Pakistan Forms High-Level Committee to Lead Preparations for COP-30 in Brazil
In a major move to strengthen Pakistan’s global presence in climate diplomacy, the Prime Minister has approved the formation of a high-level Steering Committee to lead the country’s preparations for the upcoming COP-30 Climate Conference, scheduled to take place in November 2025 in Belém, Brazil.
The committee, which reflects Pakistan’s renewed commitment to climate action, will ensure that the country presents a strong and well-coordinated stance at one of the most important environmental summits of the decade.
Top Leadership at the Helm
The Prime Minister will serve as the Convener of the Steering Committee, with the Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives (PD&SI) acting as Co-Convener. Other key members include:
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Minister for Climate Change
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Senator Sherry Rehman
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Mr. Tariq Fatemi, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister
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Mr. Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan
Senior officials from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Economic Affairs Division, Climate Change, and Finance Division have also been included as members. The Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Climate Change will serve as the Member/Secretary of the committee.
The Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination will act as the Secretariat, providing full administrative and logistical support.
Key Objectives of the Committee
The Steering Committee has been entrusted with several vital responsibilities, including:
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Providing strategic direction for shaping Pakistan’s official position at COP-30.
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Defining and prioritizing key climate themes for bilateral and multilateral engagements.
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Overseeing the preparation of the Prime Minister’s address at COP-30.
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Coordinating all diplomatic, logistical, and media arrangements for Pakistan’s delegation.
The committee also has the authority to form sub-committees and include technical experts as needed to support its work.
First Meeting Scheduled for August 2025
The committee will hold its first meeting in August 2025, allowing ample time to prepare a comprehensive strategy for the November summit. The early start reflects Pakistan’s intention to play an active and influential role at COP-30, especially in areas like climate finance, adaptation, and loss and damage.
Building on the Momentum of COP-29
This year’s preparations are rooted in Pakistan’s active participation at COP-29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, in November 2024. At that summit, Pakistan played a key role in global conversations on climate justice, advocating for loss and damage funding and improved support for developing countries most affected by climate change.
As the world turns its attention to COP-30 in Brazil, Pakistan’s proactive approach signals a strong commitment to sustainable development and global climate cooperation.
