1 February 2024

The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 1 development project with a cost of Rs.2 billion & recommended 3 projects worth Rs. 136.660 billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further considerati...


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Third oversight board meeting to review Post-Flood Recovery activites held

30 January 2024

The 3rd meeting of the Policy & Strategy Committee/Oversight Board for Post-Flood Resilient, Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) was held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of the caretaker Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Sa...


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NPMC reviews prices of essential commodities

16 January 2024

The Caretaker Minister for Planning development & Special initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the National Price Monitoring Committee (NPMC) to review the prices of essential commodities. The meeting was attended by the representatives of M/o NFS&R, M/o Commerce...


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The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 1 development project with a cost of Rs.45.69 million & recommended 3 projects worth Rs. 358.810 billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration.

4 January 2024

The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 1 development project with a cost of Rs.45.69 million & recommended 3 projects worth Rs. 358.810 billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further conside...


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NEC Sub Committee on SDGs holds 4th meeting to review progress and challenges

4 January 2024

The 4th meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) Sub Committee on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was held on January 4, 2024 under the chairmanship of the caretaker Federal Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives Mr. Muhammad Sami Saeed. The meeting reviewed the ...


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Caretaker Federal Minister Muhammad Sami Saeed Hosts China’s Chamber of Commerce Delegation, Emphasizes Investment Avenues:

2 January 2024

A high-profile business delegation, led by Mr. Li Ting, Chairman of the Chang Chinag Chamber of Commerce, China met with Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed, in Islamabad on Tuesday. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss potential collaborat...


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CDWP gave go-ahead to 6 projects worth Rs. 83.39bn

27 December 2023

The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 4 development projects with a cost of Rs.11.15bn & recommended 2 projects worth Rs.72.240bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. Se...


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The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, International Growth Center (IGC) and Consortium for Development Policy Research (CDPR) hosted a seminar in Islamabad

21 December 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, International Growth Center (IGC) and Consortium for Development Policy Research (CDPR) hosted a seminar in Islamabad today featuring Dr. Sadiq Khan, Vice Chairman of the Policy Research Institute of Bangladesh. The event, organized by...


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Minister appreciates for holding successful BRI Forum 2023

21 November 2023

Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong called on Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed on Tuesday and discussed progress on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The Planning Minister facilitated Chinese leadership for the successful holding ...


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نگراں وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیرصدارت P3A بورڈ آف ڈائریکٹرز کا 32واں اجلاس

17 November 2023

نگراں وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات۔ محمد سمیع سعید کی زیرصدارت پبلک پرائیویٹ پارٹنرشپ اتھارٹی (P3A) کے بورڈ آف ڈائریکٹرز کا 32ویں اجلاس جمعہ کو منق...


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Director Development BHC meets with Planning Minister

14 November 2023

A two-member delegation led by Jo Moir, Director Development at British High Commission Islamabad called on Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed on Tuesday. During the meeting, two sides exchanged views on the existing portfolio for Pakistan an...


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Planning Minister gets briefing C-PIMA

13 November 2023

The caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed was briefed on Public Investment Management Assessment (PIMA) and Climate-PIMA, and suggested action plan by International Monetary Fund IMF. The briefing was given during a meeting chaired by the Plan...


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Pakistan unveils National Climate Finance Strategy, establishes SFB

12 November 2023

Keeping in view the challenges of climate change, the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives unveiled a comprehensive blueprint for tackling climate change while enhancing sustainable development under the National Climate Change Policy (NCCP). ...


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Minister for expediting Climate resilient projects

8 November 2023

The Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed on Tuesday chaired a meeting to review progress on Climate Change projects while directing the concerned3 section to expedite the implementation process of the climate resilient projects. The meeting was...


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نگراں وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیرصدارت سی پیک کے تحت جاری ترقیاتی منصوبوں میں پیشرفت کا جائزہ منصوبوں پر کام تیز کرنے کی ہدایت

7 November 2023

بیجنگ میں منعقد ہونے والے تیسرے بیلٹ اینڈ روڈ (بی آر آئی) فورم 2023 کے کامیاب انعقاد کے بعد، نگران وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، محمد سمیع سعید نے من...


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Pakistan successfully secures approximately $3b, approves 21 development projects for flood-affected areas under 4RF framework

5 November 2023

Since the launch of Resilient, Recovery, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (4RF) framework launched by the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) successfully approved 21 development projects worth $3billion for flood-affected areas ...


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CDWP gave go-ahead to Nine projects worth Rs. 224bn

3 November 2023

The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 5 development projects with a cost of Rs 10.022bn & recommended 4 project, worth Rs. 213.86bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. ...


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نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیرصدارت نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا اجلاس اشیاء خوردنوش کی قیمتوں کا جائزہ

2 November 2023

نگراں وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، محمد سمیع سعید کی زیرصدارت نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا اجلاس جمرات کو منقعد ہوا جسمیں اشیائے خوردنوش کی ق...


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NPMC reviews prices of essential commodities

2 November 2023

The National Price Monitoring Committee (NPMC) reviewed the prices of essential commodities on Thursday and expressed satisfaction over stabilization of prices of essential items. The Committee directed the relevant stakeholders to keep vigilant eye on food prices to provide relief to the commo...


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Food Program, Planning Ministry joins hands to address malnutrition in children

2 November 2023

United Nation’s World Food Program and Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives joined hands to address issues related to malnutrition in children and emergency response for flood affectees. The development came during a meeting between caretaker Minister for Planning Developme...


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Planning Ministry gears up efforts to implement Agri-focused projects

29 October 2023

Keeping in view the importance of the agriculture sector which is already on the top list of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives geared up efforts to implement the projects related to agriculture sector. In the current...


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CWDP approved and recommended seven development projects worth Rs 71.8 billion

26 October 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting held under the Chairmanship of Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Jahanzeb Khan, has given the approval to five development projects, with a total cost of Rs 11.7 billion. Two projects of Rs total cost Rs. 60 Billion were recommended to ...


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Pakistan, China Firms Sign MoU for $1.5B Investment in Petroleum Sector

18 October 2023

The United Energy Group of China and Pakistan Refinery Limited on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a $1.5 billion investment in the petroleum sector. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and Federal Energy Minister Muhammad Ali witnessed the ceremony. The ...


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BRI Plays Pivotal Role in Fostering Regional Economic Development, says Sami Saeed

17 October 2023

Caretaker Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Sami Saeed has highlighted Pakistan's national pride in being a significant contributor to the success of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and emphasized its pivotal role in fostering regional connectivity and economic develop...


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World Bank Loan Not in Jeopardy, Pledges Exceed Requirement

14 October 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives of Pakistan has issued a statement that the World Bank loan amounting to US$400 million for flood relief is not in jeopardy and that pledges made by donors exceed the requirement. The PDSI has clarified that as per the financing agre...


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The 2nd meeting of Policy & Strategy Committee/Oversight Board on post flood Resilient, Recovery, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) activities

13 October 2023

The 2nd meeting of Policy & Strategy Committee/Oversight Board on post flood Resilient, Recovery, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) activities was held under the chairmanship of the caretaker Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed her...


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Second phase of CPEC in full swing: Sami Saeed Chinese envoy appreciates Pakistan’s efforts in implementing CPEC projects

12 October 2023

The Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed said that the second phase of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is in full swing as the interim government is committed to implement the development projects in letter and spirt. The Minister m...


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Dr. Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, delivered a compelling address at the inaugural GB Investment Roadshow

12 October 2023

Dr. Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, delivered a compelling address at the inaugural GB Investment Roadshow organized by Rupani Development Initiatives in Islamabad. The prestigious event brought together esteemed dignitaries, ambassadors, members of the Federal Cabi...


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نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی سمیع سعید کی چا ئنا انرجی انٹرنیشنل گروپ لمیٹڈ کے جنرل منیجر مسٹر وانگ ہوہیا سے ملاقات

11 October 2023

نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی سمیع سعید کی چا ئنا انرجی انٹرنیشنل گروپ لمیٹڈ کے جنرل منیجر مسٹر وانگ ہوہیا سے ملاقات ملاقات میں دوطرفہ تعلقات اور توانائی کے شعبے کے حو...


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Chinese envoy meets with Planning Minister

9 October 2023

Caretaker Minister for Planning and Development Sami Saeed has reiterated Pakistan's commitment to accelerate the implementation of projects under China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). ...


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Tackling climate change requires collective effort: Sami Saeed

9 October 2023

The Caretaker Planning Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed called for coordinated and collective global efforts to counter the climate crisis. The government, civil society and international partners must join hands to tackle climate crisis through a co...


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وزیر اعظم آزاد جموں و کشمیر چوہدری انوار الحق کی قائم مقام وزیر منصوبہ بندی سمیع سعید سے ملاقات

6 October 2023

وزیر اعظم آزاد جموں و کشمیر چوہدری انوار الحق کی قائم مقام وزیر منصوبہ بندی سمیع سعید سے ملاقات ملاقات میں سیکرٹری وزارت منصوبہ بندی اویس منظور سمرا ، ممبر انفر...


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Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives reaffirms Pakistan's commitment to fast-tracking CPEC projects;

6 October 2023

The Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Sami Saeed, has reaffirmed the Government of Pakistan's commitment to fast-tracking the ongoing projects of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). He made these remarks during a meeting with the Chairman of China Overseas Por...


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Country Director World Bank, Njay Benhassine called on Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed

5 October 2023

Country Director World Bank, Njay Benhassine called on Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed on Thursday to discuss the progress and implementation projects for rehabilitation and reconstruction in the flood effected areas. Secretary Awais Manzur ...


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Planning Ministry expedites implementation of development projects being executed in flood-affected areas

5 October 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives has expedited the implementation of development projects being executed in flood-affected area of the country under Resilient, Recovery, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction framework (4RF) as the second meeting of Federal Steering Committee...


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Planning Minister Sami Saeed meets Chairman State Committee on Urban Planning & Architecture, Azerbaijan

1 October 2023

Pakistan and Azerbaijan join hands for a Climate Resilient and Sustainable Urban Planning keeping in view the real challenges faced by the region. Both the countries have joined hands during a meeting between Caretaker Planning Minister for Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Sa...


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Planning Minister Sami Saeed participates in second Azerbaijan National Urban Forum  

30 September 2023

The Caretaker Planning Minister for Development & Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for territorial integrity and Sovereignty of Azerbaijan while highlighting the importance of the long-standing economic cooperation and friendship between the two countries...


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Clarification of Misgivings and Misperceptions on CPEC

28 September 2023

Recent news articles have claimed that China does not want to expand the scope of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). These claims are factually incorrect and misleading. China and Pakistan are committed to expanding the scope of CPEC to include new areas of cooperation, such as wat...


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Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, chaired a progress review meeting on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

28 September 2023

Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, chaired a progress review meeting on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The meeting, held on today at Ministry of Planning, addressed the key areas of interventions as well as progress on vital goals set during the last...


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5th Executive Cte Mtg (2nd Session)

27 September 2023

Special Investment Facilitation Council resumed the proceedings of 5th Executive Committee Meeting on 27 September 2023; 2nd session was conducted to review progress of remaining ministries regarding improving business environment in the country and macro-economic stability. The meeting was cha...


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نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی سمیع سعید کا 4RF فریم ورک پر عمل درآمد کا جائزہ، متعلقہ حکام کو سیلاب سے متاثرہ علاقوں پر جاری منصوبوں کو جلد مکمل کرنے کی ہدایت

6 September 2023

اسلام آباد نگراں وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات سمیع سعید نے فور آر ایف فریم ورک کے حوالے سے تفصیلی جائزہ اجلاس کی صدارت کی اجلاس میں پلاننگ کمیشن ک...


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Ensuring ease of doing business govt’s top priority: Sami Saeed Chairs sub-committee on Proposed Law of Pakistan Business Portal”

5 September 2023

The caretaker Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed reiterated that the interim government is committed to provide avenues for the ease of doing business in the country while directing the relevant miniseries to play their effective role in the implementati...


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نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی محمد سمیع سعید کی زیر صدارت نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کااجلاس

1 September 2023

نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی محمد سمیع سعید کی زیر صدارت نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کااجلاس افراط زر کے دباو کا جائزہ لینے کے لئے نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی ...


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سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ کا این ڈی آر ایم ایف کی جانب سے منعقدہ سیمینار سے خطاب

31 August 2023

سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ کا این ڈی آر ایم ایف کی جانب سے منعقدہ سیمینار سے خطاب وزارت منصوبہ بندی نے اپنے منسلک محکمہ این ڈی آر یم ایف کے ذریعے پاکستان بھر...


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نگران وزیر منصوبہ بندی سمیع سعید کی نئے تعینات ہونے والے ایرانی سفیر رضا امیری مغدام سے ملاقات دو طرفہ امور پر تبادلہ خیا

30 August 2023

پاکستان میں نئے تعینات ہونے والے ایرانی سفیر، رضا امیری مغدام نے نگران وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی، ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، سمیع سعید سے ملاقات کی ملاقات میں چیف اکان...


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نگران وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی محمد سمیع سعید کی زیر صدارت تعلیم ، صحت کے منصوبوں اور پائیدار ترقی کے اہداف حاصل کرنے پر ہونے والی پیش رفت کا جائزہ اجلاس

29 August 2023

نگران وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی محمد سمیع سعید کی زیر صدارت تعلیم ، صحت کے منصوبوں اور پائیدار ترقی کے اہداف حاصل کرنے پر ہونے والی پیش رفت کا جائزہ اجلاس آ...


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Journey to progress and Development pivoted on adhering to the principles of good governance in institutions and system: Sami Saeed

28 August 2023

A review meeting on governance-related issues was chaired by the caretaker Federal Minister for Planning and Development Muhammad Sami Saeed Today in Islamabad . Officials from Governance Section of the Ministry of Planning and Development participated in the meeting. The Minister str...


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Addressing Pakistan's Trade Deficit: Unraveling Factors Influencing Export Competitiveness

27 August 2023

In a recent address to a group of journalists, Dr. Nadeem ul Haque, Vice Chancellor, and Dr. Durre Nayab, Pro Vice Chancellor, shed light on the pressing issue of Pakistan's widening trade deficit, emphasizing the critical role of export competitiveness in the country's economic landscape. D...


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حکومت موسمیاتی لچکدار پالیسیاں اپنانے میں بھرپور اقدامات آٹھا رہی ہے، سیکرٹری وزارت منصوبہ بندی وزارت سید ظفر علی شاہ

24 August 2023

سیکرٹری وزارت برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، سید ظفر علی شاہ نے جمعرات کو نیشنل ڈیزاسٹر رسک مینجمنٹ فنڈ (این ڈی آر ایم ایف) کی کارکردگی اور ان کی اہم سرگ...


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“Inclusion of underprivileged classes in the development process is pivotal for progress ”: Muhammad Sami Saeed

24 August 2023

The Caretaker Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed chaired a meeting to review the progress of initiatives taken in social sector today in Islamabad. In the meeting, the Member Social Sector , Mr. Rafiullah Kakar explained the substantial initiat...


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Infrastructure Projects play crucial role in improving connectivity and in meeting the challenges posed by Climate change and Water scarcity: Sami Saeed

23 August 2023

Caretaker Federal Minister Muhammad Sami Saeed convened performance review meetings on the functions of infrastructure development and Monitoring & Evaluation Wings. In the meeting, Mr. Waqas Anwar, Member Infrastructure delivered a detailed overview of projects spanning diverse sectors in tra...


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Caretaker Minister Muhammad Sami Saeed Vows to Vigorously maintain and step up Momentum of CPEC Projects

22 August 2023

Caretaker Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Mr. Muhammad Sami Saeed, led a comprehensive meeting today to review the progress made in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects. Dr. Nadeem Javaid, Chief Economist and Head of CPEC, provided an in-depth ov...


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Muhammad Saeed Sami assumes charge as caretaker Planning Minister

18 August 2023

Muhammad Sami Saeed, a retired bureaucrat, on Thursday assumed charge as the caretaker Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, marking a significant development in the country’s economic landscape. The Caretaker Federal Minister has an extensive experience in Plannin...


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وفاقی وزیرمنصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے وینچر کیپیٹل فنڈ کا افتتاح کردیا

9 August 2023

وفاقی وزیرمنصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے وینچر کیپیٹل فنڈ کا افتتاح کردیا وینچر کیپیٹل فنڈ کا مقصد پاکستان میں سرمایہ کاری کے فروغ کے لیے ایک سازگار ما...


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Ahsan Iqbal launches 16-month performance report, highlighting ministry’s achievements

9 August 2023

While proudly presenting the 16- month ‘achievements’ of the Ministry for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal said that the country stands on its feet with dignity through progress in a just short span of time. The launching ceremony of “Performance report o...


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قائد اعظم یونیورسٹی میں ساڑھے گیارہ ارب روپے کی لاگت کےتین منصوبوں کا سنگ بنیاد رکھ دیا گیا ہے، ہمیں پاکستان کو آگے لیکر جانا ہے، احسن اقبال

4 August 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی ، اصلاحات و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ قائد اعظم یونیورسٹی میں ساڑھے گیارہ ارب روپے کی لاگت کےتین منصوبوں چائنا ...


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ہم نے ایک سال کی قلیل مدت میں معیشت کو تباہی کے دہانے پر پہنچنے سے بچایا، پروفیسر احسن اقبال

4 August 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ بصارت، مشاہدہ اور عقل کے استعمال سے ہم اپنا کھویا ہوا مقام حاصل کر سکتے ہیں، بیت الحکمہ ایک ایسا ادارہ...


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akistan Launches Landmark Out of School Children Fund to Ensure Quality Education for All Children Professor Ahsan lqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives launched the National Challenge Fund to Address Out of School Children (00SC) Crisis in Pakistan.

4 August 2023

Pakistan Launches Landmark Out of School Children Fund to Ensure Quality Education for All Children Professor Ahsan lqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives launched the National Challenge Fund to Address Out of School Children (00SC) Crisis in Pakistan. Addressi...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا پاکستان انسٹیٹیوٹ آف ڈیولپمنٹ اکنامکس کی نئی عمارت کے سنگ بنیاد کے موقع پر خطاب

4 August 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا پاکستان انسٹیٹیوٹ آف ڈیولپمنٹ اکنامکس کی نئی عمارت کے سنگ بنیاد کے موقع پر خطاب پائیڈ کےمستقل گھر کی بنیاد ر...


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Ahsan Iqbal unveils ERC to transform education sector, ensure sustainable development

3 August 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday unveiled a momentous Education Research Commission (ERC) to revolutionize the country’s education system, ensure inclusive and sustainable national development. Chairing a meeting of the comm...


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Ahsan Iqbal Urges International Development Partners to Prioritize Support for Climate Disaster-Hit Countries like Pakistan

3 August 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has urged the International Development partners to prioritize support for climate disaster-hit countries like Pakistan. The Minister urged the international development partners during an Islamic Relief Nati...


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67th Meeting of National Logistics Board held

3 August 2023

The 67th meeting of the National Logistics Board (NLB) was held on Thursday. Chaired by Chairman NLB, the honourable Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (PDSI), Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, the meeting was attended by other members of the apex logistics body. Lieut...


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Innovation, creativity, vital for progress: Ahsan Iqbal

1 August 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Tuesday formally launched three centres of excellence __ which include National Center for Manufacturing (NCM), National Centre for Quantum Computing (NCQC) and National Center for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (NCNN). The formal l...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا مانیٹرنگ اینڈ ایویلیوشن ایپ کا افتتاح

1 August 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کا اسلام آباد میں مانیٹرنگ اور ایویلیوشن ایپ کا باقاعدہ افتتاح، مانیٹرنگ اور ایویلیوشن ایپ حکومت کے تمام منصوبوں کو مانیٹر کرے ...


