In a significant step towards climate change adaptation, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCCEC) is leading an initiative to have the snow leopard recognized as an international symbol of climate adaptation at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). This effort is part of a collaborative project involving 12 member countries of the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Programme (GSLEP).
Pakistan presented a case at the COP 29 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, in Nov 2024, alongside global diplomatic efforts with snow leopard range states.
The snow leopard is not just a symbol of natural beauty; it serves as a crucial indicator of climate change. As one of the nations most affected by climate change, Pakistan at least expresses its preparation to take all necessary actions to raise awareness and support efforts to combat its impacts.
The Ambassador for Wildlife praised the country’s leadership in this initiative and its collaboration with GSLEP member countries to promote the snow leopard as a global emblem of climate resilience. The country is engaging with stakeholders both domestically and internationally, and it is hoped that the efforts will lead to the UN adopting this proposal.
Pakistan is home to a significant population of snow leopards, many of which are vulnerable.