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Global Buyers Are Increasing Orders From Pakistan: The Better Work Program Success Story | POP # 33Play Button

Global Buyers Are Increasing Orders From Pakistan: The Better Work Program Success Story | POP # 33

Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes. The opinions shared by the guests are their personal views. We do not intend to defame or harm any person, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help the audience make informed choices. 🔔 Subscribe to Pakistan Observer Podcast for more insightful conversations: @pakistanobserverofficial Timestamps: 1:02 – What is Better Work? 1:59 – Where does the government come in? 3:07 – How are global buyers viewing Pakistan’s garment industry? 5:02 – Biggest challenges Pakistan is facing today 6:28 – Are programs like Better Work actually effective? 8:20 – Have you spoken to workers under the BW program? 8:31 – What are workers saying? 10:15 – Biggest labour issues in Pakistan 12:56 – How is the government ensuring implementation of labour laws? 14:48 – Are you working with international partners like ILO? 16:30 – Government incentives for compliance 17:12 – How buyers view Pakistan internationally 19:49 – The next few years for Pakistan in labour-focused markets 21:30 – International perspective on Pakistan’s labour market 23:05 – Compliance matrix from buyers’ perspective 23:15 – Reflections today 25:15 – The future outlook for Pakistan 27:36 – How factories have changed since BW implementation 30:00 – Conversations with the 120 factories under BW 30:55 – Why should factories sign up for Better Work? 31:30 – Government’s view on BW 32:56 – Buyer conversations and expectations 34:18 – Comparative data from other countries About the Episode In this in-depth episode of the Pakistan Observer Podcast, we explore the impact of the Better Work Programme in Pakistan and how it is reshaping the country’s garment and textile sector. From worker perspectives to global buyer expectations, this conversation examines compliance, competitiveness, labour rights, and Pakistan’s positioning in international markets. We spoke to key stakeholders including representatives from the International Labour Organization (ILO), government officials, worker unions, global brands, and factory leadership — offering a 360-degree perspective on how Better Work is influencing transparency, accountability, and export growth. Featured Guests • Mr. Geir T. Tonstol – Country Director, ILO Pakistan • Mr. Chaudhry Saad Mohammad – Pakistan United Workers Federation (PUWF) • Ms. Syedah Kulsoom Hai – Department of Labour, Punjab • Dr. Nabeel Amin – Project Director, Ministry of Commerce • Mr. Ivo Spauwen – Programme Manager, ILO Better Work • Mr. Michael Bride – Senior Vice President, Corporate Responsibility, PVH • Mr. Ehtisham Azhar – Lucky Knits Factory • Mr. Haroon Shamsi – Towel Manufacturers Association of Pakistan About the Host – Abdullah Gauhar Malik Abdullah Gauhar Malik is the Digital Head at Pakistan Observer, hosting deep-dive conversations with policymakers, industry leaders, and development experts through the Pakistan Observer Podcast. Join the Conversation Do you believe programmes like Better Work can transform Pakistan’s export potential and labour standards? Share your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear from you. If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more engaging conversations. #PakistanObserverPodcast #BetterWork #ILO #Pakistan #TextileIndustry #Garments #LabourRights #Exports #Compliance #GlobalBuyers #AbdullahGauharMalik

Dr. Javier Luque | Understanding Pakistan’s Education Emergency | POP # 32Play Button

Dr. Javier Luque | Understanding Pakistan’s Education Emergency | POP # 32

Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes. The views and opinions expressed by the guest are personal and do not necessarily reflect those of Pakistan Observer. We do not intend to defame or harm any individual, institution, country, or organization mentioned. Our aim is to promote informed, constructive dialogue on critical public issues. 🔔 Subscribe to Pakistan Observer Podcast for more insightful conversations: @pakistanobserverofficial Timestamps: 01:06 – Education as a global priority 02:09 – What do countries with low education levels have in common? 04:07 – Why aren’t countries spending enough on education? 06:02 – Treating education as an investment, not a cost 07:01 – Is education an emergency or a priority for Pakistan? 09:24 – Government of Pakistan and education 12:24 – What does the Global Partnership for Education do in Pakistan? 13:51 – How funding availability impacts education outcomes 15:44 – Education, UNICEF, and Pakistan 17:45 – GPE and building schools in Pakistan 19:39 – AI and the future of education 21:58 – Global crises and shrinking education budgets 23:20 – Key education challenges in Pakistan 26:23 – Immediate steps to tackle Pakistan’s education crisis 30:05 – Education in Pakistan: rural vs urban divide 34:25 – The future of education in Pakistan 38:10 – Message for the youth of Pakistan About the Guest – Dr. Javier Dr. Javier is the Country Engagement Lead for the Global Partnership for Education (GPE). With extensive experience in global education financing and policy, he works closely with governments and development partners to strengthen education systems, expand access, and improve learning outcomes in developing countries, including Pakistan. About the Host – Abdullah Gauhar Malik Abdullah Gauhar Malik is the Digital Head at Pakistan Observer and host of the Pakistan Observer Podcast, where he leads in-depth conversations with policymakers, development professionals, and thought leaders on issues shaping Pakistan and the world. About This Episode In this thought-provoking episode of the Pakistan Observer Podcast, Dr. Javier unpacks why education must be treated as a global priority and a long-term investment. From Pakistan’s education financing gaps and rural–urban disparities to the role of GPE, UNICEF, and emerging technologies like AI, the conversation offers a grounded, policy-focused look at what’s holding education back — and what can be done now. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in education reform, development financing, and Pakistan’s future. Join the Conversation Do you think Pakistan is treating education as a true priority? What should be done urgently? Share your thoughts in the comments. If you found this conversation valuable, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more meaningful discussions. #PakistanObserverPodcast #EducationCrisis #GlobalPartnershipForEducation #EducationInPakistan #SDG4 #YouthAndEducation #PublicPolicy

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