REF_2026 therefore represents more than a forum for economic dialogue; it is a platform for connecting rural communities and institutions around a shared vision of an inclusive, resilient, environmentally responsible, and sustainable economy—while exploring how Pakistan can unlock the potential of its Green and Blue Economy. Environmental protection and the sustainable use of natural resources have become central to the future of economic development. Around the world, countries are increasingly seeking development models that can generate employment and livelihoods while protecting ecosystems, conserving water, addressing climate change, and ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources. Within this broader agenda, the…
Author: Dr. Azhar Rasool
From instant meals to mealworm protein — how modern diets and sustainable innovations are reshaping what we eat and how we farm. As modern life accelerates, the way we eat and even how we feed our animals — is undergoing a remarkable transformation. From the rise of instant, fortified meals in cities to the adoption of mealworms as sustainable poultry feed in rural Pakistan, the global food system is evolving under the pressures of time, cost, and environmental responsibility. In cities across the world, eating habits are changing faster than ever. Traditional, home-cooked meals that once defined family life are…