23 July 2024 – Islamabad: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Pakistan, the German development cooperation and UNICEF in close collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Coordination and Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives hosted a workshop on Pakistan's long-term vision for Low Emission Development Strategies (LT-LEDS). Attended by around 250 representatives from the public, private, academic, and development sectors, the workshop progressed towards the declaration of a joint LT-LEDS work plan by the Government of Pakistan, UNDP, GIZ and UNICEF, signifying a unified approach to creating a roadmap for achieving a decarbonized economy in Pakistan.

The workshop commenced with remarks from Dr. Samuel Rizk, Resident Representative UNDP Pakistan, who highlighted UNDP’s role in assisting government agencies in formulating climate policies and the significance of developing a robust LT-LEDS framework to achieve a low-carbon future. Ms. Mellisa Corkum, Acting UNICEF Representative in Pakistan, also solidified UNICEF’s commitment to working alongside partner organizations to ensure a just transition to a decarbonized economy.

Key representatives from the government appreciated the importance of this initiative. Ms. Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the PM on Climate Change graced the event with her presence and emphasized the need for public-private collaboration to achieve Pakistan's net-zero goal.

Ms. Estefania Luraschi of the 2050 Pathways Platform outlined the strategic process for Pakistan's Long-Term Vision, setting a comprehensive framework for sustainable development. Moreover, to equip stakeholders with practical strategic planning skills to explore pathways to achieve net-zero emissions, and scenario modelling session facilitated by the Millennium Institute.