“The youth represent the future of Pakistan,” said UNDP Pakistan Country Director Ignacio Artaza. Artaza also thanked the Japanese government for teaming up with the UNDP for the cause of creating employment opportunities for Pakistani youngsters. Japanese Ambassador Takashi Kurai said a large population of Pakistan was comprised of youth and it was critical for the development of Pakistan to create sources of income for them. The project also aims to enhance social interaction of youths in areas that currently have a limited scope for social and economic engagement by developing youth-friendly community spaces. Around 31% of Pakistan’s 207.7 million population comprises people aged between 15 and 29 years.

Source: The Express Tribune February 20, 2018 04:30 UTC