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Pakistan, China signs six MoUs to boost further economic cooperation during Vice-Premier He Lifeng’s visit

31 July 2023

Under the 10 –year celebrations of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Pakistan and China on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoUs) to enhance further bilateral cooperation and to promote strong economic ties between the two brotherly countries. The MoUs were signed during a ...


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High-level visit from China, a part of Celebrations

30 July 2023

The government has received an overwhelming response over 10 year celebrations of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) across the country particularly after the two-day international conference held in the capital last week which brought together the esteemed participants with diverse expert...


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PGF 2023 Adopts Resolution for Implementation of STAR

28 July 2023

The two-day Pakistan Governance Forum 2023 (PGF), organized by the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, has adopted a resolution calling for the immediate implementation of the Stable, Transparent, Agile, and Responsible (STAR) Governance system in the country. The re...


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Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal launches “National Multisectoral Nutrition to Reduce Stunting & Other Forms of Malnutrition” worth Rs8.5b under Pakistan Nutrition Initiatives

26 July 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Wednesday formally launched “National Multisectoral Nutrition to Reduce Stunting & Other Forms of Malnutrition” worth Rs. 8.5 billion under Pakistan Nutrition Initiatives (PANI).   The formal launched was held at the Plannin...


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بہتر گورننس کے لئے بیوروکریٹس کی انفرادی صلاحیت کو اجتماعی صلاحیت میں ڈھالنا ہو گا،وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کا پاکستان گورننس فورم کی تقریب سے خطاب

26 July 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ ملک کی ترقی میں حکومتی اداروں اور شہریوں کے مابین شراکت داری ایک اہم جزو ہے،بہتر گورننس کے لئے بیوروک...


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ای کامرس میں ہنر یافتہ نوجوان معاشی خود انحصاری حاصل کر کے ملک کی ترقی میں معاون کردار ادا کر سکتے ہیں، پروفیسر احسن اقبال

26 July 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ ای کامرس میں ہنر یافتہ نوجوان معاشی خود انحصاری حاصل کر کے ملک کی ترقی میں معاون کردار ادا کر سکتے ہی...


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PGForum 2023 concludes with reiteration to significantly enhance governance practices while addressing the key issues of the country

26 July 2023

A two-day Pakistan Governance Forum 2023 concluded with reiteration to significantly enhance governance practices while addressing the key issues faced by the country and to ensure the implementation for a Stable, Transparent, Agile and Responsible (STAR) governance system. The two-day event w...


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Pakistan Governance Forum 2023 kicks off with aim to develop roadmap for stable, transparent governance system

25 July 2023

The much-awaited two-day Pakistan Governance Forum 2023 started on Tuesday to develop a roadmap for a stable, transparent, Agile and Responsible (STAR) governance system in the country. The two-day event, being held under a landmark initiative of 'Turnaround Pakistan', is anticipated to serve ...


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Two –day International moot concludes with aim to further expand, accelerate CPEC

25 July 2023

The two-day International conference, organized by the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of China, concluded on Tuesday amid to continue to implement the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for the country’s prosperity...


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“CPEC from vision to reality”: Two-day international conference kicks off to mark 10 –year celebrations

24 July 2023

The two-day International conference, organized by the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives in collaboration with Embassy of the Republic of China, kicked off on Monday with the theme “Decade of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) & Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) from visi...


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_10 –year celebrations of CPEC_ Two-day International conference on CPEC kicks off

23 July 2023

A two –day International Conference on “Decade of China Pakistan Economic Corridor CPEC & Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) from vision to reality kicked off today to mark the 10- year celebration of CPEC. ...


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Implementation on CPEC projects, is a success of govt: Ahsan Iqbal

20 July 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal held a meeting with Chinese Charge d’ Affairs Ms. Pang Chunxue on Thursday. The meeting was attended by the Additional Secretary Ministry of Planning, Chief Economist of Pakistan, who is also Project Director...


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CDWP Grants Approval to 3 Projects Worth Rs. 9.41 Billion and Recommended 7 Projects Worth Rs. 1064 Billion to ECNEC

18 July 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved 10 development projects with a total cost of Rs. 1,073.41 billion during its meeting chaired by Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal. Out of these, 3 projects worth Rs. 9.41 billion have been appr...


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پاکستان انوویشن فنڈ کے تحت نوجوان انویٹرز، انٹرپرینیورز کو 5 سے 20 ملین کی گرانٹ جاری

13 July 2023

وزارت منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت نے پاکستان انوویشن فنڈ (پی آئی ایف) کے تحت پاکستانی نوجوان انویٹرز اور انٹرپرینیورز کو باضابطہ طور پر 5 سے 20 م...


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Pakistan, China agree to to accelerate implementation on ML-I, SEZs

11 July 2023

Pakistan and China has agreed to fast-track the implementation of ML-1and Special Economic Zones SEZs so that projects can be executed timely. The agreement was reached between Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal and Chairman, National Development ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا گلوبل فورم کے انڈسٹریلائیزیشن اور ڈیجیٹل پینل سے خطاب

10 July 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا گلوبل فورم کے انڈسٹریلائیزیشن اور ڈیجیٹل پینل سے خطاب ڈیجیٹل اور صنعتی انقلاب نے دنیا کی تاریخ پر دور رس اثر...


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Digital economy vital for sustainable development: Ahsan Iqbal

10 July 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal on Monday shed light on the importance of growing the digital economy, termed digital economy is vital to ensure sustainable development of the country. The Minister made these remarks while speaking at the panel...


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حکومت وزیر اعظم محمد شہباز شریف کے وژن کے مطابق سی پیک کے منصوبوں کو فرو غ دے رہی ہے، وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کا سیمینار سے خطاب

7 July 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ حکومت وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف کے وژن کے مطابق سی پیک کے منصوبوں کو فرو غ دے رہی ہے،سی پیک 2014 سے 2030 تک کا بڑا من...


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IMF Deal: A Temporary Respite, not a Permanent Solution, Says Ahsan Iqbal

5 July 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, expressed satisfaction with the recent IMF package, which alleviated concerns of an immediate default. However, he emphasized that the deal should be seen as a temporary relief and mere a breather, rather than a lasti...


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Commemorative 12th JCC to be held on July 11 to mark 10-year celebrations of CPEC

5 July 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal is set to embark on a four-day official visit China from July 8 to attend special commemorative 12th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) to be held on July 11 to mark the 10- year celebrations of China Pakistan Economic C...


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نیشنل فیسلی ٹیشن کونسل کی ایپکس کمیٹی کا اجلاس ،فارن ڈائریکٹ ا نوسٹمنٹ بڑھانے، سرمایہ کاروں کے اعتماد اور معیشت کی بہتری کیلئے اہم قدم ہے، وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کی نیوز کانفرنس

5 July 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی واصلاحات وخصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ خصوصی سرمایہ کاری سہولت کونسل (ایس آئی ایف سی) براہ راست غیر ملکی سرمایہ کاری...


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سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی کا 309.14 ارب روپے مالیت کے 28 ترقیاتی منصوبوں میں 9 منصوبے ایکنک کو بھیجنے کی سفارش

24 June 2023

سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی) نے ہفتہ کو وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت اجلاس میں 309.14 ارب روپے ک...


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Mega projects of CPEC completed in record time one year: Ahsan Iqbal

22 June 2023

To mark the 10- year celebrations of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and upcoming 12th Joint Cooperation Committee JCC, a curtain raiser event was held on Thursday at the Planning Ministry. The event was attended by Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Profe...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا قدرتی گیس پالیسی اور مستقبل کے لائحہ عمل پر رپورٹ کے اجراءکے موقع پر خطاب

22 June 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا قدرتی گیس پالیسی اور مستقبل کے لائحہ عمل پر رپورٹ کے اجراءکے موقع پر خطاب طلب اور رسد میں توازن ضروری ہے گ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کالیپ ٹاپ کی تقسیم کی تقریب سے خطاب

22 June 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کالیپ ٹاپ کی تقسیم کی تقریب سے خطاب انجینئرز کسی بھی قوم کا سرمایہ ہوتے ہیں،وفاقی وزیراحسن اقبال پاکستان کی یونیورسٹیز کو ان...


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نارووال میں خان بہادر چوہدری مشتاق احمد ویٹرنری یونیورسٹی ایک خواب تھا جو پورا ہوا،وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، احسن اقبال

21 June 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی، ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات، حکومت پاکستان پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے، یونیورسٹی آف ویٹر نری اینڈ اینیمل سائنسزکے زیر اہتمام نارووال می...


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Data of PSDP projects worth rupees 1.1t goes online to ensure transparency

15 June 2023

For the first time in the country’s history, the data of Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) projects (ongoing and previous year) worth Rs 1.1trillion has been made available at PSDP portal which has been formally launched on Thursday for the citizens to ensure transparency. Federal M...


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ترقی کے اثرات عوام تک پہنچانے کے لئے مقامی حکومتوں کے نظام کو یقینی بنانا ہو گا،اختیارات کی نچلی سطح پر منتقلی سے ہی جمہوری نظام کاسفر مکمل ہو گا،احسن اقبال

14 June 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی ، اصلاحات و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ ترقی کے اثرات عوام تک پہنچانے کے لئے مقامی حکومتوں کے نظام کو یقینی بنانا ہو...


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احسن اقبال۔۔۔ اجلاس سے خطاب پائیدار ترقی اہداف دراصل بین الاقوامی ترقی کا ایجنڈا نہیں بلکہ یہ ہمارے ملک کی ترقی کا ایک پائیدار ایجنڈا ہے ، وفاقی وزیر پروفیسر احسن اقبال

14 June 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی ،اصلاحات و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ پائیدار ترقی اہداف دراصل بین الاقوامی ترقی کا ایجنڈا نہیں بلکہ یہ ہمارے ملک ...


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18 mega uplift projects completed in Gwadar in record three months: Planning Minister

14 June 2023

After the consistent efforts of the federal government, the fruitful results of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor CPEC in (CPEC) projects particularly in Gwadar can be seen visibly from 2022 to till date 637,124 metric ton cargo have been landed in Gwadar which is high as compared to 2018 -2...


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CWDP clears 25 development projects worth Rs 236.71b

14 June 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) cleared 25 development projects worth Rs 236.71 billion during its meeting held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. The meeting was attended by the Secretary P...


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Federal Minister Prof Ahsan Iqbal Inaugurates New Institute of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Urges Youth to Transform Pakistan's Future

13 June 2023

Federal Minister Prof Ahsan Iqbal Inaugurates New Institute of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Urges Youth to Transform Pakistan's Future Federal Minister for Planning, Prof Ahsan Iqbal, inaugurated the new building of the Institute of Energy and Environmental Engineering at Punjab Uni...


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15th Meeting of Census Monitoring Committee held on 7th June, 2023

7 June 2023

• Census Monitoring Committee (CMC) advised PBS to conduct Post Enumeration Survey as per approval of CCI to validate the provisional data of first ever digital Census. • CMC also advised Finance Division for immediate release the remaining census funds required to be paid to various stak...


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Planning Ministry launches 5Es Framework to Turnaround Pakistan

6 June 2023

National Economic Council (NEC) approved Ministry of Planning and Development’s 5Es Framework, a multi pronged strategy aimed at Turning Around Pakistan to put it on a sustained growth trajectory. The minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal while talking to the media said that following the succes...


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The Central Development Working Party Meeting Clears 10 Development Projects Worth Rs.114.5 Billion

1 June 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) under the esteemed chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal was convened on Thursday to review and approve vital development projects. During the meeting, the CDWP cleared a total of 10 projec...


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Champions of Reforms: Empowering Experts for Inclusive Governance Unprecedented Network Harnesses Expertise for Lasting Policy Reforms

28 May 2023

In a groundbreaking move towards inclusive governance, the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives has established the Champions of Reforms (CoR) network. This innovative initiative brings together hundreds of professionals from diverse backgrounds to contribute their expertise t...


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Lahore Qalandars defeats PCB XI by ten wickets in the Takbeer Day Exhibition T_10 Cricket Match at Narowal Sport City

28 May 2023

Lahore Qalandars defeated PCB XI by ten wickets in the Takbeer Day Exhibition T_10 Cricket Match played here at the newly-built state-of-the-art Narowal Sports Complex on Sunday. The exhibition cricket match has been arranged to mark the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer on 28th May. This was als...


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Lahore Qalandars defeats PCB XI by ten wickets in the Takbeer Day Exhibition T_10 Cricket Match at Narowal Sport City

28 May 2023

Lahore Qalandars defeated PCB XI by ten wickets in the Takbeer Day Exhibition T_10 Cricket Match played here at the newly-built state-of-the-art Narowal Sports Complex on Sunday. The exhibition cricket match has been arranged to mark the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer on 28th May. This was als...


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Planning Minister vows No Leniency for May 9 arsonists, pays tribute to martyrs

24 May 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal expressed his strong condemnation of the May 9 attacks on state buildings and military installations in several cities of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Sindh. Speaking at the "Takreem-e-Shuhada Convention" held at th...


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CDWP clears 15 development projects worth 249.21b

22 May 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has cleared 15 development projects worth Rs 249.21 billion during its meeting held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. ...


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Planning Ministry recently approved Rs 400m for this institute

21 May 2023

Islamabad will soon have a state-of-the-art film academy, the National Film Production Institute (NFPI), which was recently approved by the Ministry of Planning Development. The project, which aims to provide professional training in various fields of filmmaking, acting, production, camera a...


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Planning Ministry authorizes Rs72b in 4th quarter of 2022-23 under PDSP

20 May 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives has authorized Rs 72 billion for various Ministries/Division in the fourth quarter of the current fiscal year (2022-2023) under Public Sector Development Program PSDP which is 100 billion more as compared to the previous year of (2021-2...


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Ahsan Iqbal felicities newly-appointed chairman NDRC Reiterates the implementation on the Belt & Road initiative, CPEC

19 May 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal sent a letter to China's newly-appointed Chairman National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC) Zheng Shanjie, congratulating him and expressing his commitment to continue implementing the Belt and Road initiative and...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت ٹاسک فورس برائے افرادی وسائل اور سکلز ڈیولپمنٹ کا پہلا اجلاس

19 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت ٹاسک فورس برائے افرادی وسائل اور سکلز ڈیولپمنٹ کا پہلا اجلاس اجلاس میں وزارت تعلیم ، وزارت اوور س...


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Narowal all set to host National T-10 match on May 28

18 May 2023

District Narowal is all set to host the National T-10 match at Narowal Cricket Ground on May 28 with the soft opening of the Narowal Sport City. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif is likely to be a Chief Guest. The decision was taken on Thursday during a meeting to finalize the arrangements of ...


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Ahsan-Women-Development Women’s active participation imperative for national development: Ahsan Iqba

18 May 2023

Minister for Planning and Development Professor Ahsan on Thursday said the required goals of national development and prosperity could not be achieved without the active participation of women, which constituted almost 50 percent of the country’s total population. Chairing a meeting here, ...


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Federal, provincial govts agree to develop National Action Plan to address Pakistan’s Out of School Children Crisis

17 May 2023

To address the issue of Out-of-School Children (OOSC) in Pakistan and maximize the enrollment of school age children across the country, the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, the Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training, and all provincial governments have agr...


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Special Task Force established to review pay scale system for HR recruitment in HEIs

16 May 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Tuesday established a special Task Force to review the Pay Scale System for human resource (HR) recruitment in Higher Education Institutions HEIs. The purpose of this task force is to develop an improved pay scale system that will a...


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فاقی حکومت نے اردو کو بطور قومی زبان نافذ کرنے کی کوششیں تیز کردی 78.186 ملین روپے کی لاگت سے نیشنل لینگونچ پروسسنگ لیبارٹری کا پی سی ون منظور اردو زبان کے فروغ کے لئے حکومت ہر اقدامات اٹھا رہی ہے، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

14 May 2023

وزارت برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات نے اردو کو بطور قومی زبان نافذ کرنے اور فروغ دینے کے لیے "نیشنل لینگویج پروسیسنگ لیبارٹری این ایل پی ، لیب کے قیام کی...


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China Exhibition & Trading Center completes within six months

12 May 2023

The China Exhibition and Trading Center has been completed in a record time of 6 months at Gwadar Port worth $12 million. The announcement was made on Friday. The project was launched in November 2022 on the direction of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqb...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسراحسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت پولیس اصلاحات پر گورننس انوویشن لیب کا اجلاس

11 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسراحسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت پولیس اصلاحات پر گورننس انوویشن لیب کا اجلاس اجلاس میں قانونی ماہرین ، سول سوسائٹی ، قانون نافذ کرن...


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فاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اصلاحات احسن اقبال نے منگل کے روز نیشنل یونیورسٹی آف ماڈرن لینگویجز کے ریسرچ اینڈ سٹریٹجک بلاک کا افتتاح کیا

10 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اصلاحات احسن اقبال نے منگل کے روز نیشنل یونیورسٹی آف ماڈرن لینگویجز کے ریسرچ اینڈ سٹریٹجک بلاک کا افتتاح کیا اور مختلف ل...


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ایچ ای سی کی طرف سے جامعات کے 50معذور طلباء میں الیکٹرک وہیل چیئرز تقسیم ذہنی صلاحیتیں بروئے کار لانا کامیابی کی کنجی ہے: وزیر وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

10 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال نے جامعات کے جامعات کے معذور طلباء کی حوصلہ افزائی کرتے ہوئے کہا ہے کہ انسان کی اصل طاقت اس کی ذہنی صلاحی...


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وفاق وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا ملک بھر ساتویں ڈیجیٹل مردم شماری میں پیش رفت کا جائزہ تمام صوبائی حکومتوں کو جاری فیلڈ آپریشن 15 مئی تک مکمل کرنے کی ہدایت

10 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال نے بدھ کے روز صوبائی حکومتوں کو ساتویں ڈیجیٹل مردم شماری کے تحت جاری فیلڈ آپریشن کو 15 مئی تک مکمل کر...


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Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing Critical for Pakistan’s Progress: Professor Ahsan Iqbal

9 May 2023

Speaking at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, stated that Pakistan needs to prepare for a new era of the knowledge economy, which requires world-class h...


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قومی_ ترقیاتی_ منصوبہ جات جلد تکمیل ،ضلع میں جاری ترقیاتی منصوبہ جات کو پایہ تکمیل جلدازجلدپہنچانے کے لیے اپنے تمام وسائل بروئے کارلائے جائیں وفاقی وزیراحسن اقبال

8 May 2023

وزیرمنصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کی زیرصدارت کمیٹی روم میں تین نکاتی ایجنڈا ترقیاقی اسکیموں،صفائی ستھرائی اورامن وامان کے حوالے سے اجلاس کاانعقاد منعقد ہوا اجلاس م...


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Planning Minister reviews progress over Karachi Coastal Development Comprehensive Zone project

5 May 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special on Friday chaired a meeting to review progress over Karachi Coastal Comprehensive Development Zone (KCCDZ). The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Secretary Maritime Affairs, Secretary Board of Investment, Chief...


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Ahsan-Address Collective efforts needed to end intolerance, hatred for peaceful co-existence in society: Ahsan

5 May 2023

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday stressed the need for ending the tendencies of intolerance, hatred, biasedness from the society so that an environment of unity, harmony and peaceful co-existence could be created. “Confrontation alway...


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سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی کا 227 ارب روپے مالیت کے چھ منصوبوں کی منظوری

5 May 2023

اسلام آباد سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈبلیو ڈی پی) نے وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت جمعہ کو 227 ارب کے چھ ترق...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا انسانی وسائل کی ترقی/ مہارت میں اضافے کے لئے ٹاسک فورس قائم کر دی

4 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے انسانی وسائل کی ترقی اور مہارت میں اضافے کے لئے ٹاسک فورس قائم کر دی۔ ٹاسک فورس کا مقصد ملک میں انسانی وسائل کی فراہمی، ان میں...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت زراعت میں انوویشن اور پیداواریت میں اضافے سے متعلق اجلاس

4 May 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت زراعت میں انوویشن اور پیداواریت میں اضافے سے متعلق اجلاس زراعت کا شعبہ پاکستان کی ترقی کے لئے کلید...


