New York: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that despite Pakistan’s negligible contribution to global carbon emissions, it remains among the countries most severely affected by climate change. He urged the international community to honour its pledges of financial assistance for climate protection.
He was addressing a Special Climate Event convened in New York by the UN Secretary-General and the President of Brazil.
The Prime Minister said Pakistan’s commitment to implementing its climate agenda is firm and unwavering. He noted that the country is promoting renewable energy and afforestation. By 2035, the share of renewable and hydropower in the national energy mix will be increased to 62 percent, nuclear power capacity will be enhanced by 1,200 megawatts by 2030, 30 percent of transport will be shifted to clean energy, and water conservation will be ensured. “Debt upon debt is not a solution to the problem,” he stressed.
The Prime Minister further stated that Pakistan is facing challenges such as torrential monsoon rains, cloudbursts, and devastating floods. These climate disasters have affected more than 5 million people and 4,100 villages, while claiming over 1,000 lives. In 2022 alone, Pakistan suffered losses exceeding 30 billion dollars due to catastrophic floods.
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