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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/acs-development-chairs-meeting-on-scrutiny-of-pc-is-for-upcoming-financial-year</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-03-10T00:43:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>ACS (Development) Chairs Meeting on Scrutiny of PC-Is for Upcoming Financial Year</news:title>
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      <image:title>ACS (Development) Chairs Meeting on Scrutiny of PC-Is for Upcoming Financial Year</image:title>
      <image:caption>A meeting chaired by the Additional Chief Secretary (Development) reviewed matters related to the scrutiny of PC-Is for the upcoming financial year, emphasizing timely evaluation, improved coordination with departments, and submission of complete project proposals.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/pdwp-reviews-development-schemes-for-sports-complexes-in-balochistan</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-03-08T04:27:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>PDWP Reviews Development Schemes for Sports Complexes in Balochistan</news:title>
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      <image:title>PDWP Reviews Development Schemes for Sports Complexes in Balochistan</image:title>
      <image:caption>The PDWP forum reviewed development schemes for establishing and upgrading sports complexes in various districts of Balochistan to promote sports activities and improve facilities for youth across the province.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/parliamentary-committee-meeting-on-balochistan-fisheries-and-aquaculture-bill</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-03-08T00:17:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Parliamentary Committee Meeting on Balochistan Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill</news:title>
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      <image:title>Parliamentary Committee Meeting on Balochistan Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill</image:title>
      <image:caption>A meeting of the Parliamentary Committee chaired by Mir Zahoor Buledi, Minister for Planning &amp; Development, was held on 3rd March 2026 to review the Balochistan Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill. The committee discussed key provisions of the proposed legislation and shared recommendations to strengthen the bill. The chair highlighted the need for a comprehensive legal framework to promote sustainable fisheries development and improve livelihoods for local communities.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/inspection-of-ongoing-development-projects-in-quetta-by-acs-dev-and-secretary-c-w</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-03-06T22:53:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Inspection of Ongoing Development Projects in Quetta by ACS (Dev) and Secretary C&amp;W</news:title>
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      <image:title>Inspection of Ongoing Development Projects in Quetta by ACS (Dev) and Secretary C&amp;W</image:title>
      <image:caption>The Additional Chief Secretary Development and Secretary Communications &amp; Works visited several ongoing development projects in Quetta to review progress and ensure timely completion. They inspected the works, received briefings from concerned officials, and stressed maintaining quality standards and meeting approved timelines for public welfare projects.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:45:38.757Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/10th-project-steering-committee-meeting-of-bsdi-reviews-progress-and-sets-strategic-direction</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-02-23T17:41:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>10th Project Steering Committee Meeting of BSDI Reviews Progress and Sets Strategic Direction</news:title>
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      <image:title>10th Project Steering Committee Meeting of BSDI Reviews Progress and Sets Strategic Direction</image:title>
      <image:caption>The 10th Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting of the Balochistan Special Development Initiative (BSDI) was held under the chairmanship of the Additional Chief Secretary (Development), Planning and Development Department, Government of Balochistan. The Committee reviewed the progress of ongoing projects, assessed implementation challenges, and provided strategic guidance to ensure effective execution of BSDI initiatives. The meeting reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to transparent, accountable, and results-oriented development across the province.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:45:44.053Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/minister-for-planning-and-development-mir-zahoor-ahmed-buledi-calls-for-results-based-partnerships-to-advance-inclusive-and-resilient-social-development-in-balochistan</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-02-16T13:53:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Minister for Planning and Development Mir Zahoor Ahmed Buledi Calls for Results-Based Partnerships to Advance Inclusive and Resilient Social Development in Balochistan</news:title>
