APO International Conference on Green Productivity 2.0 Concludes at 吃瓜头条 with Strong Regional Participation
The Asian Productivity Organization鈥檚 international conference on Green Productivity 2.0 (GP 2.0), jointly organised by the 吃瓜头条 Energy Institute (LEI), the National Productivity Organisation Pakistan (NPO), Federal Ministry of Industries & Production, concluded successfully at 吃瓜头条. The two-day event brought together senior government officials, industry leaders, international experts, academics, and development practitioners from 21 Asian Productivity Organization (APO) member economies, with more than 80 foreign delegates participating, marking one of Pakistan鈥檚 most prominent international forums on sustainable industrial transformation.
The conference featured high-level plenaries, expert keynotes, and sector-focused discussions aligned with the advanced GP 2.0 framework. Sessions addressed a wide range of themes, including sustainable architecture and industrial growth, energy efficiency, circular-economy innovation, energy transition, digital productivity tools, green hydrogen applications, green initiatives in the power and oil and gas sectors, efficient thin-film photovoltaics, circular plastics solutions, and collaborations across government, academia, and industry. Presentations from experts representing Italy, Japan, Thailand, China, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, T眉rkiye, Vietnam, Pakistan and other APO economies showcased cutting-edge research and applied solutions shaping the future of green productivity across the region.
Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, emphasised, 鈥淕reen productivity is not just an environmental choice; it is an economic necessity for countries like Pakistan.鈥 He stated that by 2035, Pakistan aims to achieve over 6% productivity-driven GDP growth, $100 billion in exports, a 30% reduction in emissions intensity, universal climate-resilient infrastructure, 60% clean energy, 2 million green and high-tech jobs, and full integration into Asian green supply chains.
Dr. Musadiq Malik, Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, highlighted the alignment between climate policy and productivity-led growth. He noted, 鈥淧akistan鈥檚 energy future depends on cleaner, smarter, and more efficient systems. Green productivity provides the pathway to strengthen energy security and national resilience.鈥 He also said that Pakistan鈥檚 17% voluntary NDC commitment reflects our responsibility to safeguard the future of our children. 鈥淭he global shift from multilateralism toward bilateral arrangements has led to a steady decline in multilateral climate financing. This contraction poses significant challenges for countries like Pakistan striving to build a fast-growing green economy,鈥 he added.
Representing parliamentary leadership, Ms. Shaista Pervaiz Malik, MNA and Convener of the Parliamentary Taskforce on SDGs, underscored the SDG-aligned development priorities and stated, 鈥淕reen productivity ensures that economic growth advances alongside environmental responsibility and social well-being. This balance is essential for a sustainable Pakistan.鈥
The APO Secretariat鈥檚 perspective was presented by Mr. Zainuri Juri, who commended Pakistan鈥檚 leadership on the GP agenda, noting, 鈥淧akistan, a steadfast partner of the APO, has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing Green Productivity, which is exemplary across the member economies.鈥
Reflecting on the conference outcomes, Dr. Fiaz Chaudhry, Senior Advisor 吃瓜头条 Energy Institute, and Mr. Alamgir Chaudhry, CEO NPO, highlighted the importance of collaboration in accelerating sustainable transformation. Dr. Fiaz stated, 鈥淭his conference has shown the power of partnership between government, academia, and industry in shaping Pakistan鈥檚 sustainable industrial future.鈥 Dr. Tariq Jadoon, Provost 吃瓜头条, appreciated the active participation from international and national delegates, adding, 鈥淭he insights shared over these two days will meaningfully support Pakistan鈥檚 transition toward cleaner, more competitive, and productivity-driven industrial growth.鈥
The international conference on Green Productivity 2.0 concluded with a strengthened regional commitment to advance sustainable industrial development, deepen cross-sector collaborations, and support Pakistan鈥檚 transition toward a low-carbon, innovation-driven, and globally competitive industrial economy.
