D-8 Disability Forum established through Karachi declaration
The D-8 Disability Forum was established during the Healthcare Expo 2026 in Karachi to promote the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities across member nations. The National Disability and Development Forum of Pakistan was appointed as the lead organization for this regional alliance.
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This initiative represents a significant step toward regional cooperation in addressing disability rights and inclusive policy development.
KARACHI - A landmark step towards regional cooperation on disability inclusion was taken during Healthcare Expo 2026 in Karachi with the formal establishment of the D-8 Disability Forum through the Karachi Declara-tion. The announcement was made by Dr. Kemal Aydin, President Ibne Sina Institute and the World Council on Aging, T rkiye. Speaking at the event, Dr. Kemal emphasized the importance of strengthening col-laboration among the D-8 member countries to promote the rights, inclusion, rehabilitation, and em-powerment of persons with disabilities. He announced the formation of a regional alliance, the D-8 Disability Forum, to advance these shared goals, said a press release received here.
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