The delegations discussed the consequences of the devastating floods in Pakistan in 2022, emphasising the importance of preparing for the effects of climate change.
During the Pakistan-US Climate and Environment Working Group (CEWG) dialogue in Islamabad, the US Department of Agriculture announced a $4.5 million programme to improve fertiliser efficiency and effectiveness for Pakistani farmers.
Besides announcing $4.5 million agriculture programme, the US has also expressed support for Pakistan’s “Living Indus” initiative to restore the ecological health of Pakistan‘s Indus River Basin. Minister for Climate Change, and Monica Medina, Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, led their respective delegations.
The two governments reaffirmed their commitment to addressing the climate crisis through collaboration on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
According to a joint statement issued following the conclusion of the Pakistan-US Climate and Environment Working Group (CEWG) dialogue, officials and experts from both countries engaged on climate and environment issues, including climate change, energy transition, water management, climate-smart agriculture, air quality, biodiversity, and waste management, including plastics recycling.
The delegations discussed the consequences of the devastating floods in Pakistan in 2022, emphasising the importance of preparing for the effects of climate change. Both governments agreed to strengthen their bilateral relationship through the Pakistan-US “Green Alliance” framework.
The “Green Alliance” will assist Pakistan and the United States in addressing current and future climate, environmental, and economic needs, particularly through partnerships in agriculture, water, and clean energy.
Pakistan and the US committed to advancing future cooperation in agriculture, water, and energy transition through the Pakistan-US “Green Alliance” framework. The US Agency for International Development (USAID) announced new activities in Pakistan to promote climate-smart agriculture and climate finance.
To improve Pakistan’s flood forecasting and disaster response capabilities, the US Army Corps of Engineers will begin sharing weather data on glacial melt with the Ministry of Climate Change and other local stakeholders. The United States and Pakistan also pledged to work together to ensure a successful year as co-chairs of the Green Climate Fund Board in 2023.