ANKARA (Kashmir English): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Antalya, Türkiye, on Tuesday to attend the Leaders’ Summit at the 31st session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31).
According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the Prime Minister was welcomed by Türkiye’s Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gökhan Yazgı; Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Türkiye, Amna Baloch; and senior Turkish officials.
During the summit, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will highlight Pakistan’s climate priorities and call for robust global climate action and international cooperation to address the adverse impacts of climate change.
The Prime Minister will also address a high-level dialogue on clean energy transition and electrification, titled “35 by 35: Powering the Future.”
On the sidelines of the summit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and other world leaders to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore avenues to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Meanwhile, a Pakistan Pavilion has been established at the COP31 venue, where 54 events covering various topics will be held.
Pakistan has played an active role in international climate diplomacy, including contributing to efforts that led to the establishment of the ‘Loss and Damage Fund’ during COP27.
