The stunning valley of Swat has long been known as the "Switzerland of Pakistan". 160 Kilometers from the capital city of Islamabad, it is situated in the lap of exquisite mountains (the offshoots of Hindukush) enclosing stunning and enchanting valleys, lush green meadows and blue-water lakes. Swat has been inhabited for over 2000 years.

One year ago Pakistan was hit by unprecedented monsoon rains and floods. Across the country the scope and scale of the crisis was exceptional, affecting the lives of over 18 million people, washing away communities and livelihoods, and forcing millions to flee from their homes. The crisis took the lives of a confirmed 1,980 people and left an estimated 14 million in need of humanitarian assistance.

Jati, Thatta District, Sindh – United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) National Goodwill Ambassador for Early Recovery and international tennis star, Aisam ul Haq announced a donation of USD 10,000 for flood Early Recovery activities in Pakistan. The donation comes from the Haq Foundation and through funds contributed by the ATP World Tour USA - the professional regulatory body of the game of tennis

A Policy Dialogue on the New Growth Strategy of Pakistan: Moving Forward Opening Address by Mr. Ajay Chhibber.