Latest / Pakistan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
UN Passes First Ever Assistive Tech Resolution | Pakistan News
The UN just passed a historic resolution, spearheaded by Pakistan, to make assistive tech like wheelchairs and screen readers globally accessible — the first time the General Assembly has focused solely on this issue. With 2.5 billion people needing such tools but often unable to access them due to cost, scarcity, or lack of expertise, this move could transform lives by enabling independence and inclusion. The resolution ties assistive tech to broader goals like education, jobs, and emergency response, calling for global support — especially for developing nations. Drafted by Saima Saleem…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.