Jo Moir reiterates UK unwavering commitment to climate change issue

Celina Ali

Islamabad: Jo Moir, the Development Director for Pakistan at the British High Commission, has reiterated the United Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to addressing the critical issue of climate change.

In an interview, she emphasized the UK’s dedication to supporting Pakistan’s climate resilience initiatives.

She underscored the vital importance of international collaboration and cooperation in confronting the challenges posed by climate change. She called for a combination of technological innovation and financial investments to effectively combat climate change on a global scale.

Jo Moir shed light on the personal commitment of King Charles to environmental conservation. King Charles, being a landowner and farmer, is passionately devoted to promoting green farming practices and reducing emissions. The dedication to environmental causes is not limited to the King alone, as Prince William and his wife Kate share a deep commitment to such initiatives. A notable example of this commitment is the Earth Shop Prize, launched in 2020 in their honor.

It was also mentioned that the British High Commission plans to celebrate King Charles’ birthday with a special focus on his keen interest in environmental conservation.

In the sphere of climate finance, Jo Moir emphasized the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s (FCDO) commitment to Climate Finance in Pakistan. She stressed the importance of international collaboration in addressing climate change and fostering a more environmentally sustainable future. Jo Moir applauded the Climate Finance Accelerator Pakistan’s new call for proposals, which aims to establish partnerships and attract investments to bolster Pakistan’s green economy.

Furthermore, she highlighted the substantial investment of approximately 900 million pounds that the UK has channeled into education throughout Pakistan over the past decade, underscoring the UK’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities in the country.

Nadeem Ahmed, the climate and energy attaché at the British High Commission, chimed in on the global recognition of climate justice. He emphasized the significance of the Paris Agreement, which redistributed responsibilities among countries and recognized the collective responsibility of all nations in addressing climate change.

In anticipation of COP28, he discussed its importance, stating that key priorities for the UK include confronting climate goals, defining climate finance objectives post-2025, and merging efforts to protect nature and biodiversity with climate change initiatives during this international event.