Climate change is no longer a distant threat for Pakistan—it is an unfolding catastrophe. Ranked among the top ten countries most vulnerable to climate change, Pakistan finds itself battling an increasingly hostile environment: floods, heatwaves, water scarcity, and glacial melt now define its climate reality. Yet, Pakistan contributes less than 1% to global emissions. This deep imbalance highlights the urgent need for global equity and shared responsibility in climate action—particularly between developed nations and the Global South. One partnership that holds strategic promise in this context is that of the United States and Pakistan.

A forward-thinking US–Pakistan climate alliance would not only mitigate humanitarian and environmental risks, but also cement a deeper strategic alignment in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape. The relationship should be elevated beyond aid and token cooperation; it must evolve into a partnership of equals working together to future-proof Pakistan’s development and ensure regional stability.

Pakistan’s recent climate-related tragedies serve as a grim testament to its vulnerability. The 2022 floods were among the most devastating natural disasters in its history, killing 1,760 people and inflicting over $40 billion in economic losses. Just two years later, a brutal heatwave in Sindh claimed more than 568 lives and hospitalized nearly 8,000 more. These aren’t isolated events—they are symptoms of a system under siege. As of June 2025, temperatures are 1.3 °C above pre-industrial levels, while monsoon rainfall has surged by an alarming 82%........

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