Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif said on Saturday that climate change poses a serious threat to humans across the globe, reported local media.
The premier was addressing the Commonwealth Summit on Climate Change in Malta.
“Pakistan experienced mighty floods in 2010 and 2011 owing to changing climate in the region.” said PM at the summit.
He called for provision of the latest technology and other resources for implementation of decisions during the conference in letter and spirit.
“Assistance should be provided to underdeveloped countries to overcome challenges faced due to climate change,” he said.
He said Pakistan was facing the brunt of climate change, adding that the Himalayan glaciers were melting faster than those in other parts of the world.
“We are adopting environment-friendly policies to overcome climate degradation.”
Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif also attended a banquet hosted by Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II for the heads of government of Commonwealth countries and their spouses.
Begum Kulsoom Nawaz accompanied the premier at the dinner, which was also attended by members of the Royal family.