Seoul (TDI): Dr. Shezra Mansab Ali Kharal, Minister of State for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, attended the 14th Session of the Assembly and 18th Session of the Council of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in Seoul, South Korea.
In her keynote speech at the Inaugural Session, titled “Implementing International Carbon Markets: Country Experiences and Strategic Pathways to 2023”, Dr. Kharal emphasized Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to addressing climate change both internationally and domestically.
The session, attended by government officials from New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Senegal, Norway, Sweden, and Zambia, along with climate change experts, NGO representatives, and media, provided a platform to discuss global carbon market mechanisms and strategies.
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Dr. Kharal stated that Pakistan has demonstrated significant commitment and leadership in addressing Climate Change both internationally and domestically.
She reiterated that Pakistan’s comprehensive Climate agenda includes implementing a range of policies and initiatives to enhance country’s climate resilience, mitigate emissions, and mobilize climate finance.
On the sidelines of the Global Green Growth Week, the minister will also hold important bilateral meetings with the delegation from Norway as well as the representatives of various International NGOs.
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The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international organization promoting green growth, balancing economic development, and environmental sustainability. Ban Ki-moon, former UN Secretary General is the current Chair and President of the Institute.
Sohail Majeed
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