Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Antalya on Tuesday for a two-day Shehbaz Sharif Turkey visit to attend the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Addressing the global community, the Prime Minister emphasized the urgent need for concrete measures to tackle climate change and highlighted Pakistan's commitment to a cleaner, more resilient economy.
During the summit, the Prime Minister participated in a high-level dialogue titled "35 by 35: Powering the Future." He reaffirmed Pakistan’s full support for the global ambition of achieving the 35-by-35 Global Electrification Pledge, which aims to expand electricity access through sustainable means.
Focus on Solar Energy and Climate Finance
In his address, Shehbaz Sharif highlighted Pakistan's domestic efforts to accelerate solarisation. He noted that expanding renewable energy capacity is a central pillar of the country's strategy to mitigate the impact of climate-related disasters. The Prime Minister also stressed the importance of strengthening early-warning systems and disaster preparedness.
A key theme of his speech was the demand for climate justice. He called on the international community to ensure that climate financing—funds provided to help countries adapt to environmental changes—is predictable, adequate, and easily accessible for developing nations that are disproportionately affected by global warming.
Bilateral Meetings on the Sidelines
On the sidelines of the COP31 summit in Antalya, the Prime Minister engaged in several diplomatic meetings. He met with the President of Iran and the Prime Minister of Kuwait, Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, to discuss regional developments and bilateral cooperation.
He also held informal discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, and Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman. In a meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa, Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the people of Palestine and pledged to continue raising a voice for their rights at international forums.
Aasan alfaaz mein
Wazir-e-Azam Shehbaz Sharif Turkey gaye hain taakay dunya ko climate change ke khatraat se agah kar saken. Unhon ne kaha ke Pakistan solar energy ko barha raha hai taakay sasti aur saaf bijli mil sakay. Unhon ne baray mulkon se maali imdad ka mutaliba bhi kiya taakay sailab aur garmi jaisay masail se lara ja sakay.
