COP29 Monitoring Desk Islamabad
NDMA participates in Event on “Strengthening Resilience through Climate Diplomacy in Disaster Management” at COP 29
NDMA) held a significant panel discussion on “Exacerbation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH)
BAKU/ Azerbaijan, 13 Nov 2024: Pak NDMA Chairman Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik delivered a keynote address at Center for Climate Diplomacy event titled “Strengthening Resilience through Climate Diplomacy in Disaster Management” at Pakistan Pavilion, COP 29, Baku Azerbaijan.
The event highlighted the critical intersection of climate diplomacy and disaster resilience. Chairman NDMA underscored Pakistan’s dedication to collaborative, climate-conscious approaches for effective disaster risk reduction and resilience building.
Chairman NDMA emphasized the importance of climate diplomacy as a key strategy in advancing global cooperation and securing resources to address climate-induced disasters. He outlined NDMA’s commitment to fostering international partnerships and driving forward initiatives that support both national and global resilience frameworks.
His remarks highlighted Pakistan’s proactive engagement in climate diplomacy as a means to address and mitigate the impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities.
Through this strategic side event, NDMA reiterated its commitment to driving a global agenda for resilience by leveraging climate diplomacy and supporting initiatives that place people at the center of climate adaptation and disaster management. The authority remains dedicated to strengthening partnerships and fostering a sustainable, resilient future for all.
Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is attending the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan.NDMA’s participation at COP 29 underscores Pakistan’s commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing resilience through international cooperation and support.
Amna Munawwar Awan President Center for Climate Diplomacy suggested various ideas of collaboration in research and development , climate mitigation , climate adaptation and climate financing
Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) held a significant panel discussion on “Exacerbation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Issues in Women & Adolescent Girls Due to the Climate Crisis.”
This session, hosted at the Pakistan Pavilion, brought together global experts to share insights on how climate impacts are intensifying challenges for vulnerable communities.
Chairman NDMA, Lt General Inam Haider Malik, delivered the keynote address, highlighting potential policy frameworks and interventions to address these pressing issues.
He emphasized the importance of innovative, locally-led solutions to combat GBV and improve SRH outcomes during climate emergencies. Additionally, he called for global collaborations to develop scalable solutions.
The distinguished panelists explored ways to enhance resilience and prioritize gender-sensitive approaches to disaster response. The discussion concluded with a strong commitment from both government and humanitarian organizations to integrate SRH and GBV response mechanisms into climate disaster planning.
NDMA’s high level delegation is participating in. COP 29 at Baku. NDMA’s participation at COP29 underscores Pakistan’s commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing resilience through international cooperation and support.
Pakistan, ranked as the fifth most vulnerable country to climate change, has faced severe impacts, including devastating floods, heat waves, and droughts.
The country’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) outlines comprehensive strategies to enhance resilience across various sectors.However, the implementation of these strategies is hindered by financial and technical constraints.
Anticipatory Actions (AA), a proactive tool for Risk-based Financing, should be institutionalized for climate financing grants. This approach enables timely interventions, reducing the impact of climate-related disasters and enhancing resilience in vulnerable communities.
NDMA’s participation at COP 29 underscores Pakistan’s commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing resilience through international cooperation and support.
Pakistan in the World – April / May 2024
