Celebrating achievements and planning for the future,
a call from UNFPA's State of World Population 2011 Report
ISLAMABAD, 26 October 2011 — World population will reach 7 billion soon this year. How we respond now will determine whether we have a healthy, sustainable and prosperous future or one that is marked by inequalities, environmental decline and economic setbacks, according to The State of World Population 2011 report, launched today by UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund.
The 2011 report is entitled 'People and Possibilities in a World of 7 Billion' which contains snapshots from nine countries, where ordinary people, national population experts, and policymakers talk about the diverse and formidable challenges they face and how they are confronting them. "If I can say it in another way, it looks at population and development issues such as poverty and inequality, urbanization, ageing, the environment, young people, and women's empowerment, from the perspective of individuals like you and me. Within this complex story of trends and paradoxes that emerges, there are some essential global truths", said Rabbi Royan, UNFPA Representative.
A world of 7 billion can be seen as a success for humanity. All over the world, people are living longer and healthier lives. Yet these positives mask great inequalities as difference between rich and poor is increasing everywhere, across and within countries and between men and women. Our task ahead in all countries is to follow a development path that promotes equality.
"Reaching a global population of seven billion is a numerical landmark, but our focus should always be on people. That is why I am pleased that the United Nations Population Fund is giving meaning to the number by launching its campaign for "7 Billion Actions" to contribute to a better world. The world of today is one of complexity and contradiction. We have enough food for everyone, yet nearly a billion go hungry. We have the means to eradicate many diseases, yet they continue to spread. We have the gift of a rich natural environment, yet it remains subjected to daily assault and exploitation. We all want peace, yet much of the world is in conflict. More than ever, individuals can make a difference by uniting together through social networks and working for change", reiterated Timo Pakkala, United Nations Resident Coordinator.
While addressing the memorable occasion, the Acting Secretary, Planning and Development Division, Ch. Muhammad Azam urged that we all need to join hands for spreading the message of birth-spacing and small family norms, among the communities, especially marginalized groups, women, youth, and under-served communities in Pakistan. "Today we have to resolve, that in future, we will make all efforts to ensure 'door step services' of Reproductive Health and Family Planning to the clients, in every nook and corner of the country." stated the Acting Secretary.
For more information, please contact:
Muhammad Ajmal, tel. 0300-5001724, ajmal@unfpa.org
Tariq Khattak, Islamabad, Pakistan.
GSM = 0300-9599007 and 0333-9599007
Email: Tariqgulkhattak@gmail.com
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