Karachi: On nomination of Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber as President of this year’s UN climate conference, COP-28, spokesperson stated, “Pakistan believes that United Arab Emirates’ Presidency of COP-28 is an opportunity for meaningful progress and effective global action on key areas to mitigate and reverse negative impacts of climate change.”

Over years, UAE has demonstrated strong commitment to renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. Through initiatives like Masdar City project, Abu Dhabi Clean Energy Strategy, UAE net zero by 2050 and clean fossil fuels, UAE has made substantial investments in leading global efforts for achieving goal and targets of UNFCCC and its Paris Agreement.

UAE has manifested its commitment towards combating climate change by implementing several sustainable initiatives to mitigate climate change effects. For instance, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, one of largest renewable energy projects globally contributes to reducing carbon emissions. UAE has also invested in sustainable agriculture, water conservation and waste management, demonstrating comprehensive approach to addressing various aspects of climate crisis.

UAE’s strategic location also allows it to play crucial role in addressing climate change by serving as bridge between global north and global south in fostering international cooperation, knowledge sharing, and innovation to find common solutions.

Pakistan is confident that UAE’s presidency of COP-28 offers immense potential for global progress in addressing challenges posed by climate change. With its commitment to renewable energy, strategic position, sustainability-driven initiatives, technological advancements, international collaboration and knowledge sharing, UAE can play vital role in driving positive change and inspiring sustainable future for all.

Pakistan has full trust that under stewardship of Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber as President of COP-28, we will be able to drive global agenda on climate change in a positive direction decisively in December 2023.

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 12 2023

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