July 1, 2026
Pakistan and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on lithium-ion battery manufacturing and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, as Islamabad holds separate discussions with CATL — the world's largest EV battery maker — on a potential investment deal under the expanded China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
February 12, 2025
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called upon governments to strengthen climate financing and technology sharing. Addressing the World Governments Summit in Dubai, he urged private investors to explore Pakistan’s clean energy and infrastructure opportunities. He said multilateral institutions should support emerging economies like Pakistan in achieving sustainable growth. The Prime Minister said Pakistan is fully committed to mobilizing domestic resources and policy reforms. However, international partnerships and financial support remain critical to achieving this goal as global shift to a green economy requires a shared responsibility. He said Pakistan’s energy transition alone demands hundred billion dollars in investment. Shehbaz Sharif
January 15, 2025
Islamabad: The Karot Hydropower Project (HPP) stands as a model for Pakistan’s renewable energy future, balancing clean energy production, environmental stewardship, and economic development. While briefing the media and parliamentary delegation organized by “Understanding China Forum” at Karot HPP on Monday, Senior Advisor at China Three Gorges South Asia Investment Ltd (CSAIL) has said that the generation of reliable and affordable electricity will also help improve industrial productivity and support the growth of other sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and services, which depend heavily on consistent energy supply. Furthermore, the project’s long-term operation will reduce Pakistan’s energy import dependency, contributing
May 30, 2024
GILGIT BALTISTAN: The European Union (EU) has launched two flagship programs in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) to enhance skills and promote clean energy, a statement released on Thursday said. Through the Youth Skills Development Programme, the EU and the Government of Germany have joined forces to transform the vocational training landscape in Britain, said the statement issued by the Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan. “This program provides specific support to selected Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools across the region, resulting in i) better equipped TVET schools, ii) better trained staff and iii) curricula more aligned with market
Islamabad: The Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination has officially launched the Support for Preparedness for Article 6 Cooperation (SPAR6C) programme, a five-year technical assistance project in partnership with international organisations. This ambitious initiative aims to strengthen Pakistan’s ability to participate in international carbon market cooperation under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, ensuring access to financial and technical support for environmental sustainability and climate resilience. SPAR6C is implemented by a consortium led by the Global Green Development Institute (GGGI) and supported by UNEP’s Copenhagen Climate Center and GFA Consulting. A kick-off workshop brought together national stakeholders and international
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