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LAHORE, September 26, 2026: The University of Lahore (UOL) and the Environment Protection and Climate Change Department (EP&CCD), Government of Punjab, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to promote sustainable development.
The agreement was signed during a ceremony at the University of Lahore.
Punjab Environment Protection and Climate Change Secretary Silwat Saeed attended the ceremony as the chief guest.
The partnership aims to strengthen cooperation between the government and academia on environmental protection and climate-related challenges.
Following the ceremony, Silwat Saeed, UOL Chairman Awais Rauf and Deputy Chairman Uzair Rauf inaugurated a Miyawaki Forest at the university.
Director of the Office of Sustainability Ammara Awais also attended the event.
Saeed met Awais Rauf during her visit and discussed areas of mutual interest.
The Miyawaki Forest initiative forms part of the university’s broader sustainability efforts.
Awais Rauf said the university welcomed the Punjab government’s decision to select UOL for the strategic collaboration.
He said the partnership would help strengthen links between the government and academic institutions.
According to Rauf, both sides could benefit from sharing expertise and experience.
The agreement was signed by Silwat Saeed and Ammara Awais.
They also exchanged copies of the signed documents.
Saeed said the agreement aims to create stronger links among universities, students, industry and government.
The collaboration will focus on environmental protection, sustainable development, research, technology and practical solutions.
She said Pakistan needs greater focus on practical measures and modern technology to address environmental and social challenges.
Saeed also stressed the importance of youth training.
She said the government cannot address these challenges alone.
Universities and other sections of society must also contribute to environmental protection, she added.
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Saeed also highlighted the importance of women’s participation in environmental policymaking and governance.
She said stronger participation by women was essential for effective environmental governance.
According to Saeed, Pakistan has made progress in environmental governance over the past two years.
She said international organisations have also recognised this progress.
Officials said the partnership would help translate research and policy into practical environmental projects.
The two sides will also work on joint initiatives linked to sustainable development in Pakistan.
Ammara Awais said UOL students would work with the Environment Protection Department as part of the collaboration.
She stressed that individuals, institutions and government departments must contribute to reducing pollution.
The partnership is expected to create opportunities for students to participate in environmental research, awareness and practical sustainability projects.
