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U.SOfficially Rejoins Paris Agreement On Climate Change

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On January 20, on his rst day in oce, President Biden marked the instrument to bring the
United States once again into the Paris Agreement. Per the provisions of the Agreement, the
United States formally turns into a Party again today.

U.SOfficially Rejoins Paris Agreement On Climate Change
U.SOfficially Rejoins Paris Agreement
On Climate Change

The Paris Agreement is a phenomenal structure for worldwide activity. We know since we helped plan it and make it a reality. Its motivation is both basic and sweeping: to help us all stay away from calamitous planetary warming and to construct versatility all throughout the planet to the effects from environmental change we as of now see.

Presently, as earth shattering as our joining the Agreement was in 2016 — and however pivotal
as our rejoining seems to be today — what we do in the coming weeks, months, and years is
considerably more signicant.
You have seen and will keep on seeing us meshing environmental change into our most
signicant two-sided and multilateral discussions at all levels. In these discussions, we’re
asking different pioneers: how might we accomplish all the more together?
Environmental change and science discretion can never again be “additional items” in our
international strategy conversations. Tending to the genuine dangers from environmental
change and tuning in to our researchers is at the focal point of our homegrown and
international strategy needs. It is imperative in our conversations of public safety, relocation,
worldwide wellbeing endeavors, and in our nancial discretion and exchange talks.
We are reconnecting the world on all fronts, including at the President’s April 22nd Leaders’
Climate Summit. Also, farther, we are a lot of anticipating working with the United Kingdom and
different countries all throughout the planet to make COP26 a triumph

The United States on Friday ocially rejoined the Paris environment arrangement, the
worldwide accord intended to turn away disastrous a dangerous atmospheric devation.
President Biden has said handling the environment emergency is among his most noteworthy
needs and he marked a leader request committing once again the United States to the
understanding just a short time after he was sworn into oce a month ago.
“We can presently don’t defer or do the absolute minimum to address environmental change,”
Mr. Biden said on Friday. “This is a worldwide, existential emergency. Furthermore, we’ll all
endure the outcomes on the off chance that we fall at.”
It was a sharp disavowal of the Trump organization, which had hauled the country out of the
settlement and appeared to be anxious to undermine guidelines pointed toward securing the
climate.
“The Paris Agreement is a phenomenal structure for worldwide activity,” Secretary of State
Antony J. Blinken said in a proclamation on Friday. “We know since we helped plan it and make
it a reality.”
For certain 189 nations joining the settlement in 2016, it had wide global help and Mr. Biden’s
transition to rejoin the exertion was invited by unfamiliar pioneers.
“Welcome back to the Paris Agreement!” Emmanuel Macron, the leader of France, said in a
Twitter message at that point.
The electrifying thought of the Paris environment accord is that solitary worldwide fortitude and
aggregate activity can forestall the desolates of environmental change: more blazing
temperatures, rising ocean levels, all the more remarkable tempests, or dry spells prompting
food deciencies.
President Biden has declared an arrangement to burn through $2 trillion more than four years to
expand the utilization of clean energies in transportation, power and building areas, while
quickly moving away from coal, oil and gas. He has dene an objective of wiping out nonrenewable energy source discharges from power age by 2035 and has promised to put the
whole United States economy on target to become carbon nonpartisan by midcentury.
Previous President Trump had declared in 2017 that the United States would pull out from the
Paris understanding, however the exit couldn’t be made authority until Nov. 4 a year ago.
The United States was authoritatively out of the arrangement for 107 days.