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      <image:title>Minister for Planning and Development Mir Zahoor Ahmed Buledi Calls for Results-Based Partnerships to Advance Inclusive and Resilient Social Development in Balochistan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Provincial Minister for Planning and Development, Mir Zahoor Ahmed Buledi, reaffirmed the Government of Balochistan’s commitment to inclusive and resilient social development during a high-level policy consultation held in Islamabad on February 16, 2026. He highlighted progress in health, education, and poverty reduction, while stressing the need for systems-based reforms, stronger partnerships, and outcome-focused strategies aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals to improve service delivery and human development across the province.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:45:50.507Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/government-of-balochistan-hosts-high-level-policy-consultation-on-inclusive-and-resilient-social-services</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-02-15T18:21:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Government of Balochistan Hosts High-Level Policy Consultation on Inclusive and Resilient Social Services. </news:title>
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      <image:title>Government of Balochistan Hosts High-Level Policy Consultation on Inclusive and Resilient Social Services. </image:title>
      <image:caption>A one-day high-level policy consultation titled “Towards Inclusive and Resilient Social Services in Balochistan: A Policy Consultation” is being convened in Islamabad on February 16, 2026, by the Government of Balochistan with technical support from UNICEF. The event brings together senior officials, development partners, policy experts, and civil society representatives to discuss strengthening inclusive, resilient, and sustainable social service delivery in the province. The consultation aims to review progress, identify gaps, and develop an SDG-aligned social sector roadmap to guide future reforms, resource mobilization, and coordinated development efforts in Balochistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:46:02.922Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/high-level-meeting-between-government-of-balochistan-and-world-bank-focuses-on-strengthening-development-partnership</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-02-15T16:53:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>High-Level Meeting Between Government of Balochistan and World Bank Focuses on Strengthening Development Partnership</news:title>
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      <image:title>High-Level Meeting Between Government of Balochistan and World Bank Focuses on Strengthening Development Partnership</image:title>
      <image:caption>A high-level meeting was held in Islamabad on February 16, 2026, between the Government of Balochistan, led by the Chief Secretary, and a delegation of the World Bank headed by Ms. Boloorma Amgabazaar. The discussion focused on reviewing the progress of ongoing World Bank-supported development initiatives in the province and identifying areas for enhanced collaboration. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening governance, improving public service delivery, promoting climate resilience, and advancing inclusive and sustainable socio-economic development across Balochistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:46:13.812Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/chief-secretary-shakeel-qadir-emphasizes-service-delivery-reforms-and-strategic-partnerships-at-balochistan-policy-consultation</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-02-15T14:01:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Emphasizes Service Delivery Reforms and Strategic Partnerships at Balochistan Policy Consultation</news:title>
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      <image:title>Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Emphasizes Service Delivery Reforms and Strategic Partnerships at Balochistan Policy Consultation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Chief Secretary Balochistan, Shakeel Qadir Khan, addressed a high-level policy consultation on inclusive and resilient social services held on February 16, 2026, in Islamabad with technical support from UNICEF.

He highlighted progress in health, education, and digital governance, while acknowledging persistent challenges in female literacy, nutrition, and service quality. Emphasizing a shift toward improved institutional performance and climate-resilient systems, he reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to transparency, strengthened implementation capacity, and long-term programmatic partnerships to ensure equitable and quality social services across Balochistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:46:20.025Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/additional-chief-secretary-zahid-saleem-highlights-strategic-investment-priorities-at-balochistan-policy-consultation</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-02-15T13:59:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Additional Chief Secretary Zahid Saleem Highlights Strategic Investment Priorities at Balochistan Policy Consultation</news:title>
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      <image:title>Additional Chief Secretary Zahid Saleem Highlights Strategic Investment Priorities at Balochistan Policy Consultation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Additional Chief Secretary Balochistan, Zahid Saleem, addressed a high-level policy consultation in Islamabad on February 16, 2026, emphasizing the need for strengthened governance, climate resilience, and data-driven reforms to improve social service delivery. He reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to collaborative, results-oriented partnerships to advance inclusive and sustainable development in Balochistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-10T05:46:27.639Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/acs-dev-mr-zahid-saleem-honored-with-appreciation-shield-for-exemplary-leadership-and-public-service</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-01-21T11:46:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>ACS (Dev:) Mr. Zahid Saleem Honored with Appreciation Shield for Exemplary Leadership and Public Service</news:title>
