September 2024

Pedestrians, Public Transport and Climate Change in Karachi
Sohaib Baig Public transport is essential for many people in Karachi, including daily-wage workers, factory employees, students, and office workers. It serves as a crucial lifeline for their various jobs and activities. It plays an essential role in a city’s social and economic structure, providing an affordable mobility

Reshaping Karachi’s Architecture: Building Resilience amid Economic and Climate Challenges
Areeba Farooqui Karachi, a city of contrasts where centuries-old colonial buildings stand alongside sleek modern high-rises, tells the story of history and progress. Yet beneath this architectural blend lies a growing crisis. With soaring temperatures, erratic monsoons, and rising sea levels, Karachi’s buildings are more than just landmarks

Pakistan’s Climate Commitments and the Role of Civil Society
Eisha Jawaid The Global Climate Risk Index ranks Pakistan as the fifth most vulnerable country to climate change. The country has been experiencing extreme weather events in recent history and the situation is expected to get direr as temperatures are projected to increase by up to 4.9°C by

A Nation on the Brink: How Climate Change and Governance Failures Threaten Pakistan’s Stability
Faiza Rehman Climate change has transformed regions of Pakistan into active climate hotspots, where extreme temperatures not only heighten the risk of devastating climate disasters but also deepen economic inequalities, gradually worsening conditions for the country’s already vulnerable population. In a world where climate change is no longer

Pakistan’s Strategic Financial Diplomacy: Linking Economic Recovery and Climate Resilience
Pakistan’s recent diplomatic visit to Washington represents a significant shift in the country’s attitude to foreign financial assistance after repeated catastrophic climatic disasters and persistent economic difficulties. More than just regular diplomatic engagements, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s involvement in the Vulnerable Twenty Group (V20) Ministerial Dialogue, and meetings with the