On Friday, Mr. Blinken said battling environmental change would be by and by at the focal point
of U.S. homegrown and international strategy needs.
“Environmental change and science tact can never again be ‘additional items’ in our
international strategy conversations,” Mr. Blinken said.
However, he added, “as pivotal as our joining the arrangement was in 2016 — and however
groundbreaking as our rejoining seems to be today — what we do in the coming weeks, months,
and years is signicantly more signicant.”
Since the beginning of the modern time, the United States has discharged more ozone harming
substances than some other country. Thus, how the United States utilizes its cash and force
has both an emblematic and genuine bearing on whether the world’s generally 7.6 billion
individuals, and particularly its most unfortunate, will actually want to turn away environment
ascoes.
There are two prompt signs to look for. To start with, how driven will the Biden organization be
in its emanations decreases targets? It is feeling the squeeze from promotion gatherings to
diminish discharges by 50% by 2030, contrasted with 2005 levels.
Furthermore, second, what amount of cash will the United States give to assist helpless nations
with adjusting the cataclysms of an Earth-wide temperature boost and shift their economies
from petroleum products?

The responses to both are normal in the following not many weeks, on schedule for the April 22
virtual environment culmination that President Biden has said he will have.

China and Pakistan to resume controlled bordertrade “in two phases”

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China and Pakistan to resume controlled border trade “in two phases”

Chinese Government consents to continue controlled boundary exchange exercises two stages under exacting Coronavirus SOPs. In a letter to the Pakistan’s Service of Intern

China and Pakistan to resume controlled bordertrade “in two phases”
Asia,China,Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region,Kashgar Prefecture,Tashkurgan.The Khunjerab Pass at the borders of China and Pakistan on the Karakorum Highway.

ational concerns, the Chinese Government oce in Islamabad said that the two sides have consented to permit trade of freight through a characterized activity territory at Khunjerab Pass. Travelers won’t be permitted to cross the line. Travelers will be stringently illegal to enter the line port territory.

Pakistan’s Service of International concerns had requested that the Chinese Government
resume the Khunjerab line to work with cross boundary exchange and individuals to-individuals
trades.
The Chinese Government has anyway permitted resumption of limited exchange exercises.

In the principal stage April 1 to April 30 the conveyance of exchange merchandise will be
directed in the characterized activity region at Khunjerab Pass in independent manners under
severe SOPs.
There will be no individuals to-individuals contact. On each Monday, Wednesday and Friday, the
Chinese side will dump load holders at the activity territory. On each Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday, the Pakistani side will stack the compartments in the activity territory.
In the Subsequent stage May 1 to November 30, the Chinese side will direct the delivery activity
during the initial three weeks of the month as indicated by the system characterized in the
stage 1. In the fourth week, section activity for abroad compartments void holders will be led.
This will permit single direction send out load from China to Pakistan.
The Chinese Consulate has requested that the Pakistani specialists inoculate all forefront staff,
drivers, conductors at the Port and guarantee severe Covid related SOPs as characterized by
the Chinese Government.
The China-Pakistan line stays shut from December 1 till Walk 31 according to line
understanding. The boundary was shut for an uncertain time because of Covid pandemic. The
line was opened for half a month in July 2020 to work with the transportation of abandoned
holders and later in September to move clinical material skilled by Chinese government to GB to
manage Coronavirus and in December to move the hardware for a force to be reckoned with in
Hunza.

HUNZA: A land of Greatest Mountains & Colorful Culture

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Hunza is probably Pakistan’s most visited valley, by the tourists. It is a fairy tale land surrounded by beautiful rugged & snow capped mountains. Only at a distance of 100 Kms. from Gilgit Hunza is a small town on Karakorum Highway. At the altitude of 7000 – 800 feet it is the first main town or stop if you are entering Pakistan from China.

The central Hunza known as Karimabad is basically a town of just 6 villages. The first main villages as you come from Gilgit on the main Karakorum Highway is Aliabad. There there are spectacular views of Rakaposhi mountain (7788 meters), PTDC Motel Hunza and other small hotels are located on the main Karakorum highway here. Just above Aliabad on the hill are Altit and Baltit villages the heart of Hunza. There is a very interesting Bazaar and two Forts in Altit & Baltit Villages. The Baltit fort has recently been restored and converted into a guided museum.

