RAWALPINDI, Feb 25 (APP):Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) has joined the prestigious UN Climate Change Universities Partnership Programme, a flagship initiative of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), marking a significant milestone in its academic and research profile.
The programme fosters collaboration between universities and the United Nations to address global climate challenges through advanced research, education and innovation.
Under the international partnership, a group of students from PMAS-AAUR will undertake supervised research projects focusing on climate change impacts, adaptation strategies and sustainable solutions relevant to Pakistan and the wider South Asian region. The initiative will enable young researchers to engage directly with real-world climate priorities while strengthening their technical, analytical and policy-oriented research capabilities.
Vice Chancellor Qamar-uz-Zaman welcomed the development, describing it as both an achievement and an honour for the university. He said inclusion in the UN Climate Change Universities Partnership Programme represents a major step forward in advancing the institution’s commitment to climate research and sustainability.
He added that the collaboration would empower students and faculty to contribute meaningfully to global climate action while addressing local environmental challenges. He reaffirmed that PMAS-AAUR remains dedicated to promoting academic excellence, innovation and international collaboration for a climate-resilient future.
Prof Dr Qamar-uz-Zaman further emphasized that active participation in such international initiatives reflects Pakistan’s growing role in global climate discourse. He reiterated that the university continues to prioritize applied research and innovation to promote sustainable agriculture, renewable energy adoption and climate-resilient farming practices in arid and semi-arid regions of the country.