Pakistani PM stresses urgent climate action amid ongoing flood response

5/8/2025 2:20

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that coordinated and vigorous efforts will be taken to address the growing threat of climate change, as the country continues to deal with the aftermath of heavy rains and flooding in northern regions, the Prime Minister's office said in a statement.



Chairing a meeting on the recent flood situation and relief efforts during his visit to the country's northern Gilgit-Baltistan region, the prime minister directed the Ministry of Climate Change to adopt a more proactive approach and stressed the importance of mobilizing funds to build climate-resilient infrastructure across the country.



Sharif said that although Pakistan contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, it ranks among the 10 countries most vulnerable to climate change.