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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government, in partnership with the European Union, UNDP, and UN Women, reaffirms its commitment to justice for all under the Provincial Roadmap
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government, in partnership with the European Union, UNDP, and UN Women, reaffirms its commitment to justice for all under the Provincial Roadmap

Peshawar, – With European Union (EU) support,the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Government organized the first-ever dialogue on the KP Rule of Law Roadmap (2023 – 2028), reaffirming its commitment to ensuring justice for all. The roadmap outlines key priorities to strengthen the rule of law and improve access to justice in KP, including the merged districts. Organized by the...

UN-Habitat Building Resilience of School Infrastructure in Collaboration with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and KP Education Department
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UN-Habitat Building Resilience of School Infrastructure in Collaboration with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and KP Education Department

Islamabad, – UN-Habitat is supporting the Government of Pakistan in enhancing the resilience of the school infrastructure in collaboration with  the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Education Department through its project on Disaster Resilient School Infrastructure (DRSI). The 4th Project Steering Committee meeting held in Islamabad bringing together key stakeholders to discuss...

Empowering Women in STEM: UNESCO Marks 10th Anniversary of International Day of Women and Girls in Science in Pakistan
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Empowering Women in STEM: UNESCO Marks 10th Anniversary of International Day of Women and Girls in Science in Pakistan

Islamabad, – In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, UNESCO, in collaboration with the Pakistan National Commission for UNESCO (PNCU), hosted an inspiring panel discussion titled “Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science” at Islamabad College for Girls, F-6/2, Islamabad, Pakistan. The event aimed to encourage young girls...

Pakistan Launches Sustainable Development Goal 4 Mid-Term Review Report to Accelerate Progress in Education
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Pakistan Launches Sustainable Development Goal 4 Mid-Term Review Report to Accelerate Progress in Education

Islamabad, (TW) – The Government of Pakistan, through the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFE&PT) and the Pakistan Institute of Education (PIE), in collaboration with UNESCO in Pakistan launched the Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG-4) Midterm Review (MTR) Report at Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad. The report provides a comprehensive assessment of Pakistan’s progress,...

Dinner Hosted by Mr. Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawri in Honor of the First Successful Delegation Visit to Morocco and Tunisia Under the Islamabad Sister Cities Initiative.
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Dinner Hosted by Mr. Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawri in Honor of the First Successful Delegation Visit to Morocco and Tunisia Under the Islamabad Sister Cities Initiative.

Islamabad,12 Feb 2025.(TW) __Dinner Hosted by Mr. Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawri in Honor of the First Successful Delegation Visit to Morocco and Tunisia Under the Islamabad Sister Cities Initiative. Today, we gather to celebrate the first successful step of this ambitious initiative. This achievement is a testament to our collective efforts and the strong commitment of...

Islamabad Sister City Initiative Team Meets Vietnamese Ambassador to Discuss Collaborative Opportunities at Vietnam Expo 2025
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Islamabad Sister City Initiative Team Meets Vietnamese Ambassador to Discuss Collaborative Opportunities at Vietnam Expo 2025

Islamabad, Pakistan – The core team of the Islamabad Sister City Initiative Project, led by Mr. Sajid Iqbal, Mr. Sadat Chaudhary, and Ms. Meherin Tariq, met with the Ambassador of Vietnam to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Pham Anh Tuan, to discuss potential collaboration opportunities at the upcoming 34th Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo 2025). The...

UNICEF appoints Youth Advocate for Climate Action and Girls Empowerment in Pakistan
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UNICEF appoints Youth Advocate for Climate Action and Girls Empowerment in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, 7 February 2025 – Zunaira Qayyum, 14, has been appointed as UNICEF’s Youth Advocate for Climate Action and Girls Empowerment in Pakistan. Hailing from Balochistan, Zunaira is a champion for climate action and child rights, having represented Pakistan’s youth at national and international forums including COP 29. The appointment – announced at the Dawn Media...

UNHCR and IOM concerned about recent developments requiring Afghans to leave Pakistan’s capital
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UNHCR and IOM concerned about recent developments requiring Afghans to leave Pakistan’s capital

Islamabad, 5 February 2025 – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and IOM, the International Organization for Migration, are concerned about recent developments requiring Afghan nationals in Pakistan to relocate from Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) and Rawalpindi or else face deportation. The two agencies are seeking clarity over the modality and timeframe of this relocation. While...

United Nations has legal responsibility to settle Kashmir Dispute, Lord Nazir Ahmed
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United Nations has legal responsibility to settle Kashmir Dispute, Lord Nazir Ahmed

Moscow, Russian Federation: February 4, 2025 An International Kashmir Conference was organized by Shahid Ghumman, Chairman, Kashmir Alliance Forum, Moscow, Russia. This was addressed by Lord Nazir Ahmed, global voice of the oppressed people, London, U.K.; Ambassador Malik Nadeem Abid, Secretary General, International Human Rights Commission, New York; Ali Raza Syed, Chairman, Kashmir Council EU,...

UNESCO Secures GPE System Capacity Grant to Strengthen Early Childhood and Primary Education in Balochistan, Pakistan
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UNESCO Secures GPE System Capacity Grant to Strengthen Early Childhood and Primary Education in Balochistan, Pakistan

04 February 2025 – In a significant step towards transforming the education landscape of Balochistan, UNESCO has secured the Global Partnership for Education’s (GPE) System Capacity Grant (SCG) of USD 1.331 million. This initiative is set to enhance foundational learning outcomes at the Early Childhood Education (ECE) and primary levels, aligning with the Government of...

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