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He underscored the global recognition of the fact that the social issues were now at the core of national security of any state. [...] The second factor was the implementation of the 18th Constitutional Amendment and the subsequent devolution, which she argued should have been preceded by a clear delineation of responsibilities between the federal and provincial governments. [...] Senator Nishtar expressed her belief in the potential for positive change in Pakistan and underscored the importance of addressing foundational issues to ensure a brighter future for the country. [...] Conclusion In her conclusion, Ms Khand called for sweeping changes in the foundational aspects of education and societal attitudes, a reinforcement of governance structures, and an improvement in the safety and acknowledgment of women in the labour market. [...] Air Marshal Habib acknowledged that the issues outlined in the panellists’ presentations might initially evoke feelings of hopelessness and despondency due to the overwhelming nature of the challenges described.