Islamabad (TDI): The Ministry of Climate Change is facing criticism for sending a large delegation to the COP29 climate conference in Baku.
The ministry finalized a delegation of 35 officials, including the daughter of a cabinet minister, to represent Pakistan at the COP29 event on November 11 in the Azerbaijan capital.
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Reports indicate that the trip will cost over $1 million to the national kitty.
Ironically, the visit was funded through a loan from the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF), which has attracted public ire.
Critics argue that these funds would be better spent on local climate resilience efforts.
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The timing has also raised concerns, as an IMF team is scheduled to visit Pakistan on the same day to discuss a $1 billion climate financing package.
Observers say such expenses undermine the nation’s commitment to prudent climate financing and sustainable development.
