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Govt. accords priority to social sector development: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani Thursday said government considers social sector development as its top priority.Chairing a meeting on social sector cooperation with USA under the Kerry-Lugar Act, the Prime Minister emphasized that the relevant Ministries and organizations should not loose sight of the welfare and benefits to the people at large.
Prime Minister said the social sector development was a significant area requiring concerted efforts and appropriate allocations both through own sources as well as assistance from friendly countries.
The Prime Minister said the National Education Policy comprehensively covers various aspects, which would help achieve the Millennium Development Goals.
He said the Health Policy and women empowerment initiatives also have to be holistic to meet the growing needs of the society.
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