Punjab secures active role in COP30

Punjab Secures Active Role in COP30

Punjab will officially join the COP30 Conference on Climate Change as an active participant, marking the province's first formal engagement beyond observer status. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif during her stop in London en route to Brazil for the event.

Showcasing Environmental Projects

Maryam Nawaz Sharif stated that Punjab’s leading environmental initiatives would be presented at the global forum, highlighting the province’s progress in sustainability and green policy implementation.

“Suthra Punjab is one of the world's most organised waste management programmes,” she said.

She added that Punjab had rolled out several e-mobility projects, including electric buses and bikes, as part of its transition to renewable energy in public transport.

“Our transport system is gradually shifting to green energy,” she noted.

Recognition of Green Progress

The chief minister underlined substantial achievements in tourism, wildlife conservation, and environmental protection. According to her, international organizations have begun to recognize Punjab’s strides in reducing smog and promoting cleaner air.

Leadership and Collaboration

When asked about her experience as chief minister, she acknowledged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as her mentor and said governing had not been difficult.

“We are working as a team-oriented government, and this spirit of collaboration is being appreciated by the people across Punjab,” she asserted.

Environmental Commitment on the Ground

In a symbolic step toward environmental renewal, the Punjab Forest Department successfully replanted a 50-year-old banyan tree that had fallen due to strong winds near Haveli Cheetu Wali in Kahna.

Author's Summary

Punjab's active role in COP30 underscores its growing global presence in climate action, showcasing tangible progress in clean transport, waste management, and ecological restoration.

The Express Tribune — 2025-11-08