Pakistan Could Unlock Rs. 1.2 Trillion In New Social Sector Funding
Pakistan has the potential to generate Rs. 1.2 trillion through alternative sources, including Zakat, Corporate Social Responsibility contributions and religiously … Read More The post Pakistan Could Unlock Rs. 1.2 Trillion In New Social Sector Funding appeared first on ProPakistani .
A policy discussion in Islamabad explored the potential for Pakistan to unlock an estimated Rs. 1.2 trillion in new funding for the social sector, primarily through Zakat, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contributions and religiously motivated initiatives. This amount is comparable to the funds typically allocated through the provincial Annual Development Plans.
Speakers emphasized the need to improve public confidence, transparency, and localization to successfully mobilize these alternative financing sources. The discussion, titled "Towards Integrated Financing for Pakistan’s Social Sector," was organized by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in collaboration with UNICEF and Germany's GIZ.
Participants stressed the importance of combining public funding with alternative financing to meet growing social sector needs.
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