Background
The Multilateral Industrial Policy Forum (MIPF) was established by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in 2021 in response to calls from Member States to expand the provision of industrial policy advisory services. The Forum quickly evolved into a significant global platform for dialogue on industrial policy, particularly after three sessions of the Development Dialogue set its objectives. The inaugural edition of the MIPF took place in March 2023 at UNIDO Headquarters in Vienna, and the second edition followed in Riyadh from October 23-24, 2024, hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. At the heart of these discussions is the goal of tackling global industrial challenges, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable practices.[1] Pakistan’s participation in the Forum is significant and will have broader implications for industrialization, economic collaboration, and sustainable development in the country.
