ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry highlights Pakistan’s commitment to climate-resilient initiatives, emphasizing the protection of mangroves, the reduction of marine pollution, and the promotion of sustainable port operations to protect coastal ecosystems and support environmental sustainability. In his message on International Day of Zero Waste, the Minister highlighted the importance of the maritime sector in environmental conservation. He emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to protect coastal ecosystems and align the nation’s policies with global climate goals implementing practices that help protect the environment.
Observed annually on March 30, the International Day of Zero Waste promotes sustainable consumption and production patterns, encourages zero-waste initiatives, and addresses the global waste crisis, contributing to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This year’s theme, “Towards Zero Waste in Fashion and Textiles,” draws attention to the sector’s environmental impact, with an alarming 92 million tonnes of textile waste generated annually—equivalent to a truckload every second. The Federal Minister also addressed the global waste crisis, noting that humanity generates 2.
1 to 2.3 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste yearly, a figure projected to reach 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050 without action.
“Pakistan’s maritime sector, which handles 95% of the nation’s trade, faces distinc.