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Review of CPEC Projects Planning Minister directs ministries to finalize proposals for up-coming JCC

3 May 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Prof Ahsan Iqal on Thursday directed all ministries and divisions to finalize proposals of development projects for an up-coming Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) to be held in July 2023. The Minister gave these directions whil...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی نے بہترین کارکردگی کا مظاہرہ کرنے پر وزارت کے افسران کو تعریفی اسناد سے نوازا

28 April 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے وزارت منصوبہ بندی کے افسران کی حوصلہ افزائی کے لیے 1999 میں شروع کی گئی روایت کو بحال کرتے ہو...


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Planning Minister sets up Steering Committee for digital transformation IT sector is the key driver to increase digital exports: Ahsan Iqbal

27 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday set up a Steering Committee comprising experts from IT and private sector for the implementation of digital transformation and to increase digital exports in the country. The Minister made this announcement...


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Planning Minister rejects negative perception against Belt & Road Initiative Term stories are made to create global propaganda in geopolitics of competition

19 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has rejected the perception that China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a ‘debt trap’. He stated that stories were made to create propaganda in global geopolitics of competition. "I don’t think it’s a ‘...


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Secretary Planning reviews Post_flood situation

19 April 2023

Secretary Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Syed Zafar Ali Shah chaired a meeting with nutrition stakeholders to discuss the post-flood nutrition and food security concerns in Pakistan today. The meeting aimed to assess the current situation, progress made, and futur...


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Planning Ministry releases Rs 129 billion for development projects under PSDP for 4th Quarter

16 April 2023

Despite financial constraints and disruptions caused by super floods last year, the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives has released Rs 129 billion for development projects under Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for the fourth quarter of (2022-23). The Water Resour...


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National Task Force constituted on AI application for country’s development

14 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has formed a 15-member National Task Force (NTF) on Artificial Intelligence (IA) for country’s National Development. The key objective of the (NTF) is to develop a 10-year roadmap for accelerated adoption of AI in th...


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Planning Minister reviews ongoing exercise of Digital Census

12 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday directed to constitute Committee consisting of Secretary Planning, Syed Zafar Ali Shah, Provincial Chief Secretaries and Chief Census Commissioner, Dr Naeem uz Zafar to devise a mechanism and to look into t...


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سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی کا 76.5 ارب روپے مالیت کے تین ترقیاتی منصوبوں میں سے ایک منصوبہ ایکنک کو منظوری کے لیے بھیجنے کی سفارش

11 April 2023

سلام آباد سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈبلیو ڈی پی) نے منگل کو وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت زوم کے ذریعے اجلاس می...


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Pakistan moving towards ‘gradual stabilization’ despite facing multiple challenges: Ahsan Iqbal

10 April 2023

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday said the incumbent government adopted prudent economic policies and was taking the country towards ‘gradual stabilization’ despite facing multiple challenges on different fronts. “It is the succe...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کے کامیاب دورہ چین کے بعد سی پیک منصوبوں اور 11ویں جے سی سی کی تیاری کا پیش رفت جائزہ

10 April 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کے کامیاب دورہ چین کے بعد سی پیک کے تحت جاری منصوبوں اور 11ویں جے سی سی کی تیاریوں کے حوالے سے ایک اہم اجلاس جو چیف اکانومس...


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Planning Minister holds meeting ESCAP team

6 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday held an interactive session with the Head of the Trade, Investment and Innovation Division and team of the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in Thailand on Thursday. ...


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چین کے ساتھ دوستی کو پاکستان میں وسیع سیاسی، سٹریٹجک شراکت داری کی حمایت حاصل ہے، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

5 April 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ احسن اقبال اس بات کا اعادہ کیا کہ چین کے ساتھ دوستی اور سٹریٹجک شراکت داری کو پاکستان میں وسیع سیاسی حمایت حاصل ہے۔ اب خیالات کا اظہار وفا...


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Planning Minister for early completion of ML_1, KRC

5 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiative, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal held a meeting with Mr. Li Chunlin, Vice Chairman of China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) in Beijing on Wednesday.He was accompanied by SAPM on Finance Mr. Tariq Bajwa, Ambassador Moin u...


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Beijing: Assistant Foreign Minister, Mr. Nong Rong called on Prof Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhry, Minister of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives in Beijing.

5 April 2023

Beijing: Assistant Foreign Minister, Mr. Nong Rong called on Prof Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhry, Minister of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives in Beijing. Minister Iqbal congratulated Mr.Nong Rong on his appointment as AFM and appreciated his contributions for strengthening bilateral ti...


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Friendship with China enjoys broad political support in Pakistan: Ahsan Iqbal

5 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives reiterated that friendship and strategic partnership with China enjoyed a broad political support in Pakistan and acknowledged the role of Minister of International Department of Communist Party of China (IDCPC) in promoting better...


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Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister, Sun Weidong agrees to further enhance cooperation under CPEC

4 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister, Sun Weidong agreed to further enhance cooperation under CPEC as both held a bilateral meeting on Tuesday in Beijing. The Planning Minister was accompanied by the Special Assistant...


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Planning Minister lauds contribution of Chinese enterprises in success of CPEC

3 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal reiterated that the people of Pakistan will never forget that China helped them at a time when the whole country was plunged into darkness due to power shortages. The Minister made these remarks while meeting with ...


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Planning Minister holds interactive session with students, professionals in china

3 April 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal held an interactive session with Pakistani professionals and students residing in China. Commending the valuable contributions of overseas Pakistanis in the country’s economic growth and national develo...


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"Pakistan's Climate Paradox: Among the Lowest Global Greenhouse Emissions, Yet Among the Most Vulnerable to Climate Change"

27 March 2023

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal addressed at the 10th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development 2023, where he highlighted key situations affecting Pakistan's economic condition, including Covid-19, inflation caused by the Ukraine-Russia war, and severe climate disasters with a loss of $30 bi...


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CWDP approves six development projects worth Rs 21.28b

24 March 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CWDP) on Friday has approved six development projects worth Rs 21.28 billion during its meeting held on Friday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. The meeting was attended by the...


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Government unveils PM Youth Development Package worth Rs 150b 15 mega youth initiatives launched, Minister hails youth as Pakistan's 'biggest asset'

22 March 2023

The Federal government has formally unveiled the Prime Minister’s Youth Development Package worth Rs 150 billion amid to empower the youth which are ‘biggest asset’ of the country. Under the umbrella of PM’s Youth Development Initiatives, 15 programs were launched by the Federal Minist...


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PM Youth Development Initiatives to be launched on Tuesday 15 mega youth programs to be unveiled

20 March 2023

In order to facilitate the country’s youth which is 64 % of the whole population, the Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives under the vision of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to launched the Prime Minister’s Youth Development Initiatives on Tuesday. Under the PM’s Youth ...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی، ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے ہفتہ کو ڈائیگناسٹک سنٹر نارووال (ڈی سی این) کا افتتاح کیا۔

18 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی، ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے ہفتہ کو ڈائیگناسٹک سنٹر نارووال (ڈی سی این) کا افتتاح کیا۔ ڈی سی این پاکستان اٹامک ان...


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Planning Minister directs HEC to develop Performance audit framework for management system of public varsities

16 March 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday directed Higher Education Commission (HEC) to create a thorough framework for a cutting-edge performance management system for universities in order to encourage the higher education sector to play...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کہ زیر صدارت نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا اجلاس،صوبوں اور وزارت خوراک کو رمضان میں اشیاء خوردنوش کی قیمتوں میں توزان برقرار رکھنے کی ہدایت

15 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے نیشنل پرائس مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی (این پی ایم سی) کے اجلاس کی صدارت کرتے ہوئے وزارت نیشنل فوڈ سیکیورٹی اور صوبائی حکومت...


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*Planning Ministry extends submission deadline for Development Leader Awards to March 16

13 March 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives has extended the deadline for submission of entries for Development Leadership Award (DLA) till March 16 while providing more opportunities to the applicants. ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کا EConFest کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب

11 March 2023

فاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے کہا کہ اگر آپ میں ارادہ ہے تو یہ ملک آپ کے خوابوں کو پورا کرنے میں آپ کی مدد کرے گا، لیکن آپ کو اس کے لئے بہت محنت کرنے کی ضرورت ہے....


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Govt gears up efforts to implement Rs 110b post-flood reconstruction & livelihoods enhancement package for Balochistan

10 March 2023

The federal government has geared up its efforts to implement Rs 110 billion (USD 400 million) post-flood rehabilitation and reconstruction package for Balochistan as the first formal Steering Committee meeting of Post-Flood 2022 Reconstruction and Rehabilitation project was held on Friday. ...


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نوجوانوں کو با اختیار بنانے اور ملک کے ترقیاتی کاموں میں عملی تجربہ فراہم کرنے کے لیے وزارت منصوبہ بندی کے پروگرام با اختیار نوجوان انٹرنشپ کے جائزہ اجلاس کی صدارت وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے جمعہ کے روز کی۔

10 March 2023

وجوانوں کو با اختیار بنانے اور ملک کے ترقیاتی کاموں میں عملی تجربہ فراہم کرنے کے لیے وزارت منصوبہ بندی کے پروگرام با اختیار نوجوان انٹرنشپ کے جائزہ اجلاس کی صدارت ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا وزارت انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی کے تحت جاری ترقیاتی منصوبوں میں پیش رفت کا جائزہ

9 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی وزارت انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی کے جاری تحت ترقیاتی منصوبوں کی پیش رفت کا جائزہ۔ اجلاس میں سیکرٹری وزارت انفارمی...


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خواتین کو مساوی حقوق دئیے بغیر کوئی ملک ترقی نیں کر سکتا، وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال

9 March 2023

زات منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت خواتین کو مساوی حقوق دئیے بغیر کوئی ملک ترقی نیں کر سکتا، وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں خواتین...


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Minister launches citizen's guide to Prevent Gender Based Violence

9 March 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal launched Citizen's Guide to Prevent Gender Based Violence (GBV) under Gender Unit in Ministry of Planning to mark theInternational Women's Day on Thursday. If Pakistan is to be put on the path of rapid development, t...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کا یونیورسٹی آف نارووال کی 5 سالہ تقریبات سے خطاب

8 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے یونیورسٹی آف نارووال کے طلبہ وطالبات سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ نارووال کو تعلیم باٹنے والا شہر بنانا انکا خواب تھا ان کے پاس اپ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی نے بہترین کارکردگی پر وزارت کے افسران کو تعریفی اسناد سے نوازا

7 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے وزارت منصوبہ بندی کے افسران کی حوصلہ افزائی کے لیے 1999 میں شروع کی گئی روایت کو بحال کرتے ہو...


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Planning Minister for adopting major reforms to improve country's education system

7 March 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal called for adopting major reforms to improve the country’s poor education management system. ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیرصدارت ساتویں مردم شماری مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا اجلاس سندھ حکومت کے تحفظات کو دور کرنے کے لیے چیف ادارہ شماریات، آج وزیراعلٰی سندھ سے ملاقات کریں گے

7 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیرصدارت مردم شماری مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا ساتواں اجلاس اسلام آباد میں منعقد ہوا، اجلاس میں فیصلہ کیا گیا وفاقی حکومت سندھ حکومت کے تحفظات کو...


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Capital to have state-of-the-art cancer & National Police hospitals Three health projects worth Rs 11.25b approved by the CDWP

5 March 2023

Keeping in view the importance of the health sector in the country the federal government has recently approved three projects related to the health sectors to facilitate the common man. The state-of-the-art Cancer Hospital, National Police Hospital in federal capital and Upgradation of Radiol...


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A meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal here in Islamabad on Thursday to discuss the performance audit framework & pending HEC initiatives

2 March 2023

A meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal here in Islamabad on Thursday to discuss the performance audit framework & pending HEC initiatives. Chairman HEC Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad and senior officials of the ministry we...


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سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی کا 63.82 ارب روپے مالیت کے گیارہ ترقیاتی منصوبوں کی منظوری

2 March 2023

سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی) نے وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت اجلاس میں 63.82 ارب روپے کے مالیت کے ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا پرائم منسٹر باصلاحیت نوجوان انٹرشپ پروگرام کا جائزہ منصوبے کے تحت نوجوانوں کو چھ ماہ سے ایک سال تک انٹرشپ دی جائے گی

1 March 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت پرائم منسٹر باصلاحیت نوجوان انٹرشپ پروگرام کا جائزہ لیا گیا جسکے تحت حکومت کی طرف سے شروع کے گئے ترقیاتی م...


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وزارت منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا فائیو ایز کو حتمی شکل دینے کے حوالے سے اجلاس

1 March 2023

وزارت منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا فائیو ایز کو حتمی شکل دینے کے حوالے سے اجلاس معاشی مسائل کے قابل عمل حل کے لیے ...


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یونیورسٹی آف انجینئرنگ، نارووال کو جلد سب کیمپس سے ترقی دے کر باقاعدہ طور پر خودمختار یونیورسٹی کا درجہ دیا جائے گا، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی

27 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے یونیورسٹی آف انجینئرنگ نارووال کو جلد سب کیمپس سے ترقی دے کر باقاعدہ طور پر خودمختار یونیورسٹی کا درجہ دیا جائے گا۔ ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا نیشنل فورم برائے ماحولیات اور صحت سے خطاب، بزنس انٹرپرائز معاشرے کی ترقی میں اہم کردار ادا کرتا ہے۔ وفاقی وزیر

21 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے بزنس انٹرپرائز انڈسٹری کی اہمیت پر زور دیتے ہوئے کہا کہ ہے بزنس انٹرپرائز معاشرے کی ترقی میں اہم کردار ادا کرتا ہے۔ان خیالات ...


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رٹیفیشل انٹیلیجنس نے ٹیکنالوجی کے میدان کو یکسر تبدیل کر دیا پاکستانی نوجوان اس شعبہ میں ترقی کیلئے بھرپور کردار ادا کرسکتے ہیں، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

21 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا نیشنل سینٹر آف ایکسیلینس نسٹ میں خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا ہے کہ آرٹیفیشل انٹیلیجنس نے ٹیکنالوجی کے میدان کو یکسر تبد...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا مردم شماری مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کے چھٹے اجلاس کی صدارت مردم شماری کو بروقت مکمل کرنے کی ہدایت

21 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت مردم شماری مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا چھٹہ اجلاس منگل کو ہوا تاکہ مردم شماری کے تیز، شفاف...


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ملک کو درپیش معاشی مسائل سے نکالنے کیلئے وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا بڑا فیصلہ، اپنے زیر استعمال 4500 سی سی گاڑی واپس کرنے کا فیصلہ، سیکرٹری کابینہ کو خط

18 February 2023

ملک کو درپیش معاشی مسائل کے حل کے لیے وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا بڑا فیصلہ، بطور وفاقی وزیر اپنے زیر استعمال 4500 سی سی ٹیوٹا لینڈ کروز واپس کرنے کا فیصلہ تاکہ کفایت ...


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زرعی شعبے کو سائنسی بنیادوں پر استوار کرکے نہ صرف غذائی خود کفالت کے اہداف حاصل کیے جاسکتے ہیں بلکہ اس سے تخفیف غربت اور برآمدی ترقی کے نئے دور کا آغاز ہو گا، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

18 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ زراعت حکومت کی اولین ترجیح ہے۔ زرعی شعبے کو سائنسی بنیادوں پر استوار کر کے نہ صرف غذائی خ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا ترکیہ اور شام میں پاکستان کی جانب سے امدادی سامان کی ترسیل اور زلزلہ زدگان کی بحالی کے لیے اجلاس ک صدارت، این ڈی ایم اے کو امدادی سامان کی ترسیل تیز کرنے کی ہدایت

16 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال زیر صدارت ترکی میں پاکستان کی جانب سے امدادی سامان کی ترسیل اور زلزلہ زدگان کی بحالی کے لئے اہم اجلاس کی صدارت کی۔اجلاس میں این ڈ...


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Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has said that Pakistan had recently experienced a worst natural calamity in the form of countrywide floods caused by relentless torrential rains last year

16 February 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has said that Pakistan had recently experienced a worst natural calamity in the form of countrywide floods caused by relentless torrential rains last year. These floods adversely affected 33 million across 94 distric...


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UAE, Pakistan agree to expand economic ties in key areas

15 February 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal and Minister for Economy of United Arab Emirates Mr. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri on Wednesday agreed to expand economic ties in key areas. Minister for Planning Prof. Ahsan Iqbal met with Minister for Economy of ...


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Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal meets Minister for Finance of Kuwait Abdul Wahab Al-Rasheed in UAE

14 February 2023

Pakistan and Kuwait has agreed to boost economic ties in key areas particularly in energy and trade sector. The agreement came on Tuesday during a meeting between Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Prof Ahsan Iqbal and Minister for Finance of Kuwait Mr. Abdul Wah...


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Planning Ministry, PITB signs MoU to implement iPAS

10 February 2023

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives and Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) has signed the memorandum of understanding (MoU)for the implementation of the Intelligent Project Automation System (iPAS) solution for the Planning Ministry. ...


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Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiates Ahasn Iqbal chaired a high level meeting to review progress of the ongoing CPEC Projects here in Islamabad on Thursday

9 February 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiates Ahasn Iqbal chaired a high level meeting to review progress of the ongoing CPEC Projects here in Islamabad on Thursday. Project Director CPEC Dr. Nadeem Javed, representatives from the ministry of foreign affairs, line ministries, Bo...


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Iqbal asks Finance Division to resolve issues of scholars under US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor project

9 February 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives has directed the Finance Division to immediately resolve the issues being faced by the scholars during the studies in the USA under the US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor project initiative by the Higher Education Commission HEC. Th...


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پاک چین سائنس اینڈ ٹیکنالوجی تعاون کی تقریب احسن اقبال کا خطاب

8 February 2023

پاک چین سائنس اینڈ ٹیکنالوجی تعاون کی تقریب احسن اقبال کا خطاب جس مقام پر ہیں دنیا سائنس کے نئے دھانے پر پہنچ چکی ہے : احسن اقبال ابھی ہم چوتھے صنعتی انقلاب میں ...


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ملکی برآمدات کو بڑھانے میں حکومت ایکسپورٹرز کو ہر ممکن سہولیات دینے کے لیے بھرپور اقدامات اٹھا رہی ہے: وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

8 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ وفاقی حکومت ملکی برآمدات کو بڑھانے میں ایکسپورٹرز کو ہر ممکن سہولیات دینے کے لئے بھرپو...


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CDWP clears ten development projects worth 87.17b

6 February 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has cleared ten development projects worth Rs 87.17 billion during its meeting held on Monday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. The meeting was attended by the Secretar...


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Political instability, adventurism is the biggest threat to Pakistan's economy: Ahsan Iqbal

4 February 2023

Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal in his address put forward the fact that political instability and adventurism has been the biggest threat to Pakistan's economy. He was speaking at a Round Table Conference on Pakistan’s Economics jointly...


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“Empowering our youth is empowering Pakistan. Youth are our future.

3 February 2023

“Empowering our youth is empowering Pakistan. Youth are our future. Government has embarked upon aligning the development and public policy with our youth by opening new vistas for them through Public Sector Development program internships initiative.” stated the Minister for Planning and D...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا وژن 2025 کے تحت قائم کئے جانے والے 6 سینٹرز آف ایکسی لینس کی کارکردگی کا جائزہ

3 February 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے جمعہ کو 2025 کے وژن کے تحت چوتھے صنعتی انقلاب کے تقاضوں کو پورا کرنے کے لیے 2017 میں قائم کیے...