Hunza is undoubtly the Shangri-la of James Hilton’s novel The Lost Horizon. It is probably the most Photogenic point in the world. There are numerous tours and activities available from Hunza Below you will find some options for bus/culture tourist where as for the adventure lovers.

Places in Hunza


Karimabad: As described above is the main bazaar of Hunza full of colorful shops with local dry fruits (Dried Apricots, Apricot Nut, Almonds, Walnuts Mulberry, etc.) At the end of bazaar is the Baltit village and Baltit fort which are restored by the Aga Khan fund for Culture & heritage. The fort has been brought into a guided museum you can spend time in the for visiting different sections of the fort and viewing the slide show in the small hall of the fort.

Duikar: At an height of 10000 feet above sea level this is a beautiful spot to see sunrise. You can see 8 peaks above 7000 meters from here each gets the sun light one by one as sun rises.

History of Hunza Valley & Kingdom


Hunza was formerly a princely state bordering China to the north-east and Pamir to its north-west, which continued to survive until 1974, when it was finally dissolved by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. The state bordered the Gilgit Agency to the south, the former princely state of Nagar to the east. The state capital was the town of Baltit (also known as Karimabad) and its old settlement is Ganish Village.

Hunza was an independent principality for more than 900 years. The British gained control of Hunza and the neighbouring valley of Nagar between 1889 and 1892 followed by a military engagement of severe intensity. The ruler of Hunza (Prince) Mir Safdar Ali Khan of Hunza fled to Kashghar in China and sought political asylum there, while British apponted Mir Jamal Khan as the new Mir of Hunza under the rule of British Government

Thum

The traditional name for the ruler in Hunza was Thum, which is also a respectful appellation used by people of both Hunza and Nager who belong to the clan of Boorish. The Shin use the term Yeshkun for the Boorish.

First Muslim Thum (Ruler)

The ruling family of Hunza is called Ayeshe (heavenly), from the following circumstance. The two states of Hunza and Nagar were formerly one, ruled by a branch of the Shahreis, the ruling family of Gilgit, whose seat of government was Nager. Tradition relates that Mayroo Khan, apparently the first Muslim Thum of Nagar some 200 years after the introduction of the religion of Islam to Gilgit, married a daughter of Trakhan of Gilgit, who bore him twin sons named Moghlot and Girkis. From the former the present ruling family of Nager is descended. The twins are said to have shown hostility to one another from birth. Their father seeing this and unable to settle the question of succession, divided his state between them, giving to Girkis the north, and to Moghlot the south, bank of the river. ?

? Both Thums are still addressed as Soori, as a title of respect. This appears to be the same [in meaning] as Sri, an commonly prefixed to the names of Hindu princes in India, to denote their honour and prosperity. The Thum’s wives are styled ghenish which is almost identical with the original Sanskrit word for mother, and their sons are called gushpoor

The process of Gilgit-Baltistan Competitive Exam should be expedited:CM Gilgit Baltistan

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In a meeting with Chairman FPSC on a video link, Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Khalid Khurshid said that the government has sent 590 posts for recruitment under FPSC from Gilgit-Baltistan. More posts are being sent to FPSC soon. The recruitment process for these posts should be expedited, he said. He said that Gilgit Baltistan jobs must be advertised.

GB CSS Exam

The recruitment process was halted due to the coronavirus pandemic, due to which the age limit required for the employment of many candidates is increasing. The Gilgit-Baltistan Competitive Exam should be expedited, he said. Recruitment to new posts under FPSC will provide employment opportunities to eligible and capable candidates from Gilgit-Baltistan and will help in alleviating staff shortages in various departments.

The Gilgit-Baltistan government will provide land for the establishment of FPSC offices in Gilgit and Skardu, which will help Gilgit-Baltistan candidates to appear for tests in Gilgit-Baltistan and help resolve issues related to FPSC in their own province in a timely manner. Speaking on the occasion, the Chairman FPSC said that FPSC would establish its offices in Gilgit-Baltistan according to the clear instructions of the Prime Minister’s Office, for which the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan would provide land. Interviews for the advertised posts in Gilgit-Baltistan will be held on a priority basis and other posts will also be advertised by the end of May. Special attention will be given to speed up the employment process for Gilgit-Baltistan. Steps will be taken to advertise all the posts sent by the provincial government for recruitment on a priority basis, he said.

