Joint efforts to address climate crisis

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APP August 23, 2024

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ISLAMABAD:

Capital Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa, on Wednesday, met with Country Director Islamic Relief Pakistan, Asif Shirazi, to discuss joint efforts in addressing climate change and developing Islamabad.

Randhawa praised Islamic Relief's contributions to Pakistan's development since 1992, particularly in environmental initiatives.

He highlighted CDA's efforts in plantation drives, especially in Margalla Hills, and the establishment of the Climate Change Fund to protect Islamabad's environment.

The meeting focused on tackling climate change, with discussions on projects to meet Islamabad's growing water needs. CDA offered technical support to address the water problem, while Islamic Relief expressed readiness to collaborate with CDA's development partners, including the World Bank and International Development Bank.

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