World Bank to assist Pakistan to tackle smog issue
Pakistan and the World Bank have
agreed to collaborate on addressing the smog issue through joint efforts. The
agreement was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi
and World Bank Country Director Najy Benhassine in Islamabad.
A joint team from the World Bank and
the Capital Development Authority (CDA) will be formed to develop a
comprehensive anti-smog plan.
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Interior Minister Naqvi welcomed the
World Bank’s support in improving Islamabad’s air quality, emphasizing
proactive measures to combat smog. He mentioned that the installation of
anti-smog machines in the capital is under consideration.
Naqvi also highlighted the
government's commitment to upgrading slums and rural areas, with clean water
and sanitation being key priorities in their development agenda.
Source: Business Recorder