The recent developments in Karachi highlight a significant focus on addressing urban challenges and enhancing infrastructure resilience. At the Asia-Pacific Shelter and Settlements Forum (APSSF) 2026, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of climate-resilient housing, citing the Sindh People's Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) program as a 'global model for climate-resilient and people-centred recovery' (Profit by Pakistan Today). The program aims to construct over 2.1 million homes, benefiting more than 15 million people, and has received international praise from organizations like the World Bank and Asian Development Bank for its innovative approach (Business Recorder). The forum, attended by 1,200 participants from 41 countries, underscored the need for inclusive planning and disaster preparedness in the face of climate risks (Tribune Latest).