COP28: Pakistan’s Call for Climate Change and Global Initiatives

The recently concluded COP28 brought both hope & concern for Pakistan, a nation struggling with the harsh impacts of climate change, notably the devastating floods of 2022. One significant announcement was ‘Recharge Pakistan,’ a fund urged by Pakistan during COP27. While hailed as a positive step by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar Ul Haq Kakar, the fund amount, as reported by The Guardian, is just a fraction of what developing countries need to combat climate-related challenges.

Another crucial focus at COP28 was on health and farming with implications for Pakistan. The Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate) backed by over $17 billion from the US & the UAE, aims to promote climate-friendly farming globally. The UAE & various charities promise $777 million to combat neglected tropical diseases by rising temperatures, recognizing climate-related factors as a significant threat to human health.

While global initiatives show promise, the sufficient promise of funds remains a critical concern for nations like Pakistan facing immediate climate-related issues. The world’s response to these challenges will determine the effectiveness of COP28 outcomes in addressing the urgent needs of vulnerable countries.