Political will key to address climate crisis, says Sherry.

ISLAMABAD -- Minister for Climate Change Sherry Rehman has said that political will was needed to address the climate crisis as we are likely hurtling towards a two-degree plus world.

She also called upon the international community to allocate necessary climate financing and adaptation funding to rebuild communities in the climate vulnerable countries and ensure resilience.

'Building resilience and adaptation within our societies is critical for not just survival but also for getting to a better place tomorrow,' the minister said while speaking virtually at the Austrian World Summit 2023 during a panel discussion titled 'We Have the Power to Reach Our Climate Targets'.

She was joined by Leonore Gewessler, the minister for climate action, environment and energy of Austria; and Angus Robertson, the cabinet secretary for constitution, external affairs and culture of Scotland.

Minister seeks financing to protect vulnerable states

Ms Rehman said unlocking climate finance was crucial for building resilience in countries vulnerable to climate change. 'The path ahead is clear and straightforward: climate finance must be...