TLTP REPORT –
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Pakistan and JS Bank, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a framework for supporting micro-entrepreneurial initiatives initiated under the framework of the UNDP’s Kamyab Jawan – Youth Empowerment Programme (YEP).
According to a press release issued here on Wednesday, the Kamyab Jawan – Youth Empowerment Programme is supporting the government in developing innovative and sustainable entry points for the social and economic engagement and empowerment of young people in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh.
One of the key components of the programme is to support young motivated micro-entrepreneurs because entrepreneurship is the most viable option not just to create employment for youth but to spur economic growth in the country.
Under this MoU, JS Bank and UNDP will work together to enhance the business management skills of existing and aspiring young microentrepreneurs in the regions of Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as well as educate them on the availability of relevant financial products. Efforts will also be made to provide the right financial offerings to interested and relevant customers.
Commenting on the occasion, Tahir Sheikh, Group Head – Investment Banking & Emerging Business JS Bank said, “The Bank has a well-thought strategy for undertaking grass root support for entrepreneurs and promoting financial inclusion amongst the masses. This new alliance is a far-reaching step along this path and we foresee this as having a highly beneficial long term impact.”
Ignacio Artaza, Resident Representative of the UNDP Pakistan said “UNDP aims to improve the socio-economic status of the Youth by providing them with skills that increase their employment options and encouraging micro-entrepreneurship. Ensuring the financial inclusion of youth is a national priority and this partnership will provide a useful framework for that.”
