I am writing to express deep con­cern about the silent crisis loom­ing large—the impact of climate change on children. This includes nu­merous Pakistani children whose futures are jeopardised by envi­ronmental degradation and cli­mate disasters, with water scarcity emerging as a significant concern. In 2022, over 739 million children faced water scarcity problems. Climate change is not only af­fecting access to clean water but also disrupting the education of our youth, a basic right. A global report states that 40 million chil­dren worldwide face interruptions in their education due to climate disasters.

Political analysts say that the upcoming election should not only be credible but it should also look free, fair and transparent in order to ensure political stability in the country post-2024. These analysts were speaking in the Express News political talk-show, “Experts”, moderated by anchor Dua Jamil on Wednesday. In her intro, Dua said that PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has declared that Imran Khan would contest the election from three constituencies. However, Faisal claims that Imran Khan is not fighting against any political party – rather he is fighting the establishment. He also believes denying Imran Khan the opportunity to contest the elections could undermine the legitimacy of the elections.

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan, grappling with an array of climate-in­duced and geo-meteoro­logical challenges, is tak­ing a substantial stride toward proactive disas­ter management. In response, this two-day event aspires to unite diverse stakeholders in a collaborative effort to craft a comprehensive roadmap for anticipatory action in Pakistan. Discus­sions revolved around constructing, reinforc­ing, and amplifying an­ticipatory action and forecast-based financing to mitigate the impact of anticipated disasters. Participants delved into strategies for integrating anticipatory action con­cepts into existing pro­jects and advancing the utilisation of weather and climate data for en­hanced disaster prepar­edness. By harnessing the collec­tive expertise of diverse stakeholders, the Na­tional Dialogue Platform aims to chart the course for a more anticipatory and effective disaster management approach in Pakistan.

A spokesperson of the EAD confirmed to The Express Tribune that $1.2 billion in loan agreements with the ADB have been inked. Of the $1.2 billion, ADB will provide $400 million in budget support under two different deals, said the officials. design: mohsin alamThe ADB is expected to disburse a $300 million loan under the so-called Domestic Resource Mobilisation programme this week. Pakistan has taken a $300 million loan to strengthen the tax administration and increase collection – a task that does not need any foreign borrowing. The 15-year tenor of the ADB loan is also relatively shorter than its previous financing to Pakistan.

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ISLAMABAD - Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) and the Supreme Court Bar Associa­tion (SCBA) Tuesday urged the Supreme Court to take notice of discrepancies in delimitation of the constituencies instead of endorsing every act of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). It added that despite its lower population com­pared to Gujranwala Division, an additional seat has been allo­cated, raising questions about the transparency of the electoral process. It maintained that in light of these circumstances, the PBC cannot turn a blind eye to these critical matters. They stress that the Supreme Court of Pakistan, as the highest Constitution­al Court, must take notice of these discrepancies instead of en­dorsing every act of the CECP. It continued that the PBC remains committed to upholding democratic principles and fostering transparency in the electoral process for the benefit of all citizens.

QUETTA - Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Tuesday said that the gov­ernment had taken multiple initiatives to bring about reforms in bureaucracy in order to improve overall governance structure of Balochistan province. As regards, the Internet ser­vice in Balochistan, the prime minister said this would be re­solved in a month or two after completing the project of the firewall. To another question, he said the Balochistan province had been given the exemption from the government’s recent deci­sion to curtail gas supply. The prime minister suggest­ed that about 10 million Paki­stani diaspora, living in differ­ent parts of the globe, could play their part in overcoming the out-of-school children is­sue. The caretaker prime minister, referring to the trade and economic potential of the region, said trillions of dollars trade was expected in the re­gion.

Referring to a purported conversation between former ISI chief General Faiz Hameed and a senior judge, Nawaz Sharif said: “It was said that Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz should not come out of jail, otherwise our two years of hard work will be wasted. Nawaz Sharif asserted that the world acknowledged Pakistan’s potential to join the ranks of developed nations if progress contin­ued at the same pace. Also, Mian Nawaz Sharif facilitated reconcilia­tion between father and son during the PML-N parliamentary board meeting. Mian Moazzam and Mian Qasim, sons of party leader Mian Farooq from Faisalabad, resolved their differences with Nawaz Sharif’s intervention. Quoting Quranic vers­es, Nawaz Sharif persuaded the warring brothers and their father to reconcile.

Within the framework of the current dynamics of great power competition, it is evident that the United States has unequivocally exhibited a proclivity towards aligning with India. Consequently, the South Asian region confronts a notable realignment of power dynamics. In the light of the ongoing dynamics of great power competition, Pakistan finds itself in a position of strategic contemplation regarding its role in the world. This strategic approach serves as a safeguard against the inherent unpredictability of global power dynamics. In order to effectively navigate the complex dynamics of great power competition, it becomes inevitable to engage in a nuanced and intricate balancing act.

QUETTA: Terming skilled human resources the most important asset to a nation, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar Tuesday said effective training strategy was crucial to meet the needs of the contemporary world. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar addresses the inauguration ceremony of the Prime Minister'sYouth Skill Development Programme and Electronic Public Procurement System in Quetta on December 19, 2023. Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Ali Mardan Domki said the provincial government was committed to providing every possible opportunity to the people of Balochistan. He said the provincial government had decided to set up the Balochistan Skilled Development Fund under the supervision of Planning and Development Department. PM Kakar vowed to make Balochistan and Pakistan a hub of peace, saying that peace prospers arts.

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By Nasim YousafSince 1947, Pakistan has faced a tumultuous history marked by political upheavals, economic difficulties, corruption, and instability, with Muhammad Ali Jinnah serving as the inaugural Governor General. The letters reveal Jinnah’s pursuit of a Cadillac super-limousine, a Lincoln, and a Beechcraft Model 34 airplane, indicating a disconnect with the nation’s crisis. Facing Pakistan’s financial crisis and a scarcity of parts and servicing facilities, the planned acquisition of aircraft and a Lincoln car had to be abandoned. Jinnah’s opulent lifestyle, devoid of personal sacrifice, inspired a societal pursuit of wealth among politicians and the public. To sum up, the ambassador and Jinnah’s letters serve as poignant reminders that reversing the challenging conditions in the nation requires a departure from opulence and a demand for leadership accountability.

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) is in contact with smaller parties for election cooperation in the general elections and beyond. PPP leaders told The Nation that the party was relying on smaller parties to possibly form the next government. “The PPP leadership, at this point, is not looking for cooperation with the bigger parties (like the Pak­istan Muslim League – Nawaz and the Pakistan Tehrik-e-In­saf). At the conclusion of the elections, we may have to join hands with the bigger parties too but the preference is the smaller parties. Another PPP leader said the PPP expects to gain majority in the National Assembly with the help of the smaller parties as it will be ‘difficult’ to maintain a relationship with bigger parties in a coalition government.

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