Punjab secures US support against smog

Aurangzeb briefed on agendas like Green Punjab and Clean Punjab, emphasizing environmental legislation improvement


Our Correspondent March 28, 2024

LAHORE:

The Punjab government is set to receive assistance from the United States in addressing smog and environmental concerns. A delegation from the American Consulate pledged support for Punjab CM's climate and reform initiatives.

Punjab Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb represented the Chief Minister, while Consul General Kristin K. Hawkins led the delegation.

The delegation, including Nicholas Katasakis and Sadaf Saad, discussed cooperation in education, public health, and environmental sectors, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties.

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Discussions centered on transport, shrimp production, and solid waste management cooperation. Aurangzeb briefed on agendas like Green Punjab and Clean Punjab, emphasizing environmental legislation improvement.

Efforts to combat smog and integrate environmental subjects into the curriculum were highlighted. Aurangzeb praised Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif's "Plant for Pakistan" campaign and emphasized public-private collaboration for environmental enhancement.

Acknowledging Punjab's digital transformation, providing 40+ services, she thanked the American Consul General for their commitment to Punjab's development agenda.

Published in The Express Tribune, March 28th, 2024.

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