, May 11 -- Finance Secretary Dr Md Khairuzzaman Mozumder has underscored the urgency of establishing a sustainable social security framework, describing the inclusion of all citizens in the pension system as vital for the creation of a welfare state.

Dr Mozumder highlighted the transformative potential of the Universal Pension Scheme while speaking as the chief guest on Saturday at a workshop titled "Capacity and Potential of the National Pension Authority" held at the authority's conference room,.

The Finance Secretary expressed optimism that the country could establish a robust social and financial security net by bringing citizens over the age of 18 under the four existing schemes: Prabash, Pragati, Surokkha, and Samata.

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