Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired the 52nd Meeting of the Steering Committee on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Achievement Programme. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of development projects across the nation, emphasizing the importance of equitable socio-economic development through efficient fund utilization.

According to Press Information Department, the meeting provided a platform for evaluating the implementation progress of various projects under the SDGs Achievement Programme. The Deputy Prime Minister underscored the government’s commitment to ensuring a fair and uniform allocation of funds, directing all related agencies to uphold transparency, maintain high-quality standards, and expedite project execution to deliver essential amenities and infrastructure to target communities.

The Deputy Prime Minister also instructed the committee to set up monitoring frameworks to ensure timely use of financial resources, aligning development outcomes with national sustainability targets. The meeting saw participation from Ministers of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Parliamentary Affairs, Science & Technology, Communication, Energy, and other senior officials.