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Policy & Strategy Committee to implement 4FR, pledges worth $10.92b

1 February 2023

After the successful pledges of $10.92 billion in the recent donor conference for the reconstruction in flood-affected areas in Pakistan, Federal Minister of Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday formally chaired a first Policy & Strategy Committee meetin...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت ڈیجیٹل پی ایس ڈی پی کے حوالے سے اجلاس

1 February 2023

وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت ڈیجیٹل پی ایس ڈی پی کے حوالے سے اجلاس ڈیجیٹل پاکستان اور شفافیت کو یقینی بنانے کے لئے ڈیجیٹل پی ایس ڈی پی ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے اقوام متحدہ کے ماحولیاتی پروگرام کی ایگزیکیٹو ڈائریکٹر انگر اینڈرسن کی ملاقات

1 February 2023

وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے اقوام متحدہ کے ماحولیاتی پروگرام کی ایگزیکیٹو ڈائریکٹر انگر اینڈرسن کی ملاقات حکومت کے بروقت اقدامات سیلاب سے پید...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیر صدارت وزارت منصوبہ بندی کے داخلی منصوبوں اور اٹھائے گئے خصوصی اقدامات کا جائزہ اجلاس

31 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیر صدارت وزارت منصوبہ بندی کے داخلی منصوبوں اور اٹھائے گئے خصوصی اقدامات کا جائزہ اجلاس سیکریٹری وزارت منصوبہ بندی، چیف اکانومسٹ، م...


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وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت سینٹرز آف ایکسی لینس کی کارکردگی پر جائزہ اجلاس،ان سینٹرز کو ترقی پذیر ممالک کے لئے مثال بنائیں گے ،وفاقی وزیر

31 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ سینٹرز آف ایکسی لینس ملک کو ڈیجیٹل انقلاب کے لئے تیار کرنے میں کلیدی کردار ادا کریں گے،ٹیکنالوجی سینٹ...


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Engineering universities asked to reform curriculum, keeping in view 4th industrial revolution, market demand, global competitiveness

29 January 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal urged the Vice Chancellors VCs of the Pakistan’s engineering universities to reform their curriculum keeping in view the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution and the market demands of the country....


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Export-led Growth is the cure for our Economic woes. Ministry of Planning and Development will recommend to Prime Minister that Export emergency should be declared to take the country out of Economic quagmire; said the Minister while meeting the top Pakistani Exporters today

27 January 2023

Export-led Growth is the cure for our Economic woes. Ministry of Planning and Development will recommend to Prime Minister that Export emergency should be declared to take the country out of Economic quagmire; said the Minister while meeting the top Pakistani Exporters today. The meeting ...


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CWDP approves seven development projects worth Rs 22.16b

27 January 2023

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved seven development projects worth Rs 22.16 billion during its meeting held on Friday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. ...


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NPMC reviews prices of essential commodities Provinces, Food Ministry asked for better coordination to avoid shortage of wheat in Ramzan

26 January 2023

The National Price Monitoring Committee (NPMC) on Thursday reviewed the prices of essential commodities while directing the Ministry of National Food Security and provincial governments to ensure inter-provincial coordination in order to avoid any shortage of daily commodities particularly whea...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت انجینئیرنگ شعبہ میں نصاب کی اصلاحات کے حوالے سے اجلاس

26 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت انجینئیرنگ شعبہ میں نصاب کی اصلاحات کے حوالے سے اجلاس اجلاس میں انجینئیرنگ انڈسٹری اور یونیورسٹ...


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A meeting to discuss “Pakistan Natural Gas: Policy Issues & Way Forward” prepared by Integrated Energy Planning (IEP), Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (M/o PD&SI) was held on 25th January 2023.

26 January 2023

A meeting to discuss “Pakistan Natural Gas: Policy Issues & Way Forward” prepared by Integrated Energy Planning (IEP), Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (M/o PD&SI) was held on 25th January 2023. The meeting was attended by Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, Minister of PD&SI, Shahi...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا عالمی یوم تعلیم پر نوجوانوں کو ہنرو مہارت سے آراستہ کرنے سے موسوم کانفرنس سے خطاب

24 January 2023

زیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا عالمی یوم تعلیم پر نوجوانوں کو ہنرو مہارت سے آراستہ کرنے سے موسوم کانفرنس سے خطاب اس سال کا موضوع ہے، "لوگوں میں سر...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے نار ووال سپورٹس کمپلکس میں گفتگو کرتے ہوئے کہا ہے کہ الیکشن جب بھی ہونگے مسلم لیگ ن تیار ہے۔

22 January 2023

وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے نار ووال سپورٹس کمپلکس میں گفتگو کرتے ہوئے کہا ہے کہ الیکشن جب بھی ہونگے مسلم لیگ ن تیار ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ عمران خان مشترکہ مفادات...


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اکتوبر 2023الیکشن کا مہینہ ہے، عمران خان کو چیلنج کرتا ہوں کہ وہ نارووال سے الیکشن لڑیں ،عبرت ناک شکست دینگے،وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کی میڈیا سے گفتگو

22 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و اصلاحات احسن اقبال نے کہا کہ وفاقی حکومت اپنی مدت پوری کرے گی ، اکتوبر الیکشن کا مہینہ ہو گا ،ملکی معیشت کو مستحکم کر کے پاؤں پ...


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حکومت نوجوانوں کو معیاری اور جدید تعلیم فراہم کرنے کے لیے کوشاں ہے، وفاقی وزیر پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا ڈاؤ یونیورسٹی آف ہیلتھ سائنسز میں ریسرچ اینڈ ٹریٹمنٹ سینٹراور ڈاؤ کالج آف بائیو ٹیکنالوجی کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب

20 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی، ترقی و اصلاحات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ حکومت نوجوانوں کو معیاری اور جدید تعلیم فراہم کرنے کے لیے کوشاں ہے، مستقبل کی جنگیں میدان جن...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت جینیوا کانفرنس کے فیصلوں پر عمل درآمد کا جائزہ اجلاس

19 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت جینیوا کانفرنس کے فیصلوں پر عمل درآمد کا جائزہ اجلاس جینیوا کانفرنس میں عالمی امداد 10.9 ارب ڈالر پہ...


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وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کا پاکستان انسٹیٹیوٹ آف ڈویلپمنٹ اکنامکس کا دورہ

19 January 2023

فاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کا پاکستان انسٹیٹیوٹ آف ڈویلپمنٹ اکنامکس کا دورہ مستقبل میں معاشی بہتری کیلئے 5نکاتی پالیسی کے حوالے سے گفتگو معیشت کی مستقل بحالی کا واح...


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ملک کو کامیاب بنانے کے لئے ضروری ہے نوجوانوں کو باشعور بنایا جائے، وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال

18 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ ملک کو کامیاب بنانے کے لئے ضروری ہے نوجوانوں کو باشعور بنایا جائے،ہم نوجوانوں کے ذریعے ہم ترقی کی منا...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیر صدارت مردم شماری مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کا پانچواں اجلاس، متعلقہ حکام کو ساتویں ڈیجیٹل مردم شماری کی ٹائم لائنز پر عمل کرنے کی ہدایت

17 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے مردم شماری مانیٹرنگ کمیٹی کے پانچواں اجلاس کی صدارت کرتے ہوئے متعلقہ حکام کو ہدایت جاری کی ہے کہ وہ مردم شماری کی مشق کو بروق...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی برطانوی نشریاتی ادارے سے گفتگو

13 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی برطانوی نشریاتی ادارے سے گفتگو معاشی مشکلات کا سامنا ہے لیکن ڈیفالٹ کا زیرو فیصد خطرہ ہے: احسن اقبال پاکست...


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وفاقی وزیر منصو بہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال آکسفورڈ یونیورسٹی میں پاکستانی وقت کے مطابق آج رات ساڑھے دس بجے طلباء سے خطاب کریں گے۔

12 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصو بہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال آکسفورڈ یونیورسٹی میں پاکستانی وقت کے مطابق آج رات ساڑھے دس بجے طلباء سے خطاب کریں گے۔ وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال ...


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گوادر کے نوجوانوں کو مفت فنی تعلیم فراہم کرنے کے معاہدے پر دستخط

11 January 2023

سی پیک کے تحت چینی گرانٹ سے تعمیر کیے گئے پاک-چین ٹیکنیکل اینڈ ووکیشنل انسٹی ٹیوٹ (PCT & VI) کے مشترکہ آپریشن کے معاہدے پر دستخط کی تقریب بدھ کو گوادر بزنس سینٹر میں منع...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کیمبرج یونیورسٹی میں سینٹ جانز انوویشن سنٹر اور جج بزنس سکول کا دورہ کیا۔

11 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کیمبرج یونیورسٹی میں سینٹ جانز انوویشن سنٹر اور جج بزنس سکول کا دورہ کیا۔ دورے کے دورا...


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پاکستان میں سیلاب کی بحالی پر آنے والے اخراجات اس سال جون میں 3 ارب ڈالر سے تجاوز کر سکتے ہیں، وفاقی وزیر پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا بین الاقوامی کانفرنس سے خطاب

9 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ پاکستان کو ملک کے بیشتر حصوں میں طوفانی بارشوں اور سیلاب کی وجہ سے بے بدترین تب...


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Advisory Committee reconstituted to help Planning Ministry in policy formulation, implementation

6 January 2023

The Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives has reconstituted a high-powered advisory committee that will guide the Ministry in policy formulation and implementation. Federal Planning and Development Minister Prof. Ahsan Iqbal will be the chairperson of the 31-member adviso...


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دیوالیہ کی باتیں کرنے والے ملک دشمن ہیں، پی ٹی آئی کے پاس کوئی مثبت بات نہیں تو انہیں اپنی زبان بند رکھنی چاہئے،وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال کی پریس کانفرنس

5 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی، ترقی و اصلاحات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ دیوالیہ کی باتیں کرنے والے ملک دشمن ہیں، پی ٹی آئی کے پاس کوئی مثبت بات نہیں تو انہیں ا...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت نوجوانوں کو انٹرن شپ فراہم کرنے کے لئے نجی شعبہ کے نمائندوں کا اجلاس

5 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت نوجوانوں کو انٹرن شپ فراہم کرنے کے لئے نجی شعبہ کے نمائندوں کا اجلاس پاکستان کی دو تہائی آبادی 30 سا...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا وزارت منصوبہ بندی و ترقی کے بہتر کارکردگی والے ملازمین کو تقسیم اسناد کی تقریب سے خطاب

4 January 2023

زیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا وزارت منصوبہ بندی و ترقی کے بہتر کارکردگی والے ملازمین کو تقسیم اسناد کی تقریب سے خطاب ملازمین کو بہتر کارکردگی پر ا...


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‘Champions of Reforms’ inaugurated by Planning Minister

4 January 2023

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal has formally inaugurated Champions of Reforms (CORs), network to bring together professionals from different sectors to contribute towards the socio-economic development of the country. ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت جامع قومی نصاب تشکیل دینے کے حولے سے گول میز کانفرنس

3 January 2023

وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت جامع قومی نصاب تشکیل دینے کے حولے سے گول میز کانفرنس قومی نصاب ملک کے لئے اہم ترین اثاثہ ہے : وفاقی وزیر ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا 300 میگاواٹ کے کول فائرڈ پاور منصوبے کی منظوری، متعلقہ حکام کو 2025 میں منصوبہ مکمل کرنے کی ہدایت

3 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات، پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے گوادر میں 300 میگاواٹ کے کول فائرڈ پاور منصوبے کی منظوری دیتے ہوئے وزارت برائے سمندری ام...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا نئے سال 2023 کی آمد پر پیغام

1 January 2023

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا نئے سال 2023 کی آمد پر پیغام اہل وطن کو 2023 کے نئے سال کی مبارک باد دیتا ہوں۔ وزیر منصوبہ بندی یہ سال ہمارے لیے ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیرصدارت پی ایس ڈی پی جائزہ اجلاس

29 December 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیرصدارت پی ایس ڈی پی جائزہ اجلاس ترقیاتی بجٹ گزشتہ 4 برسوں میں 1000ارب روپے سے گھٹ کر 727 ارب روپےرہ گیا : احسن اقبال ...


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Second quarter of PDSP reviewed by Minister

29 December 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday reviewed the second quarter of Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) and noticed slow utilization of funds that is 56% of the authorized funds. ...


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Planning Minister asks COPHCL to provide exact demand of the electricity for Gwadar Free Zone

28 December 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal has asked the China Overseas Ports Holding Company Ltd (COPHCL) to provide exact demand of the electricity for Gwadar Free Zone and share 10-year plan for electricity consumption by Gwadar Free Zone Company i...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسراحسن اقبال کا یوم قائد اعظم پر پیغام

25 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسراحسن اقبال کا یوم قائد اعظم پر پیغام قائد اعظم عظیم رہنما تھے جنہوں نے اپنی انتھک جدوجہد سے پاکستان حاصل کیا : وفاقی وزیر ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا 16 روزہ صنف کی بنیادپر تشد د سے متعلق آگہی مہم میں مہمان خصوصی کے طور پر شرکت

23 December 2022

فاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا 16 روزہ صنف کی بنیادپر تشد د سے متعلق آگہی مہم میں مہمان خصوصی کے طور پر شرکت مہم کی اختتامی تقریب وومین یونیور...


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CWDP clears 7 development project worth Rs 115.80b

22 December 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has cleared seven development projects worth Rs 115.80 billion during its meeting held on Thursday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. ...


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Next elections to be held in October 2023, reiterates Planning Minister

21 December 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal has reiterated the next general elections in the country will be held in October 2023 based on the 7th Digital Population & Housing Census 2022. ...


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Role of Space Technology for country’s socio-economic development is vital: Ahsan Iqbal

19 December 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal has said that the role of Space Technology for a country's socio-economic development is inevitable while Pakistan has to achieve a lot to compete with the world. He made these remarks while addressing at th...


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Minister for Planning and Development while chairing a meeting to review the progress on implementation status of CPEC Projects

16 December 2022

The meeting was held in the Ministry of Planning and Development that was attended by Mr.Tariq Fatemi, Special Assistant to Prime Minister, officials from Ministries of Interior , Foreign Affairs , Energy , Communication , Commerce, Aviation; Board of Investment, Embassy of Pakistan - Beijing,...


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Minister emphasizes expanding partnership between Oxford University, Pakistan in education sector

12 December 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday emphasized the need to expand the partnership between Oxford University, Pakistan in the education sector to facilitate Pakistani students. The Minister made these remarks, while addressing the hig...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت اجلاس

12 December 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت اجلاس اجلاس میں 20 پسماندہ اضلاع سے تعلق رکھنے والے ممبر قومی اسمبلی شریک پاکستان میں ترقی کی جغرافیائی ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا ا انسانی حقوق کے عالمی دن پر پیغام 10دسمبر کو انسانی حقوق کا عالمی دن ہے: احسن اقبال

10 December 2022

اس دن کے حوالے سے میرا پیغام ان سینیٹری ورکرز کے لئے ہے جو نہایت محنت کر کہ ہمارے ملک کے گلی محلے اور کوچوں کو صاف رکھتے ہیں ۔ احسن اقبال سینیٹری ورکرز پاکستان ک...


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Planning Minister inaugurates Governance Lab, announces major steps to fight corruption

9 December 2022

In order to ensure good governance and transparency in the country, the Federal Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives on Friday formally inaugurated the Governance Innovation Lab at the Ministry of Science & Technology on the occasion of International Anti-Corruption Day. ...


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اگلے عام انتخابات اکتوبر 2023 میں ساتویں ڈیجیٹل مردم شماری کے ذریعے ہونگے، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی ماسٹرز ٹرینرز کی ٹریننگ کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب

6 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ اگلے عام انتخابات اکتوبر 2023 میں ساتویں ڈیجٹل مردم شماری کے تحت ہی ہونگے۔ ان خیا...


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بلوچستان ریذیڈنشیل کالج، لورالائی میں ڈیجیٹل لائبریری اور سولر سسٹم کے قیام کے لیے فنڈز کا جلد اجراء کیا جائے گا، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

6 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے بلوچستان ریزیڈنشیل کالج ،لورالائی کے طلباء کو کیمپس میں ڈیجیٹل لائبریری اور سولر سسٹم کے ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسراحسن اقبال سے ڈنمارک کے سفیر جیکب لنولف کی ملاقات

6 December 2022

پاکستان اور ڈنمارک کے مابین تعلقات مضبوط کرنے میں پاکستانی تارکین وطن کا کردار قابل ستائش ہے : احسن اقبال دونوں ممالک شمسی توانائی ، تعلیم اور تجارت کے شعبوں می...


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Planning Minister urges South Asian countries for making joint efforts in achieving common SDGs

5 December 2022

Federal Minster for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal has called upon the regional countries to make joint efforts in achieving common goals of poverty alleviation, literacy, sustainable socio-economic development, and mitigation of climate disaster impacts. ...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال کا نیشنل فلڈ ریسپانس اینڈ کوآرڈینیشن سینٹر کو خراج تحسین

5 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال نے کہاکہ سیلاب کی آفت سے نمٹنے کیلئے سارا ملک اکٹھا ہوگیا۔تمام اداروں،سول سوسائٹی اور حکومت نے...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے سری لنکا کے وزیر مملکت برائے خزانہ شیہان سیما سنگھے سے ملاقات

5 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے سری لنکا کے وزیر مملکت برائے خزانہ شیہان سیما سنگھے سے ملاقات کورونا کی وبا نے دنیا بھر کی معیشت کو متاثر کیا ...


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سینڑل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی کا ملک کے نوجوانوں کے لیے 47 ارب روپے کے 6 منصوبوں کی منظوری نوجوانوں کو بہترین مواقع فراہم کرنا حکومت کی اولین ترجیح ہے، وفاقی منصوبہ بندی، احسن اقبال

5 December 2022

سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈبلیو ڈی پی) نے پیر کو وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی صدارت میں ملک کے نوجوانوں کے لیے 47 ار...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت اسلام آباد میں ٹیچر انسٹی ٹیوٹ قائم کرنے کے حوالے سے اجلاس

2 December 2022

پاکستان کو علم پہ مبنی معیشت میں ڈھالنے کے لئے تعلیم کے نظام کو یکسر تبدیل کرنا ہے : وفاقی وزیر اسلام آباد میں جدید ترین ادارہ قائم کیا جا رہا ہے جو صوبوں کے لئے ...


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بلوچستان کی ترقی کے کیے وفاقی حکومت پرعزم ہے، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی تمام منصوبے ترجیح بنیادوں پر مکمل ہونگے، احسن اقبال

2 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقیات اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ وفاقی حکومت بلوچستان کی ترقی کے کیے بھرپور اقدامات اٹھا رہی ہے اور تمام ترقیاتی م...


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تعمیری معاشرے کیلئے تعلیم ناگزیر ہے،یونیورسٹیاں دور حاضر کو دیکھتے ہوئے نصابی سرگرمیوں کو فروغ دیں، وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال

1 December 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ تعمیری معاشرے کیلئے تعلیم ناگزیر ہے،یونیورسٹیاں دور حاضر کو دیکھتے ہوئے نصابی سرگرمیوں کو فروغ دیں، دنیا م...


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Access to higher education is one of the key to growth, development: Ahsan Iqbal Addresses on Int’l summit on education

30 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal said that the access to higher education is one of the keys to growth and development, and the incumbent government is committed to provide access to education to underprivileged segments of our society. Th...