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      <image:title>ACS (Dev:) Mr. Zahid Saleem Honored with Appreciation Shield for Exemplary Leadership and Public Service</image:title>
      <image:caption>Mr. Zahid Saleem, Additional Chief Secretary (Development), was awarded an appreciation shield by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Balochistan for his outstanding performance and exemplary leadership. The recognition honors his significant contributions to public service and the development sector of the province.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-03-09T09:11:15.756Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/online-meeting-between-acs-dev-p-d-department-and-director-asian-development-bank-on-gob-proposals-for-fy</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-01-18T22:07:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Online Meeting between ACS (Dev:) P&amp;D Department and Director Asian Development Bank on GoB Proposals for FY</news:title>
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      <image:title>Online Meeting between ACS (Dev:) P&amp;D Department and Director Asian Development Bank on GoB Proposals for FY</image:title>
      <image:caption>An online meeting was held between the Additional Chief Secretary (Dev.), P&amp;D Department, and the Director of the Asian Development Bank on 19 January 2026 to discuss proposals of the Government of Balochistan for the upcoming financial year.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-21T08:09:18.498Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/cm-mir-sarfraz-bugti-shines-with-bat-as-chief-minister-xi-defeats-chief-secretary-xi-by-45-runs</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-01-17T22:47:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>CM Mir Sarfraz Bugti Shines with Bat as Chief Minister XI Defeats Chief Secretary XI by 45 Runs</news:title>
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      <image:title>CM Mir Sarfraz Bugti Shines with Bat as Chief Minister XI Defeats Chief Secretary XI by 45 Runs</image:title>
      <image:caption>Friendly cricket match at PDMA Ground Quetta showcases sporting spirit among senior government officials</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-19T03:52:15.267Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/review-of-irrigation-department-development-schemes-by-pdwp-forum</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-01-15T22:04:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Review of Irrigation Department Development Schemes by PDWP Forum</news:title>
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      <image:title>Review of Irrigation Department Development Schemes by PDWP Forum</image:title>
      <image:caption>The PDWP forum in its meeting held on 16th January 2026 under the Chairmanship of ACS (Dev) reviewed and considered the development schemes of Irrigation Department.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-21T08:09:38.764Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/meeting-on-resolving-bsdi-project-payment-issues</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-31T09:25:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Meeting on Resolving BSDI Project Payment Issues</news:title>
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      <image:title>Meeting on Resolving BSDI Project Payment Issues</image:title>
      <image:caption>A meeting chaired by the ACS (Dev:), P&amp;D Department on 30th December 2025 with all stakeholders, including the Finance Department, Addl: Accountant General of Balochistan, and PC BSDI, to discuss and resolve issues related to payments for BSDI projects.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/8th-psc-meeting-of-bsdi-under-the-chairmanship-of-acs-dev-p-d-department</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-30T17:01:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>8th PSC Meeting of BSDI under the Chairmanship of ACS (Dev:) P&amp;D Department</news:title>
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      <image:title>8th PSC Meeting of BSDI under the Chairmanship of ACS (Dev:) P&amp;D Department</image:title>
      <image:caption>The 8th Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting of the Balochistan Special Development Initiative (BSDI) </image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-21T08:03:26.758Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/project-review-board-meeting-on-bsdgs-accelerated-delivery-project-held</loc>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-28T23:24:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Project Review Board Meeting on BSDGs Accelerated Delivery Project Held</news:title>
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      <image:title>Project Review Board Meeting on BSDGs Accelerated Delivery Project Held</image:title>
      <image:caption>The Additional Chief Secretary (Dev.), Planning &amp; Development Department, chaired the Project Review Board (PRB) meeting of the UNDP’s BSDGs Accelerated Delivery Project on 29 December 2025. The meeting reviewed ongoing development initiatives and assessed progress achieved under the project.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/6th-monthly-review-meeting-of-p-dd-chaired-by-acs-development</loc>
