After the approval of the Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema, Secretary Economic Affairs Dr Kazim Niaz signed a Memorandum of Subsidiary Agreement on Climate Resilient and Adaptive Water Allocation in Pakistan along with Chief Executive of the Australian Center for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) Prof. Wendy Umberger.
Under this agreement, Australia will provide AUD 3 million for the project which is to be completed in a period of five years i.e. till 2029.
It is a research project and the goal of this research is to help improve canal water reliability through improved water allocation decisions and practices in Pakistan by updating the Water Apportionment Accord Tool to include mid-season planning and operations, exploring on-farm water storage options, all aimed at achieving climate resilience, adaptive management, and equitable water use for better social and economic outcomes for farming communities.
Niaz thanked the Australian Government for extending its continuous support to Pakistan in its efforts towards development of agricultural sector of the country.
