Turkiye, Danish envoys call on Federal Minister Musadik Malik
ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of Turkiye to Pakistan, Irfan Neziroglu, met with the Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Musadik Malik, at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination.
The meeting, which took place on Monday, focused on discussing strategies to enhance cooperation between Turkiye and Pakistan in areas such as forestry and climate change, with a particular emphasis on carbon credit initiatives.
Both parties agreed to further strengthen their bilateral cooperation in carbon credit projects, with plans to increase investment in these areas by exploring global and regional climate finance opportunities. Ambassador Neziroglu reaffirmed Turkiye’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s climate change mitigation efforts and emphasized the importance of global cooperation in addressing environmental challenges. He noted that Turkiye is eager to collaborate with Pakistan to advance their shared goals and contribute to global sustainability.Pakistan and China Share Energy Security Goals: Musadik Malik
Minister Musadik Malik welcomed the collaboration, highlighting the significant climate challenges Pakistan faces, including deforestation, desertification, water scarcity, and the need for climate adaptation. He stressed the role of carbon credits in attracting investments, enhancing climate finance, and ensuring a sustainable future for the country.
The two leaders reiterated their commitment to expanding cooperation on environmental issues and agreed to pursue joint initiatives in forestry management, reforestation, and other sustainable practices. The meeting concluded with plans to continue discussions and develop concrete outcomes in the near future.
Additionally, they agreed to hold an online meeting after the Eid holidays, involving senior government representatives from both countries’ environmental ministries, to explore collaborative opportunities in waste management, the circular economy, and carbon credit projects.
Minister Malik expressed optimism about the partnership, stating, “The collaboration between Turkiye and Pakistan is expected to yield positive results in the battle against climate change, promoting long-term sustainable development in both nations.”
Danish Ambassador to Pakistan, Jakob Linulf, also met with Minister Musadik Malik on the same day to discuss Pakistan’s climate vulnerability and joint opportunities for enhancing the country’s climate resilience.
The Danish Ambassador reiterated Denmark’s full support in assisting Pakistan with its climate-related challenges and expressed Denmark’s readiness to aid in climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts, emphasizing the urgency of collective action to secure the future of the country.
In his meeting with the Danish Ambassador, Minister Malik emphasized the importance of generating high-quality carbon credits in addressing climate change. He highlighted the government’s focus on strategic projects to attract international funding and foster cooperation.
Minister Malik also noted that Pakistan’s petroleum sector is increasingly contributing to the country’s green transition, mentioning Pakistan State Oil’s renewable energy program and Marri Petroleum’s efforts to shift towards renewable energy sources.
Earlier, the Secretary of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Aisha Humaira Moriani, briefed both ambassadors on the federal government’s ongoing climate change mitigation and adaptation programs, policies, and projects. She mentioned that the provinces are also actively participating in these initiatives, a result of the federal government’s collaborative approach to ensuring the success of these efforts nationwide.
Secretary Moriani also shared the Ministry’s ongoing efforts in developing a new Glacier Conservation Strategy, which is set to be finalized for approval by the federal cabinet. This strategy is essential for preserving Pakistan’s glaciers, which are crucial for the region’s water supply.
