Pakistan will host a five-day international climate conference in Islamabad starting October 27. The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) will inaugurate the event, the agency announced on Sunday.
The United Nations–Pakistan conference will focus on using space technology for early warnings, climate action and disaster risk assessment. It aims to improve how countries monitor hazards and prepare for natural disasters.
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SUPARCO expects around 200 to 250 national and international participants. The gathering will include experts, policymakers, researchers and representatives from relevant organizations.
Pakistan faces significant risks from climate change and natural disasters. Therefore, the country increasingly uses satellite technology to improve weather forecasting, climate monitoring and disaster preparedness.
The conference will examine how satellite observations, Earth observation data and geospatial technologies can strengthen the United Nations’ Early Warnings for All initiative. Participants will also discuss ways to monitor floods, droughts and heatwaves more effectively.
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SUPARCO said early warning systems help protect lives, livelihoods and infrastructure. Timely hazard information allows authorities and communities to prepare for emergencies and respond more effectively.
The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization and the Inter-Islamic Network on Space Sciences and Technology are co-sponsoring the conference. SUPARCO said the event would support international cooperation, strengthen Pakistan’s national capacity and promote the practical use of space-based information for faster decisions and better disaster preparedness.