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        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-24T21:54:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>6th Monthly Review Meeting of P&amp;DD Chaired by ACS (Development)</news:title>
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      <image:title>6th Monthly Review Meeting of P&amp;DD Chaired by ACS (Development)</image:title>
      <image:caption>The meeting reviewed PSDP progress, pendency, e-filing status, CM directives, and follow-up on Cabinet decisions, Secretaries’ Committee, and DCs Conference outcomes to ensure timely coordination and implementation.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-01T04:20:10.412Z</lastmod>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/provincial-water-board-reviews-key-measures-for-sustainable-water-management-in-balochistan</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-12T05:40:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Provincial Water Board Reviews Key Measures for Sustainable Water Management in Balochistan</news:title>
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      <image:title>Provincial Water Board Reviews Key Measures for Sustainable Water Management in Balochistan</image:title>
      <image:caption>A meeting of the Provincial Water Board, chaired by the ACS (Dev:), Planning &amp; Development Department, Government of Balochistan, was held on 12 December 2025 to review ongoing initiatives and take strategic decisions for sustainable water management across the province.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/project-implementation-and-coordination-committee-of-badini-terminal-at-pak-afghan-border-killa-saifullah-project</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-11T00:24:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Project Implementation and Coordination Committee of “Badini Terminal at Pak-Afghan Border, Killa Saifullah” project</news:title>
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      <image:title>Project Implementation and Coordination Committee of “Badini Terminal at Pak-Afghan Border, Killa Saifullah” project</image:title>
      <image:caption>The Additional Chief Secretary (Development), Planning &amp; Development Department, chaired a meeting of the Project Implementation and Coordination Committee for the federally funded “Badini Terminal at Pak-Afghan Border, Killa Saifullah” project. The committee reviewed progress and finalized important decisions to ensure smooth and timely completion of the terminal.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-11T05:26:34.390Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/acs-dev-zahid-saleem-receives-service-award-from-hon-ble-prime-minister</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-09T00:17:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>ACS (Dev) Zahid Saleem Receives Service Award from Hon&apos;ble Prime Minister. </news:title>
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      <image:title>ACS (Dev) Zahid Saleem Receives Service Award from Hon&apos;ble Prime Minister. </image:title>
      <image:caption>ACS (Dev:) P&amp;DD Govt: of Balochistan, received a service award from the Hon&apos;ble Prime Minister of Pakistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-11T05:23:20.458Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/climate-resilience-conference-highlights-collaborative-action-for-balochistan-s-future</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2025-12-08T08:57:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>CLIMATE RESILIENCE CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS COLLABORATIVE ACTION  FOR BALOCHISTAN’S FUTURE </news:title>
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      <image:loc>https://cdn.pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/thumbnails/1823b5bc-8cb9-4ad1-b4c7-db104f9f0eaa-seminar-on-sustainable-development-and-climate-resilience-in-balochistan-organized-by-govt-of-balochistan-2-.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>CLIMATE RESILIENCE CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS COLLABORATIVE ACTION  FOR BALOCHISTAN’S FUTURE </image:title>
      <image:caption>A high-level conference on Sustainable Development and Climate Resilience in Balochistan was held in Islamabad, bringing together government leaders, development partners, climate experts, and the private sector to advance coordinated climate action. Speakers, including ACS (Dev) Zahid Saleem, Coordinator to PM Romina Khurshid, and Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, highlighted the province’s climate vulnerabilities and the need for stronger partnerships, climate finance, and innovation. The sessions focused on resilience, environmental protection, climate finance, and technology-driven adaptation. The event concluded with key recommendations and closing remarks by Speaker Capt. (R) Abdul Khaliq Achakzai, marking an important step toward a more climate-resilient Balochistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-01T04:20:18.381Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/joint-end-year-review-2025-unicef-supported-programmes-in-balochistan</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2025-12-05T14:01:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Joint End Year Review 2025: UNICEF-Supported Programmes in Balochistan</news:title>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://cdn.pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/thumbnails/59f9ce7e-50ef-4190-b1f3-4d7fc9d597ac-joint-year-review.jpeg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Joint End Year Review 2025: UNICEF-Supported Programmes in Balochistan</image:title>
