PM Seeks for global help on climate change

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has said that financial assistance from international financial institutions is needed to solve the problems of climate change.

In this regard, Sharif met with the Secretary General of the International Trade Union Confederation, during which he said that climate change has caused employment problems and losses for workers.

In addition, a delegation from a Chinese space technology company also met with the PM, in which the delegation expressed interest in joint projects with space technology institutions and private telecom companies.

On this occasion, the premier added that he wants to increase cooperation with China in space technology, space satellites, telecommunications, and satellite internet.

Earlier, Sharif has expressed happiness over the launch of direct flights by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) from Lahore to Baku, Azerbaijan.

In his special statement, PM Shehbaz said that the launch of direct flights between Baku and Lahore will boost the tourism sector, which will bring the people of the two countries closer.

Further, he announced that PIA’s direct flights with other friendly countries will soon be started, similar to the Lahore-Baku flights.

Shahbaz Sharif called it a major diplomatic success for Pakistan, saying that Azerbaijan is one of Pakistan’s best friends in the region.

In addition, Pakistan is striving to collaborate with Azerbaijan in other sectors, including tourism, which will further strengthen relations between the two countries.

On this occasion, the Prime Minister appreciated the growing friendship and cooperation between the two countries and expressed the hope that these flights would further promote cultural exchange and economic relations.