PM says Pakistan to host ‘World Environment Day’ on fifth of next month

While attending a ceremony in connection with Ten Billion Tree Tsunami Program in Haripur on Thursday, PM highlighted the steps taken by his government to address the issue of climate change and said that Pakistan is amongst the few countries which is taking serious measures to cope with the challenge of global warming.

“Pakistan is unfortunately amongst the ten countries vulnerable to the disastrous consequences of changing climate. Melting of glaciers at a rapid pace are also posing a challenge to Pakistan. Our efforts are directed towards providing a better and secured future to our coming generations,” he said.

Imran Khan said that his government launched a series of projects including that of Ten Billion Tree Tsunami, national parks' establishment and restoration of wetlands and wildlife to deal with changin climate. 

“These projects not just ensured employment opportunities to the people, but also contributed to the promotion of tourism. With our will and dedication, we can reverse the very impact of climate change, ” he said.

He was confident that the very impact of climate change can be reversed provided there is a will.

On the occasion, Special Assistant on Climate Change Amin Aslam apprised the Prime Minister about the progress on various projects.