      <image:caption>On 5th December 2025, the Planning &amp; Development Department, Government of Balochistan, in collaboration with UNICEF, conducted a Joint End Year Review chaired by ACS (Development) Mr. Zahid Saleem. The session assessed progress across Education, Health, WASH, Child Protection, and Social Welfare sectors, identifying achievements and implementation gaps. Participants reaffirmed commitment to strengthened coordination, accountability, and joint planning for high-impact interventions in 2026 to improve outcomes for children and communities in Balochistan.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-10T19:05:06.311Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/review-meeting-on-world-bank-financed-balochistan-portfolio</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2025-12-03T07:00:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Review Meeting on World Bank–Financed Balochistan Portfolio</news:title>
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      <image:loc>https://cdn.pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/thumbnails/b84d204f-96ca-4cdf-b97f-f34f29331c6f-2ececf52-e761-42ec-9a43-83deb5dcc653-review-meeting-world-bank.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Review Meeting on World Bank–Financed Balochistan Portfolio</image:title>
      <image:caption>A review meeting on World Bank–financed projects in Balochistan was held under the ACS (P&amp;D). Senior World Bank officials and Project Directors reviewed progress on BLEP, BWSPIP, GRADES, and STEP, expressed satisfaction, and reaffirmed continued cooperation for effective implementation.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-04T12:04:25.371Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/balochistan-to-host-climate-finance-summit-in-islamabad</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2025-12-02T04:32:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Balochistan to Host Climate Finance Summit in Islamabad</news:title>
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      <image:loc>https://dco9e1l6wzt5z.cloudfront.net/news/thumbnails/37b8b6f7-6b32-46f6-b874-cb8738d81beb-g66hmpubkaytng5.jpeg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Balochistan to Host Climate Finance Summit in Islamabad</image:title>
      <image:caption>Balochistan is hosting a climate finance summit in Islamabad on December 8, 2025, convening leaders, partners, and innovators to unlock climate financing and drive resilience across the province. The initiative reflects Balochistan&apos;s commitment to aligning its development agenda with stronger environmental protections and building climate-resilient infrastructure to safeguard communities and ensure sustainable long-term growth.</image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <lastmod>2025-12-02T09:36:59.841Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/balochistan-signs-mou-with-pec-to-train-young-engineers-to-international-standards</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2025-11-29T08:45:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>Balochistan signs MoU with PEC to train young engineers to international standards</news:title>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://dco9e1l6wzt5z.cloudfront.net/images/9d0911e6-ef72-405a-9732-ca1a6c4dd33d-mou-balochistan-and-pec-.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title>Balochistan signs MoU with PEC to train young engineers to international standards</image:title>
      <image:caption>A MoU was signed on 27 November 2025 between the Government of Balochistan and the Pakistan Engineering Council to launch the Technical Human Development Program, offering fresh engineering graduates six months of practical, internationally aligned training with a Rs. 50,000 monthly stipend. Starting January 1, 2026, the first batch of 300 engineers will begin training. Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti emphasized the need for modern, skilled engineers to support the province’s development.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-12-04T11:24:12.539Z</lastmod>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://pnd.balochistan.gov.pk/news/5th-monthly-review-meeting-of-p-dd-highlights-progress-coordination-and-follow-up-on-key-government-priorities</loc>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Planning &amp; Development Department Balochistan</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2025-11-27T14:21:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
      <news:title>5th Monthly Review Meeting of P&amp;DD Highlights Progress, Coordination, and Follow-Up on Key Government Priorities</news:title>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://dco9e1l6wzt5z.cloudfront.net/images/5dad298a-fb06-4335-ae25-f34af3043213-g6xof4bayaa1exv.jpeg</image:loc>
      <image:title>5th Monthly Review Meeting of P&amp;DD Highlights Progress, Coordination, and Follow-Up on Key Government Priorities</image:title>
      <image:caption>The 5th Monthly Review Meeting of P&amp;DD, chaired by ACS (Dev), focused on evaluating PSDP progress, addressing pendency and e-filing, reviewing CM directives, Cabinet decisions, and outcomes of the Secretaries&apos; Committee and DCs Conference, ensuring effective coordination and timely follow-up on key governmental matters.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-11-28T10:03:56.328Z</lastmod>
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