French Ambassador Nicolas Galey and Chairman P&D Board, Barrister Nabeel Ahmad Awan, signed a Declaration of Intent, reaffirming the French government’s commitment to combating air pollution and smog in Punjab through a €1.2 million grant
French Ambassador Nicolas Galey and Chairman P&D Board, Barrister Nabeel Ahmad Awan, signed a declaration of intent, reinforcing the French government’s commitment to fight air pollution and smog in Punjab.
The agreement demonstrates the strong commitment of the French Government to support Punjab in its fight against air pollution and smog.
To address the pressing issue of air pollution and its direct connection with urban mobility and solid waste management, the Planning and Development Board, in collaboration with the French Development Agency (AFD), also organized an interactive workshop at the AKS Auditorium P&D board Lahore.
The session was attended by senior officers of relevant departments, environmental experts, and stakeholders from various sectors.
The workshop was a key part of the Inception Mission of AFD Pakistan, with participation from AIRPARIF and SYCTOM, two leading French entities specializing in air pollution control, urban mobility, and solid waste management. The mission, financed by the French Embassy, marks a significant step in strengthening the ongoing collaboration between the Government of Punjab and AFD under the FEXTE Air Pollution initiative.
The workshop aimed to share knowledge, explore innovative solutions, and strengthen the technical capabilities of Punjab to tackle the region’s air quality challenges.
The funding secured through this collaboration will expand the scope of the initiative, and French environmental experts will offer their full expertise to help reduce hazardous air pollutants in Punjab.
The collaborative effort under the FEXTE Air Pollution initiative reflects both countries’ determination to improve urban sustainability and create healthier, more livable cities. As the project progresses, stakeholders will continue to work together to implement effective, long-term solutions to the region’s environmental challenges. —Agencies
