SUMMARY of the Article “Climate Resolutions 2025,” Dawn, January 2nd, 2025

The article outlines strategic climate and economic opportunities for Pakistan in 2025, emphasizing the need to integrate climate action into national policies. The year presents a chance for Pakistan to align its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and five-year economic plans with climate goals. The country must address its credibility gap by fulfilling commitments to international climate agreements. The revival of five-year plans, including the 13th Economic Development Plan and the third NDC, is crucial. These plans should guide synchronized sectoral policies developed after the 18th Constitutional Amendment. Tools like climate-proofed public investment plans, budget-tagging for climate spending, and registries for emissions trading are essential for effective climate action. The article highlights filling the credibility gap in NDC implementation by adopting realistic targets, involving provinces in planning, and ensuring adequate funding. Pakistan must also diversify financial resources by leveraging international climate finance, initiating carbon taxes, and encouraging private sector investments. Lastly, empowered local governments are critical to addressing community-level climate vulnerabilities, ensuring equitable development, and » Read More…