February 15, 2026
Islamabad – The Government of Balochistan, with technical support from UNICEF, is convening a one-day high-level policy consultation titled “Towards Inclusive and Resilient Social Services in Balochistan: A Policy Consultation” at the Serena Hotel Islamabad today, February 16, 2026. The consultation brings together a diverse group of stakeholders from the public and private sectors, including senior government officials, national and international development partners, policy experts, and representatives of civil society. The forum serves as a strategic platform to deliberate on strengthening social service delivery systems in Balochistan to ensure inclusivity, resilience, and sustainability. The primary objective of the consultation is to present a comprehensive overview of the current social and development landscape of Balochistan to national and international partners. The forum aims to review progress achieved to date across key social sectors, identify critical gaps and systemic challenges, and initiate a forward-looking dialogue on strategic priorities and reform pathways. The consultation is expected to culminate in the formulation of a government-owned, SDG-aligned social sector roadmap. This roadmap will outline clear policy commitments, define priority interventions, and establish a structured pathway for enhanced resource mobilization and sustained engagement with development partners. The initiative reflects the Government’s resolve to align provincial development planning with the Sustainable Development Goals and to ensure coordinated, evidence-based, and results-oriented action. Through this engagement, the Government of Balochistan reaffirms its commitment to strengthening institutional capacity, promoting equitable access to essential services, and fostering collaborative partnerships to accelerate human development outcomes across the province.
