Global Action Needed to Tackle Climate Change Challenges: Gilani’s Powerful Warning in 2025
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has stressed that global action is needed to tackle climate change challenges, urging international cooperation, youth leadership, and innovative solutions.
Global action needed to tackle climate change challenges was the central message of Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani during his meeting with an eight-member delegation from Italy’s Duopassi Foundation in Islamabad. He stressed that climate change is a shared global crisis undermining economies, livelihoods, and security, making collective action and international cooperation indispensable.
Gilani’s Call for Global Solidarity
Gilani warned that the impacts of climate change—from devastating floods to rising heatwaves—are being felt in every part of the world. He underlined the urgency of practical global measures and emphasized that no single country can face this existential challenge alone.
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Climate change is destroying economies.
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It is directly affecting people’s lives.
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Global solidarity is the only way forward.
Related: Pakistan’s Climate Vulnerability and Global Cooperation
The Role of Youth in Climate Leadership
Gilani highlighted that Pakistan’s youth, comprising nearly 60% of the population, are the country’s greatest strength. He urged the younger generation to take leadership roles in climate advocacy, innovation, and community resilience projects.
By empowering students, entrepreneurs, and innovators, Pakistan can build climate resilience while contributing to global solutions.
Women Empowerment and Climate Action
Gilani paid rich tribute to Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto for pioneering women’s rights legislation. He also acknowledged leaders like Hina Rabbani Khar and Dr. Fehmida Mirza for advancing women’s empowerment.
He stressed that women and minorities must be placed at the center of climate action strategies, ensuring inclusivity and fairness.
Technology and Overseas Pakistanis’ Contribution
The Senate Chairman stressed that modern technology and the contributions of overseas Pakistanis are vital to addressing pressing challenges like renewable energy adoption, water conservation, and disaster response.
Overseas Pakistanis play a pivotal role in strengthening the economy, and their expertise in climate-smart technology can accelerate progress.
Italy-Pakistan Cultural & Climate Cooperation
Recalling his tenure as Prime Minister, Gilani mentioned his visit to Italy, where he exchanged cultural and heritage insights with the Italian leadership. He noted that this shared cultural foundation can also be extended toward climate cooperation projects in education, environment, and technology.
Duopassi Foundation’s Global Initiatives
The Duopassi Foundation delegation briefed Gilani on its wide-ranging initiatives:
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Partnerships with 17 international universities.
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Collaboration with a U.S.-based company to address climate challenges.
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Health and education projects.
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A 15-year dengue eradication program through larvae elimination.
The Foundation’s CEO emphasized that international funding and developed nations’ support are essential to combat global crises.
External Link: Duopassi Foundation Official Site
Pakistan’s Senate Role in Climate Change Solutions
Gilani assured the delegation that Senate committees on Health, Education, Finance, and Commerce are not just legislating but also taking practical measures in climate adaptation, healthcare, and sustainable development.
He welcomed the idea of closer collaboration between Duopassi Foundation and parliamentary committees.
Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC) 2025
Advisor Misbah Khar informed the delegation about the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC), a dynamic platform of 45 parliamentary leaders worldwide.
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Gilani was unanimously elected as the first President of ISC in Malaysia.
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The next ISC session will be hosted in Islamabad in November 2025.
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It will deliberate on peace, multilateral cooperation, and sustainable development.
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Special focus will be given to climate change strategies.
This recognition demonstrates Pakistan’s growing leadership in global parliamentary diplomacy.
Conclusion
Gilani’s statement that global action is needed to tackle climate change challenges resonates beyond Pakistan—it is a wake-up call to the international community. With youth leadership, women empowerment, technological innovation, and platforms like ISC 2025, Pakistan is positioning itself as a key voice in global climate diplomacy.