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Planning Ministry Conducts Seminar in FJWU to spread awareness on pro-women legislation

30 November 2022

YDFs of Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives conducted seminar in FJWU as part of 16 days of activism on behalf of the Planning Commission. The seminar was held to spread awareness among women regarding pro-women legislature. The penalists from FIA, NCSW, and FJWU gave ...


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وزارت منصوبہ بندی کا ڈونرز کے ساتھ بحالی تعمیر نو پر مبنی جامع ورک پر کام تیز، 4RFs پر مبنی فریم ورک جنوری میں ڈونرز کانفرنس میں باقاعدہ پیش کیا جائے گا۔

30 November 2022

وزارت منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات اگلے ہفتے بین الاقوامی شراکت داروں کے ساتھ سیلاب کے بعد بحالی، تعمیر نو پر مبنی (4RFs) کا ایک جامع فریم ورک شیئر کرے گی تاک...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے چینی سفیر نونگ رانگ کی ملاقات

30 November 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے چینی سفیر نونگ رانگ کی ملاقات ملاقات میں سی پیک منصوبوں پر بات چیت پاکستان کی بھرپور مدد کرنے کے عزم ...


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Late journalist Ziauddin to be conferred Sitara-e-Imtiaz: Ahsan Iqbal

29 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives announced to confer Sitara-e-Imtiaz — the country’s third-highest civilian honour — to the late journalist Ziauddin for his contribution in the field of journalism while paying tribute to him on his first death anniversary on...


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16-day campaign against gender violence kicks off by Planning Ministry Establishes Gender Unit. No country can progress without active participation of women: Ahsan Iqbal

25 November 2022

The Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives has launched a 16 days campaign against Gender Based Violence (GBV) and established a Gender Unit in the ministry amid the socioeconomic empowerment of women to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women ...


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Planning Minister stresses for investing in higher education Development of Balochistan is a top priority of govt: Ahsan Iqbal

24 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the need for investing in higher education to create upward social mobility while reiterating that the government is committed to uplift Balochistan. The Minister made these remarks while addressi...


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China acknowledges Ahsan Iqbal’s contribution in CPEC promotion Terms 11th JCC, PM Shahbaz Sharif's vist to China a great success

24 November 2022

Chinese For­eign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian has acknowledged contribution of Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal by calling him an active supporter of progress under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Noting relevant reports, Zhao Lijia...


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Planning Ministry to establish GIL to ensure transparency in governance

23 November 2022

In order to ensure good governance and transparency in the country, the Ministry for Planning Development & Special Initiatives has decided to establish Governance Innovation Lab (GIL). The announcement was made on Wednesday during a roundtable on good governance and transparency, organized by ...


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Development Fellows program empowers youth to learn public policy matters: Ahsan Iqbal 40 YDFs takes oath from Minister

22 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday reiterated that government is committed to provide opportunities to the youth and Young Development Fellows (YDFs) program is one the initiative, which was restarted aimed to empower them to learn p...


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Minister reviews CPEC project after 11th JCC, PM China’s visit Directs stakeholders to expedite process

22 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday reviewed progress over CPEC projects after the 11th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting held last month and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s recent visit to China while directed the concerned...


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Minister shows displeasure over unnecessary delay in execution of Narowal Sports City

21 November 2022

Federal Minister Planning and Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday directed the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) and Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) to submit PC-1 of the Narowal Sports City on November 30. The Minister made these directions while c...


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ملک ڈیفالٹ ہونے کی خبروں میں کوئی صداقت نہیں، احسن اقبال کا جدہ میں خطاب

20 November 2022

جدہ ، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے سابقہ حکومت نے حکومت کے چلے جانے کا غم اسقدر لیا ہے کہ پوری قوم کو ایک دوسرے کا گریبان پکڑا دیا ہے، احسن اقبال...


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Planning Commission gears up efforts to implement flood recovery framework

18 November 2022

The Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives has geared up its efforts to implement the Resilient Recovery and Reconstruction Framework (3 RD) while engaging the donors before presenting it to the donor conference to be held soon. ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی فریینڈز آف گریننگ نیشنل انوسٹمنٹ پلان برائے جنوبی افریقہ اور ترقی پزیر ممالک کے حوالے سے پینل مباحثہ میں شرکت

17 November 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی فریینڈز آف گریننگ نیشنل انوسٹمنٹ پلان برائے جنوبی افریقہ اور ترقی پزیر ممالک کے حوالے سے پینل مباحثہ میں شرکت پاک...


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Minister urges developed countries to establish special fund to help calamity-hit Pakistan

17 November 2022

Sharm El-Sheikh: Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal urged the developed countries to establish a special fund to help calamity-hit Pakistan. Climate change is not just a reality but a nightmare for Pakistan as 33 million of its population b...


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وفاقی وزیرمنصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال کی شرم الشیخ میں کوپ27اجلاس کے موقع پر پاکستان میں حالیہ سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں سے متعلق بریفنگ

16 November 2022

وفاقی وزیرمنصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال کی شرم الشیخ میں کوپ27اجلاس کے موقع پر پاکستان میں حالیہ سیلاب کی تباہ کاریوں سے متعلق بریفنگ بارشوں اور سیلاب کے نتیجے م...


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Secretary Planning Sayed Zafar Ali Shah chaired a meeting to review the progress and way forward of the Resilient Recovery and Reconstruction Framework (3RD)

16 November 2022

Secretary Planning Sayed Zafar Ali Shah chaired a meeting to review the progress and way forward of the Resilient Recovery and Reconstruction Framework (3RD) here in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting was attended by major development partners including WB, ADB, EU, and UNDP, and the 3RF proce...


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مستقبل کے سماجی اقتصادی روڈ میپ پاکستان آؤٹ لک 2035 شروع کرنیکا فیصلہ: وزارت منصوبہ بندی آوٹ لک 2035 کا باقاعدہ آغاز 2023 میں کیا جائے گا, وفاقی وزیر

14 November 2022

وزات منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات نے پاکستان کے مستقبل کے ترقیاتی منظر نامے کی تعمیر کے بارے میں جلد ایک جامع سڈی پاکستان آؤٹ لک 2035 شروع کرے گا، جو موجودہ معا...


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سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی کا پاکستان کے 20 غریب ترین اور پسماندہ اضلاع کی ترقی کے منصوبے منظوری کیلئے ایکنک کو بھیجنے کی سفارش

12 November 2022

وزارت منصوبہ بندی، ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات نے پاکستان بھر کے 20 غریب ترین اضلاع کے لیے خصوصی ترقیاتی اقدامات پر مشتمل 5 سالہ (2022-27) منصوبے کا آغاز کیا ہے جسکو سینڑل ڈو...


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صحت کے شعبہ میں درپیش چیلنجز سے نمٹنے کےلئے پاکستان چین سے بھرپور فائدہ اٹھائے گا، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال

11 November 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے سی پیک کے تحت پاکستان اور چین کے درمیان مزید تعاون کے فروغ پر زور دیا. ان خیالات کو اظہ...


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سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی کا 139 ارب روپے کی مالیت کے پانچ ترقیاتی منصوبے ایکنک کو بھیجنے کی منظوری

11 November 2022

سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی) نے وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت جمعہ کو ہونے والے اجلاس میں 139 ارب ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی صدر چائنیز پیپلز ایسوسی ایشن فار فرینڈشپ اینڈ فارن کنٹریز (CPAFFC) سے ملاقات

10 November 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی چائنیز پیپلز ایسوسی ایشن فار فرینڈشپ اور فارن کنٹریز (CPAFFC) کے صدر Lin Songtian کی قیادت میں چھ رکنی وفد نے ملاقات کی اور چین ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کا ننکانہ صاحب میں تقریب سے خطاب

8 November 2022

بابا کورونا ک کے 553جنم دن کے موقع پر سکھ برادری کو مبارک باد دیتا ہوں وزیر اعظم کی نمائندگی کررہا ہوں کیونکہ وزیر اعظم بیرون ملک ہیں سیلاب سے تباہ کاریوں کے حوال...


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معاشرے سے پولرائزیشن کے خاتمے کے لیے جنگی بنیادوں پر اقدامات کی ضرورت ہے، وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی

8 November 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ عمران خان پر حالیہ حملہ ایک ویک اپ کال ہے جبکہ ان پر بھی ایک ایسے ہی نوجوان نے 201...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی برطانوی ہائی کمشنر سے ملاقات

7 November 2022

برطانوی ہائی کمشنر کرسچن ٹرنر نے پیر کو وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال سے ملاقات کی اور باہمی دلچسپی کے امور اور مختلف شعبوں میں دوطر...


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Minister directs PBS for timely completion of 7th Population &Housing Census 2022

7 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday directed Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) to send a fresh summary to the Council of Common Interest and Prime Minister Office with a fresh timeline over the 7th Digital Census 2022. ...


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Sub campus of Agriculture University Faisalabad to be set-up in Narowal, says Ahsan Iqbal

5 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning and Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has said that a sub- campus of University of Agriculture Faisalabad would be set up in Narowal in order to produce skilled manpower and tangible research work in the area for agricultural uplift. The m...


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نیشنل فلڈ رسپانس اینڈ کوآرڈینیشن سینٹر

4 November 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت نیشنل فلڈ ریسپانس اینڈ کوآرڈی نیشن سینٹر کا اجلاس اسلام آباد : اجلاس میں چیئر...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا ینگ ڈیولپمنٹ فیلو YDFs کے 5ویں بیچ کا باقاعدہ آغاز

4 November 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے جمعہ کو وزارت میں ینگ ڈویلپمنٹ فیلوز (YDFs) پروگرام کا باقاعدہ آغاز کر دیا ہے جس کا مقصد نوج...


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Women play a vital role in development of country: Iqbal

3 November 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal said that Women play a vital role in the development of any country and the development process of such countries remained slow where the women are not given equal opportunities. ...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی احسن اقبال کا وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف کے ساتھ دو روزہ دورہ چین کی روانگی سے قبل بات چیت

1 November 2022

اس دورے میں مختلف شعبوں میں مفاہمت کی متعدد یادداشتوں اور معاہدوں پر دستخط ہونگے، احسن اقبال وسیع پیمانے پر دوطرفہ تعاون کے ایجنڈے کو آگے بڑھانے اور سی پیک جوائ...


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وزات منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت ینگ ڈیولپمنٹ فلیوز YDFs کا وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں باقاعدہ کام شروع ایک سال کا انٹرشیپ پروگرام وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی نے شروع کیا

1 November 2022

40 سے زائد ینگ ڈویلپمنٹ فیلوز (YDFs) نے منگل کو وزارت کی جانب سے شروع کیے گئے ایک سالہ انٹرن شپ پروگرام کے لیے وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں باقاعدہ کام شروع کر دیا ہے. ینگ ڈیو...


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Chinese envoy meets Ahsan Iqbal, discusses CPEC projects

31 October 2022

Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong on Monday called on Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal and discussed projects related to the CPEC aimed the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to China. ...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی احسن اقبال کا آفت کے بحالی پروگرام کی ضروریات پر رپورٹ کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب

28 October 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی احسن اقبال کا آفت کے بحالی پروگرام کی ضروریات پر رپورٹ کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب پاکستان کو سیلاب 2022 سے 30 بلین ڈالر سے زائد کا مع...


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Flood damages & economic losses are estimates over USD 30 billion and reconstruction needs over USD 16 billion - New Assessment

28 October 2022

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Friday launched the Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) report with the estimates of over 30$ b of damages and losses of Flood 2022. ...


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جوائینٹ کاپرویشن کمیٹی کا 11 ویں اجلاس وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال اور وائس چئیرمین این ڈی آر سی کے لن نین شیو کی صدارت منعقد

27 October 2022

جوائینٹ کاپرویشن کمیٹی کا 11 ویں اجلاس وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی احسن اقبال اور وائس چئیرمین این ڈی آر سی کے لن نین شیو کی صدارت منعقد وائس چئیرمین این ڈ...


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11th JCC concludes with revival of CPEC MoUs to be signed on PM's visit to China on Nov 1

27 October 2022

The meeting of 11th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was held in Islamabad on Thursday through video conference with both sides expressed satisfaction over the ongoing projects under CPEC while several projects were proposed. ...


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CDWP clears KCR projects worth 292.389 b

25 October 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has cleared Karachi Circular Railway Project (KCR) worth Rs 292.389 billion during its meeting held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal. The meeting was attende...


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قائمہ کمیٹی برائے ترقی اور منصوبہ بندی کا اجلاس, وفاق وزیر پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی بریفنگ

25 October 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی ترقی واصلاحات وخصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ اگلے پانچ سال میں ملکی برآمدات 30 ارب سے 100 ارب ڈالر تک لے جانے کی ضرورت ہے،گزشتہ...


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Ahsan Iqbal inaugurates International Conference, Pakistan Water Week 2022 _The conference focuses improving water governance, strengthen water, food security, nature-based solutions_

24 October 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday inaugurated the International Conference on Pakistan Water Week 2022 with theme, Role of Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem (WEFE) Nexus for a Climate Resilient Pakistan, organised by the International Wat...


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Inequalities must be eliminated to achieve the sustainable development goals: Iqbal

24 October 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal said that inequalities must be eliminated to achieve the sustainable development goals as modern societies are thriving with modern economy. ...


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Third meeting of JWG held

24 October 2022

The third meeting of Joint Working Group (JWG) between the government of Pakistan and People’s Republic of China was held on Monday to review the long-term plan of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). ...


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نوجوانوں کو کھیلوں کے بہترین مواقع دینے میں حکومت پرعزم, وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی

22 October 2022

زلمی ہارمونی لیگ سیزن ٹو کا اسلام آباد میں آغاز ہوگیا. وفاقی وزیر پروفیسر احسن اقبال افتتاحی تقریب کے مہمان خصوصی تھے. پاکستان سویٹ ہوم کے چیرمین زمرد خان ، فادر ...


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Prime objective is to empower youth of the country: Ahsan Iqbal

21 October 2022

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiative has geared up the process to implement the five major Youth Development Initiatives announced by the Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Thursday. “The empowering the underprivileged youth by drastically increasing opportunities for...


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وزرات منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور وخصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت سرمایہ کاری کے بغیر کوئی ملک ترقی میں کر سکتا: وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی

21 October 2022

وفاقی وزیر پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ تحریک انصاف کی حکومت نے 4 سال میں ترقیاتی بجٹ بڑھانے کی بجائے گھٹا دیا،سرمایہ کاری کے بغیر کوئی ملک ترقی نہیں کر سکتا. ا...


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Seerat Conference held at HEC

21 October 2022

The way of life (Seerah) of the Holy Prophet ﷺ is as relevant to resolving the contemporary challenges of the Muslim world as it was over 1400 years ago. This was stated by Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal while addressing Seerat Conference: Cont...


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وزیراعظم شہباز شریف آج یوم آزادی کی 75ویں سالگرہ کی مناسبت سے 'ینگ ڈیولپمنٹ انیشیٹوز‘ کا افتتاح کریں گے

20 October 2022

وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف پاکستان کی 75 ویں یوم آزادی کی مناسب کے حوالے سے آج پی ایم ہاؤس میں 'ینگ ڈویلپمنٹ انیشیٹوز' کا باقاعدہ افتتاح کریں گے. یہ اقدام وفاقی وزیر برائے ...


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Iqbal reviews progress on next 11th JCC meeting

18 October 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday reviewed progress over the next 11th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting to be held at the end of this month. ...


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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty – 17th October

17 October 2022

On this day today, I want to emphasis on Government of Pakistan’s commitment for eradicating poverty from the country in all its forms and dimensions as embodied in Goal#1 of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It remains one of the top priorities of our government and greatest chall...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے چین کے سفیر نونگ رونگ کی ملاقات

17 October 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے چین کے سفیر نونگ رونگ کی ملاقات ملاقات میں توانائی و بجلی کے منصوبوں پر باہمی تعاون سے متعلقہ امور پر بات چیت سی پیک...


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Ahsan Iqbal seeks support from Korean envoy in establishment of Gandhara University, Taxila

12 October 2022

The Korean Ambassador Suh Sangpyo to Pakistan called on Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday. The minister commended the deep ties between Pakistan and Korea in various fields. ...


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PD&SI launches mental health guide & digital tool kit on World Mental Health Day

11 October 2022

Pakistan has formally launched the Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) model which is multilayered and digitized, rights based, scalable and sustainable on the guidelines of World Health Organization (WHO) to mark the World Mental Health day. The MHPSS was launched on Tuesday with t...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا جشن عیدالمیلا دالنبی صَلَّی اللہُ عَلَیْہِ وَاٰلِہٖ وَسَلَّمْ پر پیغام

8 October 2022

ہر سال پوری قوم عیدمیلا دالنبی صَلَّی اللہُ عَلَیْہِ وَاٰلِہٖ وَسَلَّمْ عقیدت و احترام سے بناتی ہے : وفاقی وزیر آنحضرت صَلَّی اللہُ عَلَیْہِ وَاٰلِہٖ وَسَلَّم...


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MINISTRY OF PLANNING & WHO JOINTLY CELEBRATING WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY

7 October 2022

Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (PD&SI) is holding a special event to mark World Mental Health Day on Oct 10, 2022. The theme for the ‘Make mental health and wellbeing for all a global priority. In view of the present humanitarian and economic crisis in the countr...


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Minister for Planning and Development Professor Ahsan Iqbal particpated as Chief Guest on Dialogue on Global Development initiative towards Global Security today in Islamabad

6 October 2022

Minister for Planning and Development Professor Ahsan Iqbal particpated as Chief Guest on Dialogue on Global Development initiative towards Global Security today in Islamabad . While addressing the audience as chief guest on the occassion , the Minister for Planning and Development Professor...


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وفاقی وزیراحسن اقبال کا اسلام آباد میں ایشیا پروڈکٹویٹی آرگنائزیشن کے زیراہتمام عالمی کانفرنس سے خطاب

6 October 2022

وفاقی وزیراحسن اقبال کا اسلام آباد میں ایشیا پروڈکٹویٹی آرگنائزیشن کے زیراہتمام عالمی کانفرنس سے خطاب عوام کی فلاح بہبود پرخرچ کیلیے ترقیاتی فنڈز کی ضرورت ہے۔...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا اسلامک یونیورسٹی فیصل کیمپس میں اسلاموفوبیا پر بین الاقوامی کانفرنس کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب

6 October 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی وترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا اسلامک یونیورسٹی فیصل کیمپس میں اسلاموفوبیا پر بین الاقوامی کانفرنس کی افتتاحی تقریب سے خطاب آج بلاشبہ اسلامو فو...


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Green Channel mechanism in Planning Ministry for processing the flood related projects : Ahsan Iqbal

6 October 2022

The Planning Minister directed to establish a Green Channel mechanism in Planning Ministry for processing the flood related projects on urgent basis to swiftly utilize the foreign multilateral funding . The Minister stated while chairing meeting that was convened under the Chairmanship of Feder...


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Climate induced disaster is a joint responsibility of the world with Pakistan: Secretary Planning

29 September 2022

Climate induced disaster is a joint responsibility of the world with Pakistan: Secretary Planning Deputy Head of Unit, South and South East Asia European Commission, Brussels Mr. Ian Hoskins called on Secretary Planning and Development Syed Zafar Ali Shah In the meeting , matters pertain...


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Provincial Administration to discourage undue Profiteering: Ahsan Iqbal

28 September 2022

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal chaired a National Price Control and Monitoring Meeting today in Islamabad to assess the implementation status of the decisions taken in the previous NPMC meeting. Chief Economist Dr. Nadeem Javaid, Officials f...


