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Business Recorder
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pakistan signs UN agreement on ‘Law of Sea'
NEW YORK: Pakistan on Tuesday signed an agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) that establishes a legal framework for all marine and maritime activities. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar signed the agreement at the United Nations Headquarters here, during his eight-day visit to the United States of America. Pakistan played a leading role during the BBNJ negotiations, serving as Chair of the Group of 77 and China during the two main sessions in 2022. Representing the collective voice of developing countries, Pakistan consistently advocated for fair benefit-sharing, capacity-building, and technology transfer, in line with the principle of the common heritage of humankind. The signing of the BBNJ Agreement reflects on Pakistan's continued commitment to multilateral cooperation and to the protection and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction.
Express Tribune
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Pakistan signs UN convention to conserve marine life
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said hundreds of Zaireen evacuated from Iran and Iraq so far. PHOTO: RADIO PAKISTAN Pakistan on Tuesday signed an agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) that establishes a legal framework for all marine and maritime activities. DPM Ishaq Dar signed the agreement at the United Nations Headquarters here, during his eight-day visit to the United States of America. Pakistan played a leading role during the BBNJ negotiations, serving as Chair of the Group of 77 and China during the two main sessions in 2022.
Shafaq News
30-06-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Iraq seeks global support to overcome legacy of war
Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid called for stronger international support to help Iraq overcome decades of conflict and economic setbacks, while highlighting the country's recent developmental progress during a speech at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, held Monday in Seville, Spain. Addressing a global audience, Rashid said the conference convenes amid 'complex international and regional conditions,' marked by widespread wars, political instability, and economic crises, particularly in the Middle East. 'These challenges are undermining development efforts worldwide and demand intensified global cooperation to end ongoing conflicts,' he said. Rashid outlined Iraq's long struggle with the aftermath of authoritarian rule, regional wars, international sanctions, and erratic economic policies that left the country's infrastructure underdeveloped and its economy weakened. 'For over half a century, Iraq suffered from internal and external wars, economic isolation, and unplanned policies. Today, however, the country is witnessing clear progress in both security and economic fields,' he noted. He emphasized that Iraq needs deeper engagement with the international community to support reconstruction and improve citizens' living conditions. 'We are committed to comprehensive plans for reconstruction and service delivery, but this path requires global partnership.' The president highlighted Iraq's launch of its new Five-Year Development Plan (2024–2028), which is directly aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He also cited the successful completion of Iraq's first general population and housing census in 37 years as a milestone in planning and equitable resource distribution. 'Infrastructure development is now underway across critical sectors,' Rashid said, pointing to major projects in health, education, water, sustainable energy, transport, communications, agriculture, industry, and tourism. He added that Iraq has prioritized environmental issues, adopting policies to combat climate change, including renewable energy initiatives, smart agriculture programs, reforestation campaigns, and desertification mitigation efforts. 'Much work remains, but this is a vital file for our future,' he said. Rashid also underscored Iraq's expanding partnerships with international organizations and UN agencies, reaffirming the country's growing diplomatic and developmental presence. 'Iraq currently chairs the Group of 77 and China for 2024, signaling its return as a key regional and global actor in development coordination,' he said. The Iraqi government, he added, has launched structural reforms to improve the likelihood of achieving the SDGs. These include embedding the 2030 Agenda into national planning documents such as the five-year strategy and establishing dedicated SDG units within ministries and agencies. 'We are building a foundation for sustainable growth,' Rashid concluded, 'but moving forward will require solidarity, resources, and sustained international cooperation.'
Iraqi News
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Minister of Environment: Iraq has begun taking preparatory steps in preparation for COP30
Baghdad – INA Minister of Environment He Lu Al-Askari announced on Wednesday that Iraq has begun taking preparatory steps in preparation for COP30, noting that addressing the climate crisis requires shared responsibility. In a speech received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) during his participation in the Copenhagen Ministerial Conference on Climate Change in Denmark, Al-Askari said that "Iraq renews its commitment to the international path to confront climate change," stressing "the need to formulate clear global commitments that contribute to accelerating the implementation of environmental pledges." The Minister of Environment presented "a series of qualitative proposals that conveyed Iraq's vision and position on the most prominent international environmental issues. He also spoke on behalf of the Group of 77 and China," calling for "a tangible collective commitment to implementing the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and enhancing preparations for COP30." Al-Askari explained that "addressing the climate crisis requires shared but differentiated responsibility," calling on "developed countries to fulfill their commitments to support developing countries, especially those facing worsening environmental challenges, by providing climate finance, facilitating technology transfer, and capacity building." Iraq participated in four high-level ministerial sessions, during which the Minister of Environment delivered Iraq's statement, along with the statement of the Group of 77 and China. Al-Askari called for "aligning international efforts with the Paris Climate Agreement and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring the protection of the most vulnerable groups such as women, children, and youth."
Iraqi News
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Minister of Environment: Iraq has begun taking preparatory steps for COP30
Baghdad-INA Minister of Environment Hallo Al-Askari announced on Wednesday that Iraq has begun taking preparatory steps in preparation for COP30, noting that addressing the climate crisis requires shared responsibility. In a speech received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) during his participation in Copenhagen Ministerial Conference on Climate Change in Denmark, Al-Askari said that "Iraq renews its commitment to the international path to confront climate change," stressing "the need to formulate clear global commitments that contribute to accelerating the implementation of environmental pledges." Hallo presented "a series of qualitative proposals that conveyed Iraq's vision and position on the most prominent international environmental issues. He also spoke on behalf of the Group of 77 and China," calling for "a tangible collective commitment to implementing the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and enhancing preparations for COP30." Al-Askari explained that "addressing the climate crisis requires shared but differentiated responsibility," calling on "developed countries to fulfill their commitments to support developing countries, especially those facing worsening environmental challenges, by providing climate finance, facilitating technology transfer, and building capacity." The Minister of Environment noted that "Iraq has already begun taking preparatory steps at the national level in preparation for COP30, by updating the Nationally Determined Contributions document, preparing a climate finance roadmap, and strengthening cooperation frameworks between relevant government agencies, international organizations, and technical partners." He emphasized "the importance of engaging the local community, especially youth and women, in efforts to combat climate change."
