Lahore (TDI): Ethiopia-Pakistan Green Dialogue was held at a local hotel in Lahore to promote green culture, innovation and technology in the global south for effectively fighting the climate change.
The “Ethiopia–Pakistan Green Dialogue: Lessons from Ethiopia’s Green Legacy” was jointly organized by the Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad and the Parks & Horticulture Authority, Government of the Punjab.
Bilal Yasin, Minister of Punjab for Housing, Urban Development and Public Health Engineering was the Chief Guest, while Secretary Forest, Wildlife & Fisheries Department, DG PHA Punjab, and Vice President of Federations of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry were the guests of honor.
A delegation from Ethiopia took part in the Dialogue, whileSpecial Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary of Ethiopia to Pakistan, Dr. Jemal Beker presided over along with Mansoor Ahmad, Director General PHA.
The Ambassador briefed the participants about the importance of massive plantation through community mobilization to avert the adverse impacts of the climate change. He said that Pakistan can learn from Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative.
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He added that Pakistan is facing severe climate changes despite being the least contributor in carbon emissions, adding “Pakistan is not alone in its fight against climate change as Ethiopia firmly stands with its brothers and sisters from Pakistan.”
The Ambassador also thanked the Chief Minister of Punjab province for holding this dialogue and hosting the Ethiopian delegation.
A thought-provoking panel discussion on Green Legacy Initiatives brought together experts and policymakers who shared innovative strategies, policy frameworks, and community engagement models to promote long-term environmental sustainability.
As part of the proceedings, Green Legacy Awards were also presented, followed by a tree plantation ceremony.
Sohail Majeed
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