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INTERACTIVE SESSION OF MINISTER FOR PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & SPECIAL INITIATIVES WITH THE OFFICERS OF ECONOMISTS GROUP AND TECHNICAL SECTIONS OF THE MINISTRY

27 September 2022

The Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives while addressing the officers belonging to the Economic and Technical Sections of the Ministry in a meeting appreciated the role and performance of the officers in development of the country. He highlighted that during his last tenu...


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Iqbal engages key, economists, development stakeholders for rehabilitation plan for flood-affected

26 September 2022

In order to implement the rehabilitation plan for the flood-affected people, Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday engaged the country's top economists, key development stakeholders and donors before sending a comprehensive rehabilitatio...


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Iqbal asks alumni students from Hungarian university to share experience, suggestions

23 September 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday asked the Pakistani alumni from Hungarian universities to write a two-pager on their experience in Hungary as well as their suggestions for improvement in the Pakistani higher education system. Th...


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Iqbal urges students to prepare one packet of food for flood-affected mother, children

21 September 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday urged the students to become community mobilizers while preparing one packet of food for children and mothers in flood-affected areas and submit it to their respective universities. The Mini...


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وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال نے تحصیل خیر پور ناتھن شان میں پاکستان نیوی کے قائم کردہ خان پور ریلیف کیمپ کا جائیزہ لیا۔

18 September 2022

وفاقی وزیر احسن اقبال نے تحصیل خیر پور ناتھن شان میں پاکستان نیوی کے قائم کردہ خان پور ریلیف کیمپ کا جائیزہ لیا۔ انہیں صوبہ سندھ میں پاک نیوی کے ریسکیو مشن اور ریلی...


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Ahsan Iqbal urges academia, industry experts to bring innovation in all fields Planning Commission launches Innovation Support Project

15 September 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday emphasized the importance of innovation to get the desired results and urged the experts from academia and industry to play their role in bringing innovation in respective fields. He made these ...


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Ahsan Iqbal assures business community of all-out govt support

9 September 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday assured his full support to the business community and urged them to point out the bottleneck as the government will remove it without any delay. The Minister gave the assurance while speakin...


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Pakistan's exports to be increased by $ 100b soon: Ahsan Iqbal

8 September 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday said the incumbent government is committed to exceed Pakistan’s exports by $100b dollars soon and urged the country’s chambers of commerce industries to play their role in expanding exports. ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت سیلاب کے نقصانات کا جائزہ لینے کے لئے وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں اجلاس

7 September 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت سیلاب کے نقصانات کا جائزہ لینے کے لئے وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں اجلاس اجلاس میں عالمی اداروں کے نمائندوں کی ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی زیرصدارت نیشنل فلڈ رسپانس کارڈینیشن سینٹر کا اجلاس, سیلاب سے متعلق امدادی سرگرمیوں کا جائزہ, متعلقہ حکام کو نقصانات کا جائزہ لینے کے سروے تیز کرنے کی ہدایت

7 September 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے بدھ کے روز نیشنل ڈیزاسٹر مینجمنٹ اتھارٹی این ڈی ایم اے اور صوبائی ڈیزاسٹر مینجمنٹ اتھار...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی امریکی کانگریس کے وفد سے ملاقات

5 September 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی امریکی کانگریس کے وفد جس میں شیلا جیکسن، ٹام سوزی، آل گرین سے ملاقات کی. ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے امریکی سفیر ڈونلڈ بلوم سے ملاقات

1 September 2022

پاکستان میں امریکہ کے سفیر ڈونلڈ بلوم نے وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے ملاقات کی. ملاقات کے دوران امریکی سفیر نے حالیہ...


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NDMA directed to prepare SOPs in wake of recent rain flooding to avoid untoward incidents in future

30 August 2022

In order to avoid further untoward incidents in wake of the recent floods in the country, Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday directed National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to prepare a comprehensive SOPs in collaboration with...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کا بلوچستان حکومت کو گوادر سیف سٹی پروجیکٹ کو چھ ماہ میں مکمل کرنے کی ہدایات

30 August 2022

گوادر سیف سٹی پراجیکٹ (جی ایس سی پی) کو چھ ماہ میں مکمل کرنے کے لیے وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے منگل کو صوبائی حکومت بل...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور فیڈرل ریلیف کمیٹی کے چئیرمین پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت سیلابی صورتحال پر اجلاس

29 August 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور فیڈرل ریلیف کمیٹی کے چئیرمین پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت سیلابی صورتحال پر اجلاس این ڈی ایم کی جانب سے امدادی کاروائیوں پر بریفن...


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گزشتہ چار سالوں میں نیشنل فلڈ پروٹیکشن پروگرام عدم توجہ کا شکار رہا, وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی

29 August 2022

فاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے افسوس کا اظہار کہا ہے کہ گزشتہ چار سالوں کے دوران سیلاب سے بچاؤ کے قومی پروگرام نیشنل فلڈ ...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور چئیرمین وفاقی فلڈ ریلیف کمیٹی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا نئی سیلابی حالات کے پیش نظر فلڈ ریلیف کمیٹی کا ہنگامی اجلاس

27 August 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور چئیرمین وفاقی فلڈ ریلیف کمیٹی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا نئی سیلابی حالات کے پیش نظر فلڈ ریلیف کمیٹی کا ہنگامی اجلاس اجلاس میں وفاقی وزی...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت ملک میں سیلابی صورتحال پر جائزہ اجلاس

25 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت ملک میں سیلابی صورتحال پر جائزہ اجلاس وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی متعلقہ حکام کو سیلاب زدہ علاقوں ک...


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Iqbal appreciates APCEA for donating Rs 15.5m in PM Flood Relief Fund

25 August 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday extended gratitude to All Pakistan Chinese Enterprises’ Association (APECA) which has donated Rs 15.5 million to the Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund in the wake of recent flood that hit the ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پرفیسر احسن اقبال کی اقوام متحدہ کے ورلڈ فوڈ پروگرام کی خصوصی مشیر اردن کی شہزادی سارہ زید سے ملاقات

25 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے صحت کے شعبہ میں بالخصوص بچوں میں غذاہیت کی کمی, زچہ وبچہ کہ دیکھ بھال جیسے مسائل کو اجاگر کرنے پہ زور دیا. وفاقی وزیر ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا نادرا ہیڈ کوارٹرز نادرا کے 24 سٹاف ویئر انجینئرز میں سرٹیفیکٹ تقسیمِ جنہوں نے پائلٹ ڈیجیٹل مردم شماری کا سافٹ وئیر تیار کیا

24 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے بدھ کو نادرا ہیڈ کوارٹرز کا دورہ کیا. چیئرمین نادرا طارق ملک نے وفاقی حکومت کے اقدامات کی تکمیل کے لیے حال...


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Infrastructure to be rebuilt to withstand the threat coming from weather change, says Ahsan Iqbal

19 August 2022

The world is experiencing the worst impact of climate change as Pakistan has minimal carbon footprint but among the most vulnerable countires affected by climate change that we need to proactively mitigate the risks and cannot afford to wait till full calamity hits the country , Minister for P...


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پاکستان ملکی معیشت کو ریڈ زون سے نکالنے میں کامیاب ، ریکوری کی طرف گامزن, وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال

18 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے کہا ہے کہ موجودہ حکومت ملکی معیشت کو ریڈ زون سے نکالنے میں کامیاب ہو گئی ہے اور ملک اب ریکور...


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Ahsan Iqbal advocates establishment of “Global Sustainable Infrastructure Fund

18 August 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Prof Ahsan Iqbal said that through the international cooperation for investments in sustainable infrastructure, Pakistan & developing countries could “turbo charge” the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development...


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Joint survey to be carried out by federal, provinces to assess damages caused by recent floods: Ahsan

17 August 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has directed the National Disaster Management Authority to take measures in cohort with provincial governments to carry out a joint survey assessing the damages caused by recent floods in the country. The C...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کا 11ویں جے سی سی اجلاس کی تیاریوں کا جائزہ

17 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی و خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے بدھ کو سی پیک منصوبوں کی پیشرفت اور اگلی مشترکہ تعاون کمیٹی (جے سی سی) کے اجلاس کی تیاریوں ک...


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Exports led-growth holds key to national development: Ahsan Iqbal Commends ICCI for taking initiatives by dialogue on charter of economy

16 August 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal said that exports-led growth holds the key to national development and country's production to be synchronized with international standards. ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کی ترکی کے مذہبی امور کے صدر سے ملاقات, اسلام کی حقیقی تصویر کو عام کرنے پر زور

12 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے ترکی کے مذہبی امور کے صدر پروفیسر ڈاکٹر علی ایرباش سے ملاقات کے دوران گڈ گورننس، انسانی ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کہ این ڈی ایم اے ، صوبائی حکومتوں کو سیلاب زدہ علاقوں میں ریلیف اسسمنٹ سروے تیزی کرنے کی ہدایت

12 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی اور خصوصی اقدامات کے پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے نیشنل ڈیزاسٹر مینجمنٹ اتھارٹی (این ڈی ایم اے), آزاد جموں و کشمیر (اے جے کے) , گلگٹ بلتستان (جی ...


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Lack of integrated energy planning in the previous government affects energy sector:Iqbal

5 August 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has said the lack of integrated energy planning in the previous government has affected the energy sector in a result country is facing energy crisis There is a dire need for the integration of energy man...


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وزارت منصوبہ بندی کی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات کی وزارت وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی کی چین کے ساتھ درآمدی حجم کو بڑھانے کی ہدایت

3 August 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال نے عالمی رجحان کو مدنظر رکھتے ہوئے متعلقہ حکام کو ہدایت جاری کی ہیں کہ وہ مارکیٹ ڈریون اپرو...


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Iqbal directs PBS, NADRA to prepare a draft for summary to be send CII

3 August 2022

After successful completion of country’s first pilot digital census on Wednesday, Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal has directed the key stakeholders __Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) and National Database Registration Authority (NADRA)...


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Minister for developing dashboards to monitor economic activities daily Directs PBS, IT Ministry to complete the task

2 August 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Tuesday directed Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) and Ministry of Information and Technology to develop a dashboard in order to monitor the daily activities of the economy in the country and to promote the innovative projects...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے ہائیر ایجوکیشن کمیشن کے نئے چئیرمین ڈاکٹر مختار احمد کی ملاقات

1 August 2022

وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے ہائیر ایجوکیشن کمیشن کے نئے چئیرمین ڈاکٹر مختار احمد کی ملاقات وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی کی ڈاکٹر مختار احمد کو عہدہ ...


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Ms. Yuki Takemoto, Country Director for UNAIDS called upon Mr. Syed Zafar Ali Shah, Secretary, Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives here in Islamabad

28 July 2022

Ms. Yuki Takemoto, Country Director for UNAIDS called upon Mr. Syed Zafar Ali Shah, Secretary, Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives here in Islamabad on Thursday. Both the dignitaries discussed the current situation and future strategies to combat the looming concentrated ep...


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Ahsan Iqbal urges Parliamentarians to play their role in achieving SDGs

27 July 2022

Federal Minister for Planning,Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal urged the Parliamentarians to play their role in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to eliminate poverty and hunger from Pakistan by 2030 and ensure the necessary resources and legislation is in pl...


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وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی پروفیسر احسن اقبال سے پاکستان میں ترکی کے سفیر مہمت پچاجی کی ملاقات

27 July 2022

پاکستان اور ترکی کے مابین تعلقات تاریخی اور مذہبی بنیادوں پر ہیں : وفاقی وزیر ترکی کے لئے پاکستانی عوام کے دل میں خصوصی جزبات ہیں : وفاقی وزیر وفاقی وزیر کا پاک...


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Roundtable on Building Human Capital for Digital Revolution

26 July 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal directed IT experts from academia, Industry, and Higher Education Commission HEC to s to jointly work for a holistic development of Pakistan’s IT sector. He made these remarks while addressing a Roundtab...


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2nd MEETING OF CENSUS MONITORING COMMITTEE HELD ON 26th July 2022

26 July 2022

2nd meeting of the Census Monitoring Committee to oversee/ monitor Census activities to ensure an expeditious, transparent and credible census operation was held on 26th July 2022 under the chair of Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission (DCPC) at Ministry of Planning, Development...


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این ڈی آر ایم ایف کی محکمہ زراعت خیبر پختونخواہ کو ہارٹیکلچر کے فروغ اور موسمیاتی تبدیلیوں کی ادارک کے لئے 2899.67 ملین روپے کی گرانٹ

25 July 2022

اسلام آباد نیشنل ڈیزاسٹر رسک مینجمنٹ فنڈ (این ڈی ایم آر ایف)کی جانب سےخیبرپختونخوا کے محکمہ زراعت، لائیو سٹاک، فشریز اینڈ کوآپریٹو ڈیپارٹمنٹ کو صوبے میں ہارٹیکلچ...


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Secretary PD&SI directs IT section to start e-office system

6 July 2022

The Secretary Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives Syed Zafar Ali Shah on Tuesday directed Information Technology of the ministry to shift office records from manual system to automated documentation. ...


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Minister directs BOI, STZA to end ambiguity over laws

6 July 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives on Tuesday directed Secretary Board of Investment BOI and Chairman Special Technology Zone Authority (STZA) to remove all bottlenecks and development synergy amongst themselves to ensure that SEZs and STZAs are attractive propositi...


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PD&SI Minister is all set to present second VNR at United Nations from July 13-15

5 July 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal is all set to present second Voluntary National Review (VNR) at a High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF-2022) to be held at the United Nations from July 13 to 15. ...


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Minister urges civil servants to play their role in uplifting economy

4 July 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Monday urged the officials of the Senior Management Course (SMC) to play their constructive role at a time when the country is facing a worst economic crisis. The minister was addressing a delegation of ...


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وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت خوردنی تیل میں کفالت حاصل کرنے کے حوالے سے بنائے جانے والے پلانز کا جائزہ اجلاس

1 July 2022

وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی پروفیسر احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت خوردنی تیل میں کفالت حاصل کرنے کے حوالے سے بنائے جانے والے پلانز کا جائزہ اجلاس اجلاس میں نیشنل فوڈ سیکو...


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Minister for Planning and Development Prof. Ahsan Iqbal chaired a meeting to review Digital Connectivity of Balochistan and the connectivity of isolated Makran Network with main grid.

30 June 2022

Minister for Planning and Development Prof. Ahsan Iqbal chaired a meeting to review Digital Connectivity of Balochistan and the connectivity of isolated Makran Network with main grid. Advisor om Maritime Affairs, DG PTA CEO USF, senior officials from Ministry of Finance, chief Secretary B...


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گزشتہ دور حکومت میں ہم نے وژن 2025لانچ کیا۔ وژن2025 کا مقصد ملک کو ترقی یافتہ ممالک کی صف میں لانا تھا۔ ہم پاکستان کو دوبارہ ترقی کی راہ پر لے کر آئیں گے۔ وفاقی وزیر منصوبہ بندی و ترقی جناب احسن اقبال

28 June 2022

ہمارا مقصد درپیش چیلنجز سے نمٹنا ہے۔ اگلی نسل کو ترقی یافتہ ملک دینا ہے۔ ہمارے نوجوانوں میں بےپناہ صلاحیت ہے۔ ہمیں نوجوانوں کو آگے بڑھنے کے مواقع فراہم کرنا ہوں گ...


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سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی کا 34.8 ارب روپے کے 13 منصوبے منظور جبکہ 107.5ارب روپے کے 6 منصوبے منظوری کے لئے ایکنک کو بھیجنے کی سفارش

27 June 2022

27 جون اسلام آباد : سینٹرل ڈویلپمنٹ ورکنگ پارٹی (سی ڈی ڈبلیو پی) نے پیر کو ہونے والے اجلاس میں 34.8 ارب روپے کے 13 ترقیاتی منصوبوں کی منظوری دے دی ہے جبکہ 107.5 ارب کے 6 منص...


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Federal Minister Professor Ahsan Iqbal said “Innovation is key to future economic success”. Our researchers and scientists are national assets.

17 June 2022

Federal Minister Professor Ahsan Iqbal said “Innovation is key to future economic success”. Our researchers and scientists are national assets. Government has launched Rs 7 billion innovation fund to support innovation in various sectors. The development budget for HEC has been increased b...


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پلان کوآرڈینیشن کمیٹی کا سالانہ اجلاس وفاقی وزیر اور ڈپٹی چیئرمین پلاننگ کمیشن احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت شروع

4 June 2022

پلان کوآرڈینیشن کمیٹی کا سالانہ اجلاس وفاقی وزیر اور ڈپٹی چیئرمین پلاننگ کمیشن احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت شروع اجلاس میں سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ ، صوبائی و ...


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سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ کا اے پی سی سی کے اجلاس سے خطاب

4 June 2022

سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ کا اے پی سی سی کے اجلاس سے خطاب سیکرٹری پلاننگ نے اجلاس میں شرکت کرنے والے تمام ممبران کا شکریہ ادا کیا آج کا اجلاس انتہائی اہ...


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پی ایس ڈی پی ترقیاتی بجٹ 2023-2022 کا جائزہ اجلاس ابھی تک جاری

1 June 2022

پی ایس ڈی پی ترقیاتی بجٹ 2023-2022 کا جائزہ اجلاس ابھی تک جاری اجلاس کے پہلے مرحلے میں ایچ آئی سی اور انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی کے پراجیکٹس کا جائزہ سید ظفر علی شاہ کا من...


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سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ کی وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف اور چینی سرمایہ داروں سے متعق اجلاس میں سی پیک منصوبوں کے حوالے سے بریفنگ

30 May 2022

سیکرٹری پلاننگ سید ظفر علی شاہ کی وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف اور چینی سرمایہ داروں سے متعق اجلاس میں سی پیک منصوبوں کے حوالے سے بریفنگ سیکرٹری پلاننگ نے پاکستان میں ک...


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Newly-appointed Secretary PD&SI for reorganizing Ministry

28 May 2022

The newly-appointed Secretary Ministry for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Syed Zafar Ali Shah on Saturday directed concerned officers to conduct studies in order to restructure and reorganize the Ministry. ...


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On the occasion of UNESCAP 78th Session, Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives in collaboration with Embassy of Pakistan in Bangkok, Statistics Division of UNESCAP, UNICEF and UNFPA organized a Side Event on "Building a More Resilient Future with Inclusive Civil Registration and Vital Statistics

28 May 2022

On the occasion of UNESCAP 78th Session, Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives in collaboration with Embassy of Pakistan in Bangkok, Statistics Division of UNESCAP, UNICEF and UNFPA organized a Side Event on "Building a More Resilient Future with Inclusive Civil Registration...


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Minister of Planning Development and Special Initiatives chaired a preparatory meeting on joint working group on Transport Infrastructure which was attended by officials from CPEC Authority, NHA , Gawadar Port Authority and senior officers from Ministry of Planning and Railways .

20 May 2022

Minister of Planning Development and Special Initiatives chaired a preparatory meeting on joint working group on Transport Infrastructure which was attended by officials from CPEC Authority, NHA , Gawadar Port Authority and senior officers from Ministry of Planning and Railways . In the meet...


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CDWP considering resource constraints for development budget

18 May 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) is considering resource constraint for the development budget following a rigid approach towards National Development Framework. The forum cleared four development projects worth Rs 71.4b during its meeting held on Wednesday. ...


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The 105th meeting of the National Accounts Committee to review the final, revised and provisional estimates of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the years 2019-20, 2020-21 and 2021-22 respectively was held today

18 May 2022

The 105th meeting of the National Accounts Committee to review the final, revised and provisional estimates of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the years 2019-20, 2020-21 and 2021-22 respectively was held today in the Auditorium of Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives (MoPD...


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PD&SI Minister pays visit at Gawdar

17 May 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday said that the development projects in Gawdar under China Pakistan Economic Corridor CPEC will be resumed at the same spirit of 2013 and all issues will be resolved amicably. ...


