Climate Diplomacy: A Call to Combat Smog Between Rivals

Pakistan's Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, advocates for 'climate diplomacy' with India to tackle smog. Both nations face severe pollution, especially during cooler months. Lahore and Delhi are highly polluted cities. An upcoming visit by India's foreign minister to Pakistan may offer a platform to address this urgent issue.

The Chief Minister of Pakistan's most populous province has urged for 'climate diplomacy' with neighboring India to address escalating smog levels. Winters bring hazardous pollution across both countries.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif emphasized coordinated actions between the two nations to combat air quality issues. This call comes amidst historically tense relations that have remained largely frozen since 2019.

Increased air pollution during cooler months poses grave health risks, including reduced life expectancy. Despite an approaching visit by India's foreign minister, formal discussions on bilateral issues are off the table.

(With inputs from agencies.)