ISLAMABAD; Denmark and Pakistan are set to expand cooperation in energy transition and climate resilience, with both countries reaffirming their shared commitment to sustainable development and a cleaner energy future.
Denmark’s Chargé d’Affaires ad interim, Mr. Peter Emil Nielsen, hosted a dinner reception in Islamabad for a high-level delegation from the Danish Energy Agency (DEA), led by Mr. Carl-Christian Munk-Nielsen, Director at the Centre for Global Cooperation.
The event brought together government officials, climate and energy stakeholders, and members of the donor community to discuss strengthening bilateral collaboration in sustainable energy and climate action.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Nielsen extended condolences to Pakistan over recent devastating cloudbursts and floods, emphasizing that these events underscore the urgent need for climate action. Highlighting the success of the Danish Energy Transition Initiative (DETI) since 2021, he said Denmark is keen to deepen cooperation with Pakistan through a Strategic Sector Cooperation (SSC) programme focused on the energy sector.
Federal Minister for Climate Change, Dr. Musadik Masood Malik, welcomed Denmark’s ongoing engagement, noting that international partnerships are crucial for tackling shared challenges and unlocking new opportunities in the energy and climate sectors. Mr. Carl-Christian Munk-Nielsen outlined the DEA delegation’s visit, identifying future cooperation areas including renewable energy development, energy efficiency, and climate resilience.
The reception served as a platform for dialogue among government officials, development partners, and stakeholders, reinforcing the shared commitment of Denmark and Pakistan to pursue a cleaner, sustainable, and resilient energy future.