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Planning Commission disseminate study to inform gender mainstreaming across public sector offices

12 May 2022

Following the launch of the National Gender Policy Framework for Pakistan and the declaration of 2022 as “year of female employees”, the Planning Commission disseminated the results of a survey conducted to assess gender conduciveness of work environment in public sector workplaces. ...


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Cancer Hospital in ICT to be revived soon: Ahsan Iqbal Project was shelved by previous gov't

12 May 2022

Federal Minister for Planning,Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday announced to restart the first state-of-the-art cancer hospital in Islamabad which was shelved by the previous government. The Minister made this announcement through a message on twitter while ...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال کی زیر صدارت بلوچستان میں اعلی تعلیمی منصوبوں کا جائزہ اجلاس

10 May 2022

جلاس میں ایچ ای سی کے عہدہداران کی شرکت بلوچستان میں یونیورسٹیز کے لئے پانچ ہزار نئے سکالر شپس کی سکیم تیار کی جائے: احسن اقبال بلوچستان کے نوجوانوں کو تعلیم ا...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال سے امریکی ناظم الامور انجیلا اگیلر کی الوداعی ملاقات

10 May 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی احسن اقبال سے امریکی ناظم الامور انجیلا اگیلر کی الوداعی ملاقات ملاقات میں باہمی دلچسپی سے متعلق امور زیر غور آئے پاکستان اور امر...


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Vice President WB appreciates Planning Commission’s efforts

9 May 2022

The World Bank Regional Vice President for South Asia, Hartwig Schafer on Monday held a meeting with Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr Mohammad Jahanzeb Khan and discussed the country’s development priorities and to support Pakistan’s ambitious reform program on economic growth strateg...


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PD& SI Minister hold meeting with Chinese investors Chinese appreciates Ahsan Iqbal's efforts

9 May 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal held a meeting with the heads of Chinese companies working on CPEC projects in order to resolve their issues and to expedite the projects. ...


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Security review meeting on CPEC to be held every month: Ahsan Iqbal

6 May 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has directed to ensure security review meeting to be held every month on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). ...


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CDWP clears three projects worth Rs 15.780b

28 April 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has cleared three development projects worth 15.7804 billion while recommending to the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for approval during its meeting held on Thursday. The CDWP considered 7 projects under the chairmanship of Deputy Chairman Pla...


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Chinese Charge d’ Affairs to Pakistan appreciates govt steps Ahsan Iqbal assures Pang Chunxue to uplift CPEC projects

26 April 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday told Chinese Charge d’ Affairs to Pakistan, Ms. Pang Chunxue that progress in China China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has been expedited since the new government came into power and regul...


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وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال کی وفاقی وزیر برائے تعلیم رانا تنویر کے ہمراہ تعلیمی نصاب کے جائزہ اجلاس کی صدارت

26 April 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی و ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات احسن اقبال کی وفاقی وزیر برائے تعلیم رانا تنویر کے ہمراہ تعلیمی نصاب کے جائزہ اجلاس کی صدارت اجلا س میں نئے ...


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Professor Ahsan Iqbal will visit Gwadar soon after Eidul-Fitr to review the progress of CPEC projects.

22 April 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal will visit Gwadar soon after Eidul-Fitr to review the progress of CPEC projects. The Minister on Friday visited the CPEC Authority Secretariat where Executive Director, CPEC, Qammar Sarwar Abbasi, gave a b...


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PD&SI Minister seeks report over dysfunctional CPEC Center of Excellence

21 April 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal expressed displeasure over dysfunctionality of the Center of Excellence for China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which was supposed to provide support for CPEC. ...


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Ahsan Iqbal meets CM Sindh, pledged timely completion of Sindh projects

21 April 2022

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal assured Sindh Chief Minister, Syed Murad Ali Shah that the federal government will support the provincial government of Sindh for completion of its development projects. The assurance came on Thursday du...


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Sluggish progress on CPEC projects irks Ahsan Iqbal

20 April 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has expressed serious concern over the sluggish progress on projects related to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). ...


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War footing measures to kick off economy Turn Around Pakistan Conference to be held: Ahsan Iqbal

20 April 2022

Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal directed to hold Turn Around Pakistan (TAP) Conference in order to address key challenges of the country and to find their solutions through short-term and mid-term measures. ...


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Briefing on Pakistan Bureau of Statistics Activities to Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, Minister Planning Development & Special Initiatives

20 April 2022

Mr. Ahsan Iqbal Minister PD&SI chaired the meeting on the activities of PBS and initiatives taken by PBS for improvement in data reporting for informed decision making. Dr. Naeem uz Zafar, Chief Statistician along with senior officers of PBS attended the meeting. Chief statistician. briefed th...


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PLANNING COMMISSION TAKES STOCK OF RISING NUMBER OF OUT OF SCHOOL CHILDREN (OOSC)

20 April 2022

PLANNING COMMISSION TAKES STOCK OF RISING NUMBER OF OUT OF SCHOOL CHILDREN (OOSC) As part of the ongoing voluntary national review of SDGs, a high level national policy dialogue was organized by the Planning Commission to review the progress on SDG4, with a focus on rising number of Out of Sch...


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فاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں پر تباک استقبال

19 April 2022

وفاقی وزیر برائے منصوبہ بندی ترقی اور خصوصی اقدامات پروفیسر احسن اقبال کا وزارت منصوبہ بندی میں پر تباک استقبال وزارت کے افسران نے احسن اقبال کو خوش آمدید کہا ا...


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Soon after taking charge, the newly-appointed Minister of Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday visited National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) of National University of Science & Technology (NUST) and reviewed progress of the center.

19 April 2022

Soon after taking charge, the newly-appointed Minister of Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday visited National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) of National University of Science & Technology (NUST) and reviewed progress of the center. ...


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Federal Minister of Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday reviewed a progress on Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) projects while chairing first meeting after taking charge of the ministry on Tuesday.

19 April 2022

Federal Minister of Planning Development & Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday reviewed a progress on Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) projects while chairing first meeting after taking charge of the ministry on Tuesday. ...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission highlights several transportation initiatives

6 April 2022

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Dr Jehanzeb Khan while virtually speaking at the forum Asia & Pacific Transport Forum 2022 organized by Asian Development Bank (ADB) has stated that Pakistan has taken several transportation initiatives during the last decade including Lahore Orange Line, K...


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P3A Board approves Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway, Karachi Circular Railway projects

31 March 2022

The Public Private Partnership Authority (P3A) Board has approved the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Agreement for the construction of Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway (M6) and gave nod to the Project Proposal of ‘Development & Operation of Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) which was earlier presente...


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CDWP clears four projects for ECNEC worth Rs 352.9b

30 March 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) on Friday has recommended four development projects worth 352.9 billion to Executive Committee of National Economic Council (ECNEC) for approval. ...


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CDWP clears three projects worth Rs 49,651.347m

7 March 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) on Monday cleared three projects worth 49,651.347 million which includes, Improvement & Widening of Chitral-Booni-Mastuj-Shandur Road, Procurement/ Manufacturing of 25 shunting diesel electric locomotives and construction of Mangi Dam in Quetta durin...


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CWDP approves replacement of track machines project

21 February 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved replacement of track machines project during its meeting held on Monday. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission (DCPC) Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan which was attended by the members of the DCPC, Secretary Railways and ...


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The Public Private Partnership Authority (P3A) Board has approved the Project Proposals for the construction of Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway (M6), Kharian-Rawalpindi Motorway (KRM) and Project Development Facility (PDF) Regulations, 2022 on Public Private Partnership PPP basis during its 20th meeting

17 February 2022

The Public Private Partnership Authority (P3A) Board has approved the Project Proposals for the construction of Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway (M6), Kharian-Rawalpindi Motorway (KRM) and Project Development Facility (PDF) Regulations, 2022 on Public Private Partnership PPP basis during its 20th meet...


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CDWP clears KCR project over worth Rs 270b

10 February 2022

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) on Thursday cleared the Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) as Modern Urban Railway project worth Rs. 273,071.429 while referring it to Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. ...


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Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives in collaboration with UNICEF launches three reports on Early Childhood Development

1 February 2022

Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives on Tuesday, in collaboration with UNICEF launched three reports of Early Childhood Development (ECD) Policy Mapping in Pakistan, National Policy Dialogue and Parenting Package (Key Family Care Practices). Dr Jahanzeb Khan, Deputy Chairman...


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گوادر 28جنوری۔وفاق سیکرٹری منصوبہ بندی و ترقیات عبدالعزیز عقیلی نے کہا ہے کہ موجودہ حکومت بلوچستان کی ترقی کو ترجیحی اہمیت دیتی ہے

29 January 2022

گوادر 28جنوری۔وفاق سیکرٹری منصوبہ بندی و ترقیات عبدالعزیز عقیلی نے کہا ہے کہ موجودہ حکومت بلوچستان کی ترقی کو ترجیحی اہمیت دیتی ہے بلوچستان کے جنوبی اضلاع کیلئے 600...


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CDWP gave go-ahead to four projects worth Rs. 121.5bn

24 January 2022

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 3 development projects with a cost of Rs 13bn & recommended one project worth Rs. 108.5bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. Sec...


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The Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired a meeting on Three-Year Rolling Growth Strategy which aims at economic diversification, transformation and jobs led growth

10 January 2022

The Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired a meeting on Three-Year Rolling Growth Strategy which aims at economic diversification, transformation and jobs led growth. Secretary Planning Mr. Abdul Aziz Uqaili, Federal Secretaries/ senior representatives of line Mi...


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CDWP approved 8 projects worth Rs. 30.2 Billion while recommended 2 projects worth Rs. 65.9 Billion to ECNEC

10 January 2022

The CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 8 projects worth Rs. 30.2 Billion while recommended 2 projects worth Rs. 65.9 Billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. Secretary ...


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6th Meeting of Joint Working Group on Gwadar under CPEC

30 December 2021

The Governments of Pakistan and China held meetings of the two Joint Working Groups on Gwadar and Socio-Economic Development through video Conferencing. The 6th Session of the Joint Working Group on Gwadar was co-chaired by Secretary Planning Development & Special Initiatives Mr. Abdul Aziz Uq...


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CDWP gave go-ahead to two projects worth Rs. 191.722bn

27 December 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved one development project with a cost of Rs 0.52838bn & recommended one project worth Rs. 191.19456bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further considerati...


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P3A and AJK – Advancing the PPP Ecosystem

26 December 2021

The inclusion and integration of the private sector for public developmental infrastructure services is necessary for socioeconomic development and forward-looking Pakistan. To this end, the Federal Public Private Partnership Authority (P3A) is playing a pivotal role in enabling the achievement...


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Pakistan Bureau of Statistics hosts 1st sensitization workshop on 7th Population and housing Census 2022-First Ever Digital Census of Pakistan at Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad

25 December 2021

Pakistan Bureau of Statistics hosts 1st sensitization workshop on 7th Population and housing Census 2022-First Ever Digital Census of Pakistan at Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad Dec 25, 2021- the series of sensitization workshops on 7th Population and Housing - digital census began toda...


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Curtain Raiser! P3A Workshop Series– Fostering Inclusive Growth

16 December 2021

Mobilizing private capital for the development and up-gradation of public infrastructure and services is a crucial step towards a prosperous and forward-looking Pakistan. To this end, the Federal Public-Private Partnership Authority (P3A) is playing a central role in enabling the achievement of...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan presided over the Central Development Working Party meeting

13 December 2021

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan presided over the Central Development Working Party meeting here in Islamabad on Monday. Secretary Planning Abdul Aziz Uqaili, senior officials from Planning Commission and Federal Ministries/Divisions also participated in the meeting,...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to Six Projects worth Rs 61.24bn.

23 November 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved three development projects with a cost of Rs 0.6bn & recommended three projects worth Rs. 60.64bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration...


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Kick start of Voluntary National Review (VNR-2022) Consultative Meeting at Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiative

18 November 2021

Pakistan’s commitment to the 2030 agenda for Sustainable Development has taken a few steps further. Pakistan enlisted for the upcoming UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) event where we present our 2nd voluntary national review report in July 2022. Pakistan will be covering all the five dime...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to Four Projects worth Rs 140bn.

8 November 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared three development projects with a cost of Rs. 9.168bn &recommended two projects worth Rs. 130bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. ...


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At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, recommended two projects worth Rs. 345.626bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration.

25 October 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, recommended two projects worth Rs. 345.626bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. Secretary Planning Hamid Yaqoob Sheikh, senior officials ...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to Two Projects worth of Rs 54bn.

20 September 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared one development project with a cost of Rs. 2.66bn & recommended one project worth Rs. 51.29bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration. Se...


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“School-based Deworming Program in Islamabad Capital Territory” will conduct 3rd Annual Mass Deworming Campaign from 30th August 2021 till 4th September 2021

29 August 2021

The school-based deworming program which is set to be conducted from 30th August 2021 till 4th Spetember 2021, will target 574,000 school-age children within approximately 2000 government and private schools, as well as Deeni Madaris, in Islamabad Capital Territory during the deworming week fro...


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The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives strongly rebuts the news item, titled “PSDP projects hamstrung by lack of funds”, appearing on the main page of Daily Business Recorder, dated: 25 August 2021.

25 August 2021

The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives strongly rebuts the news item, titled “PSDP projects hamstrung by lack of funds”, appearing on the main page of Daily Business Recorder, dated: 25 August 2021. Both the title and the facts mentioned in the news item are misleadi...


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Secretary Planning Hamid Yaqoob chaired a progress review meeting on bringing transparency, credibility, and ownership in the entire census process and the sensitivity of the issue and its long-term effects here in Islamabad on Friday. Sarwar Gondal, Member PBS, and senior officials attended the meeting.

13 August 2021

Secretary Planning Hamid Yaqoob chaired a progress review meeting on bringing transparency, credibility, and ownership in the entire census process and the sensitivity of the issue and its long-term effects here in Islamabad on Friday. Sarwar Gondal, Member PBS, and senior officials attended t...


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A National Workshop on Irrigation Water Management was hosted by the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives with the support of the Climate Adaptation and Resilience for South Asia (CARE) Project

12 August 2021

A National Workshop on Irrigation Water Management was hosted by the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives with the support of the Climate Adaptation and Resilience for South Asia (CARE) Project, which is funded by the World Bank and is being implemented by the Asian Disaste...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to thirteen Projects worth of Rs 58.23 bn.

2 June 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared twelve development projects with a cumulative cost of Rs. 30.32bn & recommended one project worth Rs. 27.9bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further con...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to thirteen Projects worth of Rs 88.24 bn.

1 June 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared eleven development projects with a cumulative cost of Rs. 46.2bn & recommended two projects worth Rs. 42.04bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further co...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to Fifteen Projects worth of Rs 169.2 bn.

29 May 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared fifteen development projects with a cumulative cost of Rs. 45.09bn & recommended four projects worth Rs. 124.09bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for furthe...


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Meeting of Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) was held under chairmanship of Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission.

28 May 2021

Meeting of Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) was held under chairmanship of Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission on 28th May 2021. The meeting was attended by officials of provincial governments, SBP and federal ministries. Deputy Chairman elaborated that APCC is the millstone of the de...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to Thirteen Projects worth of Rs 38bn projects.

27 May 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared thirteen development projects with a cost of Rs. 38bn in the forum. Senior officials from Planning Commission and Federal Ministries/Divisions also participated in the meeting while represent...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to Twenty Projects worth of Rs 155.74bn projects.

25 May 2021

CDWP Approved 15 Project Worth Rs. 38.24 Billion and Recommended 05 Project Worth Rs. 117.50 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration. ISLAMABAD: May 25, 2021: At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared fifteen development proj...


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CDWP gives go-ahead to six Rs 348.50bn projects.

24 May 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared three development projects with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 6.50bn & recommended three projects worth Rs. 342bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for f...


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NATIONAL ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON 21ST May 2021

21 May 2021

The 103rd meeting of the National Accounts Committee to review the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was held under the Chairmanship of the Secretary Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives. The provisional estimates of the GDP and Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) for the year ...


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CDWP Recommended Karachi IT Park Project Worth Rs. 32 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

20 May 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared one development project with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 3.5bn & recommended two projects worth Rs. 52.02bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for furth...


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CDWP Approved 04 Projects Worth Rs. 8.7 Billion and Recommended 01 Project Worth Rs. 17 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

17 May 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared four development projects with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 8.7bn & and recommended one project worth Rs. 17bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for fur...


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Roundtable Discussion on Migration Data Management Practices for SDGs Achievement in Pakistan

29 April 2021

Chief Economist Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives Dr. Muhammad Ahmad chaired a Round Table Discussion on Migration Data Management Practices for SDGs achievement in Pakistan here in Islamabad on Thursday. The round table discussion was organized by Planning Commission SDGs ...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Mohammad Jahanzeb Khan addressed in the 77th session of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) 2021

27 April 2021

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Mohammad Jahanzeb Khan addressed in the 77th session of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) 2021 here in Islamabad on Tuesday. While highlighting the importance of the forum Dr. Jahanzeb said that the UNES...


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CDWP Approved 01 Project Worth Rs. 5 Billion and Recommended 01 Project Worth Rs. 191.47 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

26 April 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared a development project with estimated cost of Rs. 5bn & and recommended one project worth Rs. 191.47bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consider...


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Accelerating Infrastructure for a Sustainable and Resilient Recovery and Restoring trade

14 April 2021

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan delivered his statement in virtual mode on the theme topic “Accelerating Infrastructure for a Sustainable and Resilient Recovery and Restoring trade” organized by United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Forum here in...


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CDWP Approved 01 Project Worth Rs. 3.72 Billion and Recommended 01 Project Worth Rs. 89.56 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

12 April 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared One development project with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 3.72bn & and recommended one project worth Rs. 89.56bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for ...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired the second Meeting of the “Committee on Recommendations and Adoption of Best Practices for Upcoming Population Census.

26 March 2021

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired the second Meeting of the “Committee on Recommendations and Adoption of Best Practices for Upcoming Population Census here in Islamabad on Friday. . The meeting was attended by Chief Economist, Mr. Muhammad Ahmed Zubair, repre...


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CDWP approved Nine development projects with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 15.40bn projects related to Health and Food & Agriculture.

24 March 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared nine development projects with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 15.40bn projects related to Health and Food & Agriculture. Secretary Planning Hamed Yaqoob Sheikh, senior officials from Pl...


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The Central Development Working Party Meeting (CDWP) chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan approved six development projects at a total estimated cost of Rs 52 billion.

8 March 2021

The Central Development Working Party Meeting (CDWP) chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan approved six development projects at a total estimated cost of Rs 52 billion. Secretary Planning Hamed Yaqoob Sheikh, senior officials from Planning Commission and Feder...


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Govt may make law by May to provide legal framework to PPPA

1 March 2021

To end the policy fragmentation and to provide legal framework to the Public Private Partnership Authority (PPPA) the government is likely to bring an act of parliament by May. “The PPPA has the potential to bring billions of rupees investment within next three to four years,” Chief Execut...


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CDWP Approved 01 Project Worth Rs. 0.634 Billion and Recommended 01 Project Worth Rs. 20.53 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

1 March 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared One development project with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 0.634bn & and recommended one project worth Rs. 20.53bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for...


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Deputy Chairman planning commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired 8th meeting of the Board of Directors of Public Private Partnership Authority (PPPA)

24 February 2021

Deputy Chairman planning commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired 8th meeting of the Board of Directors of Public Private Partnership Authority (PPPA) here in Islamabad on Tuesday. Additional Secretary Planning, Additional Secretary Finance, CEO PPP Authority, Members Planning Commission and P...


