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The United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027 for Pakistan6 is a compact between the UN and the Government of Pakistan that is nationally owned and reflects national development priorities. The world must move beyond words and excuses and take immediate action to address systemic shortcomings and the funding needs of developing countries if the SDGs are to be achieved by 2030. Numerous Pakistanis are now working in the UN system in many countries across the globe, helping communities in some of the world's most challenging environments.3,4 International UN professionals comprise the remaining 9 percent of UN staff in Pakistan, with just over 300 here at any one time. [Extracted from the article]

The author comments on the foreign media's negative perception of Pakistan. Topics discussed include the portrayal of Pakistan as a dangerous country despite growing economic opportunities and declining terrorist attacks, factors contributing to bias and negativity against Pakistan, and its relations with other countries. Also mentioned are ways to improve the international perception of Pakistan.

The article discusses the outlook and prospects for Pakistan in 2016. Topics covered include the status of peace and stability as well as law and order in the country, Pakistan's relations with Afghanistan and India, and its approach to natural disasters. Also mentioned are the country's efforts to address terrorism, its potential to achieve economic prosperity, and the possibility to enhance investor confidence when the energy crisis is solved.

The article presents the author's perspectives on the need for people of Pakistan to make a national resolution for a prosperous, more resilient and stable country in 2015. She mentions that peace will be significant in obtaining prosperity and operations by the military are underway in cleansing the country of terrorist groups and will bring greater stability and peace. She states that investment will increase with stability bringing improved economy and more jobs.

The article presents an analysis of the relevance of the 100th anniversary commemorations of the First World War for Pakistan. A historic account of the Regiments and the Pakistani Army, then part of the British Indian Army pre-Partition, that served in the war is given. The importance of fostering public awareness of the deeds and sacrifice of those who served Pakistan through all its history in building a national spirit is noted.

Information about the landmark meeting between the Director Generals Military Operations of Pakistan and India that was held in Pakistan on December 24, 2013 is presented. It states that the meeting strengthen the Pakistan-India relationship to ensure the sanctity of the ceasefire on the Line of Control (LOC). It also notes that the meeting help to relief the conflict between the two countries the lead to a new bilateral trade initiatives to progress.

The article offers the author's insights on the 7.6 magnitude earthquake in Pakistan in 2005 in which epicentre was located close Muzaffarabad in Asad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK). She says that the trail of devastation reached throughout the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and AJK. She mentions that the response of the Army to the earthquake honour the faith of the people to them. She adds that the Army led in communications and data management for the distribution of relief goods.

The article focuses on the message of politician, lawyer and founder of Pakistan Muhammad Ali Jinnah regarding the great determination and discipline for a great Nation. It states that the military operations both in air and ground were affected by conflicts and natural disasters and start to rehabilitate the whole region in the present generations. It also highlights Pakistan Army who became a victim of war and terror and lose some parts of their body to protect the country.

The article focuses on the developments despite views on terror in South Waziristan of Pakistan that has took significant cost on the country's economy and on human life. It notes the consideration of education as the top priority of the country, while its Army rebuilds 45 schools for girls and boys who join the operation. It also notes the reconstruction of health facilities as well as the improvement of its health services, especially among the women.

The article offers information on the global humanitarian system and its life-saving assistance. Topics discussed include humanitarian organisations like United Nations (UN) agencies, international non-governmental organization (INGO) and NGOs need to do better in humanitarian aid, the World Humanitarian Summit was held in Istanbul, Turkey, in May 2016, and the Pakistan Armed Forces and its humanitarian aid.

The author discusses the contribution of Pakistan Army in natural disasters. She states the role and effectiveness of the Army is without question, accounting her experiences over the history of major disasters in which the Pakistan Army has been the most critical component of saving lives and bringing comfort to the victims. Also investigated is the personal contributions of the Army and their families to disasters and the divide between military and humanitarian organisations.

The article discusses issues related to building maritime capacity in by huge investment in China. Topics discussed include relationship between China and Pakistan and the future benefits of China-Pakistan Economic Corrider (CPEC), significant contribution of Pakistan navy to the Multinational combined Task forces and increased budget allocations to build the nation's naval capacity and maritime security.

The author discusses the role of the Pakistan Navy in protecting the coastal and marine environment in Pakistan. The author states that the Navy leads the example in coastal protection and raising awareness. The author mentions that the Navy are conducting projects for the preservation of the marine environment and rehabilitate mangroves along coastal areas.