Meeting focuses on leveraging global alliances to fight poverty

Islamabad:Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Syed Imran Ahmed Shah chaired a strategic meeting at the ministry here on Tuesday with Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Romina Khurshid Alam, Chairman Standing Committee on IT & Telecom Ameenul Haque and former member of the NCRC Dr. Rubina Feroze Bhatti.

The discussion focused on leveraging global alliances, digital infrastructure, and skills-based approaches to fight poverty in Pakistan. Minister Imran Shah said poverty alleviation efforts must be rooted in international collaboration, transparent data exchange, and innovative social protection models.

He noted that the Ministry is committed to sharing verified program data and outcomes with reputable international entities working for poverty alleviation and social development in Pakistan.

"Through Public-Private Partnership model, we can equip brick kiln workers with exportable skills, allowing them access to international labor markets such as South Korea, and facilitating economic rehabilitation of bonded labour," he said. The minister said with digital innovation, global support and transparent practices, Pakistan aimed to uplift its people with dignity and opportunity.

Highlighting examples of global innovation, SAPM Romina Khurshid Alam underscored the need to localize successful international models. She cited Rwanda’s example, where poverty was reduced by 70–80% through digital economic reforms and data-driven strategies. She also referred to China’s Global Development Initiative, noting its eight foundational pillars—especially corporate social safety measures—as guiding tools for Pakistan’s inclusive development.