The most recent development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, is the signing of a $2.7 million agreement between the Government of Japan, UN-Habitat, and JICA to enhance the disaster resilience of schools in the region. This initiative, supported by a Japanese grant of JPY 427 million, aims to retrofit and structurally strengthen schools in Swat and Buner, which were severely affected by the 2025 cloudbursts and flash floods. According to Pakistan Today, the project will not only improve the physical infrastructure but also restore gender-sensitive water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities, ensuring safe access for girls and children with disabilities. Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, emphasized the importance of this investment, stating, 'Investing in safer schools protects children and ensures continuity of education during emergencies.' The initiative aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and supports Pakistan’s commitments under the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, as noted by UN-Habitat's Regional Director, Ms. Kazuko Ishigaki.