{"id":43395,"date":"2025-03-08T09:22:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-08T09:22:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=43395"},"modified":"2025-03-08T09:22:52","modified_gmt":"2025-03-08T09:22:52","slug":"undp-and-china-launch-tailored-intelligence-for-actionable-early-warning-systems-project-to-strengthen-climate-resilience-in-pakistan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/undp-and-china-launch-tailored-intelligence-for-actionable-early-warning-systems-project-to-strengthen-climate-resilience-in-pakistan\/","title":{"rendered":"UNDP and China Launch \u2018Tailored Intelligence for Actionable Early Warning Systems&#8217; Project to Strengthen Climate Resilience in Pakistan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43397\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Warning-System-UNDP-China.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Warning-System-UNDP-China.jpg 500w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Warning-System-UNDP-China-300x202.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>ISLAMABAD : March 5, 2025 <\/strong>\u2014 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of the People\u2019s Republic of China have officially launched the \u2018Tailored Intelligence for Actionable Early Warning Systems\u2019 (TIAEWS) project in Pakistan.<\/p>\n<p>Supported by China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) through its Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund (GDF), the initiative aims to strengthen Pakistan&#8217;s capacity to anticipate and respond to climate change impacts.<\/p>\n<p>As one of the world\u2019s most climate-vulnerable countries, Pakistan faces increasing threats from extreme weather events, including glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). The rapid melting of glaciers in the country\u2019s northern region has resulted in the formation of over 3,000 lakes, 33 of which are at high risk of sudden flooding.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"LlADmlKzEN\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/undp-and-key-stakeholders-pave-pakistans-path-to-a-low-emission-future\/\">UNDP and key stakeholders pave Pakistan\u2019s path to a low-emission future<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;UNDP and key stakeholders pave Pakistan\u2019s path to a low-emission future&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/undp-and-key-stakeholders-pave-pakistans-path-to-a-low-emission-future\/embed\/#?secret=PdUUaee4Bx#?secret=LlADmlKzEN\" data-secret=\"LlADmlKzEN\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>More than 7 million people in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remain at risk, making robust early warning systems (EWS) an urgent priority for protecting communities, livelihoods, and critical infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the launch event, <strong>Mr. Yang Guangyuan, Minister Counselor at the Chinese Embassy<\/strong> in Islamabad, emphasized the role of international partnerships in tackling climate change.<\/p>\n<p>He stated, \u201cChina recognizes its historical responsibility in addressing the climate change crisis and has consistently taken the lead in supporting our partners. Today marks another example of China\u2019s ongoing commitment over the years. While it\u2019s a small step, it strengthens our efforts to fight climate change, and after today, we are more confident about our future.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"ERG8BOYDta\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pak-china-joint-statement-sides-sign-agreements-of-cooperation-on-cpec-defense-security-science-technology-trade-media\/\">Pak China Joint Statement &#8211; Sides Sign Agreements of Cooperation on CPEC, Defense, Security, Science, Technology, Trade, Media<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pak China Joint Statement &#8211; Sides Sign Agreements of Cooperation on CPEC, Defense, Security, Science, Technology, Trade, Media&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pak-china-joint-statement-sides-sign-agreements-of-cooperation-on-cpec-defense-security-science-technology-trade-media\/embed\/#?secret=fJb4oo2bDk#?secret=ERG8BOYDta\" data-secret=\"ERG8BOYDta\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In his virtual address, <strong>Mr. Li Ming, Director General of CIDCA,<\/strong> highlighted the initiative\u2019s significance under the South-South cooperation: \u201cThe Chinese government is working with UNDP to implement early warning projects in six development countries under GDF, with Pakistan being the first\u00a0 to launch this initiative. This project embodies the spirit of South-South cooperation where developing countries work together to share experiences and develop solutions that meet their own needs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dr. Samuel Rizk, UNDP Pakistan\u2019s Resident Representative,<\/strong> underscored the project\u2019s significance: \u201cThis initiative marks another milestone in the trilateral partnership between Pakistan, China, and UNDP to advance climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction. Building on UNDP Pakistan\u2019s previous efforts through the GLOF-II and Glaciers and Students projects \u2013 that focused on early warning systems, glacier protection, and community resilience &#8211; TIAEWS presents a significant step forward in scaling up these initiatives to build a more climate-resilient Pakistan. By aligning with Pakistan\u2019s national priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this project will ensure that vulnerable communities not only receive life-saving alerts but also understand and act upon them.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"MjQMIwSwG1\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-january-2024\/\">Pakistan in the World \u2013 January 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan in the World \u2013 January 2024&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-january-2024\/embed\/#?secret=aKXL6VQRLZ#?secret=MjQMIwSwG1\" data-secret=\"MjQMIwSwG1\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The TIAEWS project will strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities in Gilgit-Baltistan by improving their ability to anticipate and respond to natural hazards. It will establish 70 Automatic Weather Stations, 70 Hydrometric Stations, and 70 Warning Posts, creating a robust early warning infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>The project will focus on three key areas: developing an integrated data management system for early warnings, strengthening community awareness and disaster preparedness, and improving governance and coordination for effective dissemination of critical warnings.<\/p>\n<p>The launch ceremony also featured a demonstration of EWS equipments, showcasing the advanced technology that will be deployed to improve Pakistan\u2019s disaster response capabilities, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mr. Raja Nasir Khan, Minister of the Planning and Development Department, Government of Gilgit-Baltistan,<\/strong> reiterated urgency of protecting both glaciers and the communities that depend on them. Mr. Muhammad Zubair, Deputy Secretary (UN Coordination) Economic Affairs Division, Government of Pakistan, highlighted the project&#8217;s alignment with the government&#8217;s long-term climate resilience strategy.<\/p>\n<p><strong> Mr. Sahibzad Khan, Director General, Pakistan Meteorological Department,<\/strong> further emphasized the critical role of advanced meteorological technologies in disaster preparedness.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"7cIguKraHK\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-february-2025\/\">Pakistan in the World \u2013 February 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan in the World \u2013 February 2025&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-february-2025\/embed\/#?secret=6xXTsVI94n#?secret=7cIguKraHK\" data-secret=\"7cIguKraHK\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 ISLAMABAD : March 5, 2025 \u2014 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of the People\u2019s Republic of China have officially launched the \u2018Tailored Intelligence for Actionable Early Warning Systems\u2019 (TIAEWS) project in Pakistan. 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