Minister for Climate Change Musadik Malik has stressed the need for adoption of modern technology and research-based innovations to counter hazardous impacts of climate change in the country.

Addressing a ceremony regarding Green Skills Development Initiative in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan is the worst affected country due to devastation caused by climate change.

He said during the past ten years, approximately six thousand people have lost their lives, 20 thousand sustained injuries while 40 million people were displaced due to climate change.

The Minister said Pakistan must move beyond conventional training workshops and fragmented initiatives towards an innovation-driven approach that links scientific research, practical skills, entrepreneurship and investment.

Musadik Malik called for clearly defined green skills, recognized certifications, international university partnerships and structured research opportunities for Pakistani graduates.

He also advocated direct investment in young researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs.

The Minister said Pakistan needs an integrated ecosystem in which universities, research institutions, industry and investors work together to turn scientific knowledge into practical technologies and viable green businesses.  

He said Green Skills Development Initiative is aimed at focusing and promoting environment friendly skills. He said it will also help create job opportunities and check the devastating impacts of the climate change.

The Minister said bringing innovations in all fields including construction, business, energy, trade and investment is need of the hour.