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Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives has included prominent demographers, researchers and experts in the Committee constituted by the Government for making recommendations based on international best practices for the next Population Census.

24 February 2021

Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives has included prominent demographers, researchers and experts in the Committee constituted by the Government for making recommendations based on international best practices for the next Population Census. The Committee will be headed by the...


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Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission Dr. Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired the Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of Afghanistan (CRRA) Committee

23 February 2021

Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission Dr. Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired the Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of Afghanistan (CRRA) Committee here in Islamabad on Tuesday. Secretary Foreign Affairs, Mr. Mansoor Ahmed Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to Afghanistan, Mr. Raheem Ullah Qatran, Deputy H...


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CDWP Approved 04 Projects Worth Rs. 25 Billion and Recommended 02 Projects Worth Rs. 44.3 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

22 February 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared four development projects with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 25bn & and recommended two projects worth Rs. 44.3bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for ...


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CDWP Approved 02 Projects Worth Rs. 5 Billion and Recommended 03 Projects Worth Rs. 53.50 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration.

15 February 2021

At a CDWP meeting presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, cleared two development projects with a cumulative estimated cost of Rs. 5bn & and recommended three projects worth Rs. 53.50bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) fo...


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CDWP Approved 04 Projects Worth Rs. 6.8 Billion and Recommended 01 Project Worth Rs. 43.32 Billion to ECNEC for Further Consideration

8 February 2021

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP Approved 04 projects worth Rs. 6.8 billion and recommended 01 project worth Rs. 43.32 billion to ECNEC for further consideration. Secretary Planning Mathar N...


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CDWP Forum approved 02 Health projects worth Rs 11.6 billion For Establishment of Mother & Child Hospitals in Sukkur and Sialkot.

1 February 2021

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 02 projects worth Rs 11.6 billion and accorded Concept Clearance of two proposals in the meeting. Secretary Planning Mathar Niaz Rana, Senior official...


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The first meeting of APEX Committee on Gilgit Baltistan was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Gilgit Baltistan Khalid Khurshid.

1 February 2021

The first meeting of APEX Committee on Gilgit Baltistan was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Gilgit Baltistan Khalid Khurshid here in Islamabad on Monday. The first APEX committee reviewed the progress and list of priority projects related to Gilgit Baltistan Development Package. ...


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The second meeting of Oversight Committee on Federal Funded PSDP Projects in Balochistan held under the chairmanship of Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi

29 January 2021

The second meeting of Oversight Committee on Federal Funded PSDP Projects in Balochistan held under the chairmanship of Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi here in Islamabad on Friday. Secretary Planning Mathar Niaz Rana along with senior officials of Planning Commission reviewed the progress on Federally...


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CDWP Forum approved 02 projects worth Rs 3.25 billion

25 January 2021

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 02 projects worth Rs 3.25 billion and agreed on one Concept clearance proposal worth Rs. 808 million under the JICA for further proceeding. Secretary...


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The closing plenary of the 31st Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO)’s Regional Planning Council (RPC) was held on 21st January 2021

23 January 2021

The closing plenary of the 31st Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO)’s Regional Planning Council (RPC) was held on 21st January 2021. Additional Secretary Mr. Asad Rafi Chandna was the head of the delegation from Pakistan’s side. The closing session of RPC was attended by Chairman of t...


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Mr. Nong Rong the new Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan called on the Secretary Planning Development and Special Initiatives Mathar Niaz Rana.

19 January 2021

Mr. Nong Rong the new Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan called on the Secretary Planning Development and Special Initiatives Mathar Niaz Rana here in Islamabad on Tuesday. Matters related to bilateral relations projects under China Pakistan Economic Corridor and progress of upcoming 10th JCC came ...


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CDWP Approved 04 projects worth Rs. 20 Billion

11 January 2021

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 04 projects worth Rs. 20 billion. Senior officials from federal governments also participated in the meeting while representatives from provinc...


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CDWP considered three projects and greed on Karachi Transformation Plan for three years through Public Sector Development program (PSDP) & PPP mode of financing.

4 January 2021

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting held on Monday under the Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP considered three projects and also greed on Karachi Transformation Plan for three years through Public Sector Development program (PSDP) & PPP mode of finan...


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CDWP Forum Agreed on the Project “COVID-19 Responsive and Other Natural Calamities Control Program” Worth Rs. 70 Billion

2 December 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 04 projects worth Rs.16.02 billion and recommended 01 project worth Rs. 37.91 billion to ECNEC for consideration and agreed on the COVID-19 Responsi...


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5th Meeting of the Joint Working Group on Gwadar

30 November 2020

The 5th Meeting of the Joint Working Group on Gwadar was held through a video link on Monday November 30, 2020 in Islamabad. The meeting was co-chaired by Secretary, Ministry of Planning, Development, & Special Initiatives (MoPD&SI), Mr. Mathar Niaz Rana from the Pakistan side and Director Gene...


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Pakistan hosted first day-long virtual meeting of SAARC Planning Secretaries, chaired by Mr. Asad Rafi Chandna, in the Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives

23 November 2020

Pakistan hosted first day-long virtual meeting of SAARC Planning Secretaries, chaired by Mr. Asad Rafi Chandna, in the Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Islamabad. All eight(8) member states attended the meeting with their virtual presence. The meeting extensively cove...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired the workshop on implementation strategy to implement simplifications of Development Processes / Procedures for improving Project Management already approved by ECNEC

12 November 2020

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Muhammad Jehanzeb Khan chaired the workshop on implementation strategy to implement simplifications of Development Processes / Procedures for improving Project Management already approved by ECNEC here in Islamabad on Thursday. The representatives of Federal...


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National Consultation on Finalizing Sectoral Priorities for Climate-Smart Financing, Policy, Planning, Agriculture and Water Resources Management in Pakistan.

9 November 2020

Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (MoPD&SI) organized two days Seminar on “National Consultation on Finalizing Sectoral Priorities for Climate-Smart Financing, Policy, Planning, Agriculture and Water Resources Management in Pakistan” with the financial support of the...


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A 2nd Meeting of Joint Working Group (JWG) on Socio-economic Development under CPEC Framework .

4 November 2020

A 2nd Meeting of Joint Working Group (JWG) on Socio-economic Development under CPEC Framework was held today on November 4th, 2020 via video link, to discuss and review the projects under US $1 billion Chinese grant. The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Boqing, Vice Chairman, China International D...


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CDWP Approved 04 projects worth Rs. 3.69 Billion and Agreed for 02 projects worth Rs. 33.49 Billion:

4 November 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 04 projects worth Rs.3.69 billion and agreed for 02 projects worth Rs. 33.49 billion. Senior officials from Planning Commission and federal ministr...


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It has been reported in certain sections of Press that the new CPEC Authority Bill, 2020 will give immunity to Chairman, CPEC Authority and other officers from investigations of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA)

22 October 2020

It has been reported in certain sections of Press that the new CPEC Authority Bill, 2020 will give immunity to Chairman, CPEC Authority and other officers from investigations of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). The news report is misleading. The r...


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CDWP Approved 02 Mega Projects of MoFE&PT worth Rs. 8.175 Billion to Support Education System Under COVID-19 Pandemic

21 October 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. The development forum DCPC approved 02 mega projects of worth Rs.8.175 billion to support education system in Pakistan under COVID-19 pandemic. Senior officials ...


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Incumbent Government believes that a stable and prosperous GB can play an important role in the country’s economy: Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan.

5 October 2020

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan has said that the incumbent government is fully committed to achieving the objectives of political stability and socio-economic development. We believe that a stable and prosperous GB can play an important role in the country’s ec...


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CDWP Approved 04 Project worth Rs. 12.25 Billion, Recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 33.427 Billion to ECNEC & Allowed for Extension in re- tendering of One project worth Rs. 12. 10 Billion In Meeting:

16 September 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 04 projects worth Rs. 12.25 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 33.427 billion to ECNEC for consideration & allowed for extension in re-...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammed Jehanzeb Khan chaired a Progress Review meeting on PSDP Plus here in Islamabad on Wednesday.

12 August 2020

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammed Jehanzeb Khan chaired a Progress Review meeting on PSDP Plus here in Islamabad on Wednesday. Secretary Planning Mathar Niaz rana, CEO PPP Authority Malik Ahamd,, Provincial Chief Secretaries, representative from PM Office and senior officials of the ...


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CDWP Approved 04 projects worth Rs. 16.112 Billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 44.172 Billion to ECNEC:

6 August 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Thursday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 04 projects worth Rs.16.112 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 44.172 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Additional Secretary Planning...


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Planning Commission to provide Rs 70 Billion for National COVID19 Programs

22 July 2020

Planning Commission to provide Rs 70 Billion for National COVID19 Programs Islamabad, Pakistan – Declining daily cases of COVID19 is witnessing an agile Government response as the Deputy Chairman Planning Commission (DCPC) Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan chaired the third high level inter-provincial...


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Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammed Jehanzeb Khan chaired a meeting to discuss National Education Action Plan for COVID19.

10 July 2020

Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammed Jehanzeb Khan chaired a meeting to discuss National Education Action Plan for COVID19. Federal and Provincial secretaries’ education participated and senior officials from Planning Ministry participated in the meeting through video conference. Whi...


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Federal Government committed to Baluchistan’s development, CDWP approves 07 projects worth Rs. 29.351 Billion: DCPC Jahanzeb Khan

9 June 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Tuesday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jahanzeb Khan approved 07 projects worth Rs. 29.351 Billion. CDWP also approved 01 concept clearance proposal worth Rs. 2.794 Billion. While chairing the meeting, DCPC said that t...


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CDWP approves 07 projects worth Rs. 19.5 Billion, recommends 02 projects worth Rs. 32.11 to ECNEC

8 June 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jahanzeb Khan approved 07 projects worth Rs. 19.456 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 32.11 Billion to ECNEC for further approval. CDWP also approved 02 concept cleara...


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CDWP Also Approved 13 projects worth Rs. 36.18 Billion and recommended 04 more projects worth Rs. 184 Billion to ECNEC:

6 June 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Saturday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 13 projects worth Rs.36.18 billion and CDWP recommend US$ 7.2 billion ML-1 project to ECNEC for further approval and also recommended 04 projects wor...


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A consultative meeting of Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) was held in the Planning Commission

4 June 2020

A consultative meeting of Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) was held in the Planning Commission on 4th June, 2020. Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Jahanzeb Khan chaired the meeting. Federal Ministries, State Bank, Ministry of Finance, provincial and special area governments particip...


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CDWP Approved 07 projects worth Rs. 24 Billion and recommended 01 project worth Rs. 11.35 Billion to ECNEC:

3 June 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 07 projects worth Rs.24 billion and recommended 01 project worth Rs. 11.35 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar Hasan, seni...


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CDWP Approved 06 projects worth Rs. 16.111 Billion and recommended 01 project worth Rs. 25.226 Billion to ECNEC:

19 May 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Tuesday chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 06 projects worth Rs.16.111 billion and recommended 01 project worth Rs. 25.226 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Senior officials from Planning C...


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The 102nd meeting of the National Accounts Committee to review the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was held under the Chairmanship of Secretary Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives.

18 May 2020

The 102nd meeting of the National Accounts Committee to review the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was held under the Chairmanship of Secretary Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives. The provisional estimates of the GDP and Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) for the year 2019...


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CDWP Approved 03 projects worth Rs. 12.55 Billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 196.6 Billion to ECNEC:

22 April 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 03 projects worth Rs12. 12.55 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 196.6 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafa...


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CDWP Approved 03 projects worth Rs. 1.04 billion and recommended 01 Position Paper worth Rs. 175 billion to ECNEC:

15 April 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 03 projects worth Rs. 1.04 billion and recommended 01 Position Paper worth Rs. 20.337 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning ...


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CDWP Approved 02 Position Papers worth Rs. 466.264 Million and recommended 04 Position Papers worth Rs. 133 Billion to ECNEC:

30 March 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, considered nine projects and approved 02 Position Papers worth Rs. 466.264 million and recommended 04 Position Papers worth Rs. 133 billion to ECNEC for cons...


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A special meeting of Concept Clearance Committee / CDWP was convened to initiate precautionary measures and approve the concept paper of “Pakistan National Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19.

16 March 2020

A special meeting of Concept Clearance Committee / CDWP was convened to initiate precautionary measures and approve the concept paper of “Pakistan National Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19” in Islamabad. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr....


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CDWP Approved 07 projects worth Rs. 12.23 Billion and recommended 05 projects worth Rs. 158.230 Billion to ECNEC:

3 March 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Tuesday presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 07 projects worth Rs. 12.23 billion and recommended 05 projects worth Rs. 158.230 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar ...


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Rebuttal on News Item - Dualization of Rawalpindi – Sihala – Kahuta Road.

14 February 2020

An advertisement has been published in certain newspapers which alleges that the Dualization of Rawalpindi – Kahuta Road project got delayed by the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives. The impression created by the advertisement is contrary to the facts. Rawalpindi – Ka...


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The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives organized a seminar on “Creating Gainful Employment Opportunities” in the Auditorium of P-Block, Pak Secretariat.

7 February 2020

The Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives organized a seminar on “Creating Gainful Employment Opportunities” in the Auditorium of P-Block, Pak Secretariat. The Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Mohammad Jahanzeb Khan chaired the seminar. The renowned Demographer, Dr. Dur...


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Views of Price Statistics Section on the Press Clipping, “Understatement of the Rate of Inflation”

7 February 2020

It has been observed in number of print and electronic news items, which have given the erroneous impression, that inflation has been understated. Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) states that the estimates of different researchers regarding inflation figure was around 13%, whereas the actua...


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CDWP Approved 06 projects worth Rs. 10.3 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 30.86 billion to ECNEC:

30 January 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Thursday presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan. CDWP approved 06 projects worth Rs. 10.3 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 30.86 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar Ha...


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CDWP Approved 08 projects worth Rs. 13 billion and recommended 05 projects worth Rs. 112.20 billion to ECNEC:

2 January 2020

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 08 projects worth Rs. 13 billion and recommended 05 projects worth Rs. 112.20 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar Hasa...


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CDWP Approved 08 projects worth Rs.31.6 billion and recommended 05 projects worth Rs. 195.1 billion to ECNEC:

18 November 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Monday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 08 projects worth Rs.31.6 billion and recommended 05 projects worth Rs. 195.1 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Senior officials from federal and ...


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CRVS is a comprehensive mechanism for collecting information: Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan

12 November 2019

Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan said that the Government of Pakistan recognizes that Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) is a comprehensive mechanism of collecting information on the frequency of occurrence of specified and defined vital events that no oth...


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CDWP Approved 7 Projects of worth Rs. 26.1 billion and Recommended 3 Mega projects of worth Rs. 52.2 Billion to ECNEC:

31 October 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 07 projects worth Rs.26.1 billion and recommended 03 projects worth Rs. 52.2 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Senior officials from federal ...


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CDWP Approved 9 Projects of worth Rs. 40 billion and Recommended 2 Mega projects of worth Rs. 55.5 Billion to ECNEC:

18 October 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Thursday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 09 projects worth Rs.40 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs. 55.5billion to ECNEC for consideration. Senior officials from federal and ...


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CDWP approved two projects worth Rs3.9 Billion:

2 October 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 02 projects worth Rs. 3.9 billion in CDWP meeting. Senior officials from federal and provincial governments were also present in the meeting. Tw...


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CDWP recommended Two Mega Projects worth Rs. 25 Billion to ECNEC and approved Five projects of worth Rs.11 Billion:

25 September 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Wednesday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 05 projects worth Rs.11 billion and recommended 02 projects worth Rs 25 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar Hasan, sen...


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Apropos news item titled ‘CPEC Shelved?” published in The News in its edition of September 19, 2019 wherein it has been erroneously reported that the work on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project is being scrapped or frozen.

19 September 2019

Apropos news item titled ‘CPEC Shelved?” published in The News in its edition of September 19, 2019 wherein it has been erroneously reported that the work on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project is being scrapped or frozen. Rather than being shelved, the pace of the flagship proj...


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CDWP Recommended Karachi Urban Mobility Project ( Yellow BRT Corridor) worth Rs. 56 Billion to ECNEC :

3 September 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Tuesday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Mohammad Jehanzeb Khan, approved 07 projects worth Rs.10 billion and recommended 06 projects worth Rs132.5 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Senior officials from federal and p...


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Four Mega Projects worth Rs. 213.20 Billion related to Health and Transport & Communications sectors referred to ECNEC ۔

27 August 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Tuesday held under the Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan approved 02 projects worth Rs.3.33 billion and recommended 04 projects worth Rs. 213.20 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar Hasan, ...


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The News being published/circulated in certain sections of media regarding authorization of PSDP funds during 2019-20.

17 August 2019

This is with reference to news being published/circulated in certain sections of media regarding authorization of PSDP funds during 2019-20. It is stated that Ministry of Planning, Development and Reform has processed all demands received for authorization till 16.08.2019 against PSDP allocatio...


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Three Mega Projects worth Rs. 18 Billion related to Energy sectors referred to ECNEC ۔

7 August 2019

Central Development Working Party (CDWP) meeting on Tuesday, held under the Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Dr. Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan approved 12 projects worth Rs.14.5 billion and recommended 03 projects worth Rs.18 billion to ECNEC for consideration. Secretary Planning Zafar Hasan, seni...


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Planning Commission gives comparative position of PSDP releases during fiscal years 2017-18 & 2018-19.

9 July 2019

Planning Commission on Tuesday shared comparative position of PSDP releases during the last fiscal year and the year 2017-18. Federal PSDP 2018-19 was initially approved at size of Rs 800 billion which was rationalized and revised at Rs. 675 billion including Rs.144.3 billion as foreign aid com...


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Ministry of Planning Clarifies Western Media Report on CPEC

6 July 2019

Ministry of Planning, Development & Reform clarifies a news article carried by some sections of International media titled “IMF Won't Stop China From Turning Pakistan Into The Next Sri Lanka”, published on 04th July 2019. The article is based on incorrect data and distorted facts. The write...


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Meeting of IMF team visits Planning commission .

3 May 2019

Mr. Ernesto Rigo IMF Mission Chief called on Secretary Planning, Development and Reform Zafar Hasan to discuss PSDP, CPEC and other aspects of planning including macro-economic policies. Project Director Hassan Daud, Chief Macroeconomic Zafar-ul-Hassan and senior officials of the Ministry were...


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Development funds being disbursed according to implementation plan: Planning Commission

18 April 2019

The Planning Commission has released Rs 525 billion (78%) of the allocated PSDP during the current fiscal year 2018-19. Out of the total allocated amount of Rs. 675 billion in the PSDP 2019-19, 78% has been released to the ministries/divisions from 1st July, 2018 till April 17, 2019. It is pe...


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Secretary Planning Zafar Hasan highlighted the government efforts to promote regional connectivity and leveraging CPEC for larger interest of the region.

11 April 2019

Secretary Planning, Development and Reform Zafar Hasan has said that lots of informal trade is going on between Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan which needs to be formalized to benefit the country’s economy. A delegation led by the Country Director Pakistan, Asian Development Bank Yang Xiao...


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The Daily “Express Tribune” has published a news in its paper dated 20th February, 2019 regarding projects approved by the CDWP in its meeting held on 19th February, 2019

21 February 2019

The Daily “Express Tribune” has published a news in its paper dated 20th February, 2019 regarding projects approved by the CDWP in its meeting held on 19th February, 2019. The statement regarding the time extension of projects is misleading and is not reflected in the sense as it was discus...


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Review Meeting on Labour Employment & Skill Development of 12thFiveYearsPlan

14 January 2019

A meeting was held here in the Ministry of Planning Development and Reform to review “Labour Employment & Skill Development” of 12thFiveYearsPlan which was attended by the senior officials of the Ministry of PD&R and also by the respective dignitaries of PBS, NAVTTC, OPF, Bureau of immigrat...


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