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So far, 12 development plans have failed to remove structural bottlenecks
Inflation, unemployment, poverty, inadequate infrastructure and gender disparities are formidable hurdles
Recommend addressing internal challenges, improving linkages with neighbours
Unchecked rise in population can nullify efforts to bring millions out of poverty
It will contribute to socio-economic development in Pakistan
Lecture discusses socio-economic problems that have plagued Sindh
Envoy says skills programme in province soon
It is easier, however,to examine the devastating impact of not having either an agriculture or youth policy
'Sustainable socio-economic development is linked to cultural pluralism and advancements in science and technology'
Dr Attaur Rahman emphasises on importance of research, technology