Agreement signed between GB govt and UNDP to save lives from GLOF

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Agreements signed between Government of Gilgit Baltistan, and UNDP to protect millions of vulnerable people from GLOFs in Northern Pakistan.

Agreement signed between GB govt and UNDP to save lives from GLOF
Under continued efforts to mitigate the impacts of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed the Letter of Agreements (LoAs) for the year 2021 with the Government of Gilgit Baltistan, under its flagship project called: Scaling up of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF-II) risk reduction in Northern Pakistan in a virtual ceremony today. The Letter of Agreements was signed by Mr. Knut Ostby, Resident Representative, UNDP and Syed Abrar Hussain, Additional Chief Secretary (Planning & Development Department) Gilgit-Baltistan.
These agreements build on the ongoing partnership between the Government of Pakistan and UNDP, to set the stage for stronger cooperation to have a common understanding on the GLOF risks in provinces and the importance of resilience building of communities against climate induced disasters. P&DD GB will act as the lead partner for the project and provide support in coordinating activities with respective line departments in GB. The activities to be carried out under the LoA will achieve significant results in the form of studies undertaken for risk assessments, GIS mapping of hazard locations and completion of forestry surveys. In addition, Provincial Climate Change Adaptation Action Plans will be formulated. Specific set of interventions for each site selected will also be carried out in the form of building small scale infrastructure, promotion of water efficient, risk-informed farming technologies, and documentation of indigenous best practices to demonstrate nature-bases solutions. The LoAs will also focus greatly on community mobilization activities for mass sensitization awareness, disaster risk reduction trainings and outreach through media.
The signatories agreed that the project scale in 16 valleys of GB and gives all partners a great opportunity to expand their development agenda towards a more secure and risk averted Pakistan to climate change impacts.
Glacial melt has resulted in the formation of over 3,044 lakes in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, putting some 7.1 million people at risk from potential GLOFs. Led by Ministry of Climate Change, with the support from UNDP and funding support from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), the project targets the most vulnerable rural communities in the high-altitude regions of the country. The project will also install scaled-up early warning systems and automated weather stations to mitigate the impact of GLOFs. Amongst the target project beneficiaries, more than half will be women, propelling Pakistan’s efforts to reduce inequalities and ensure gender equality by 2030.

PM Imran announces Rs370b development package for Gilgit-Baltistan

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Premier says investment in tourism could turn area’s fate around; govt to invest in health, youth
Prime Minister Imran Khan announced on Friday a package of Rs370 billion for Gilgit-Baltistan and said that investment in tourism could transform the region.

pm imran announces rs370b development package for gilgit-baltistan
pm imran announces rs370b development package for gilgit-baltistan

“We are announcing a package of Rs370 billion for Gilgit-Baltistan to be reimbursed over the next five years,” the premier said.
“We will be focusing on hydropower projects, alongside a local distribution network and tourism connectivity,” he said.

The package, premier added, is also focused on skill development and scholarships for the region’s youth.

“We need to invest in our youth,” he said and stressed the need to upgrade the health system. The health card that we are providing is not part of health insurance, but a health system.”
Imran added that the funds are to be directed towards water sanitation and sewerage system in Skardu, adding, “the area will also witness the operation of international flights.”

Hunza:Passu Cones Adventure Trail

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Villagers in Hunza construct 1,500 steps through a mountain in just 18 days

Passu Cones or Passu Cathedral Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Passu Cones or Passu Cathedral Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

HUNZA: Residents of Hunza valley claim to have constructed 1,500 steps after cutting through a mountain, at an extreme temperature of minus 15 degrees centigrade — and they completed the task in just 18 days.

Adventurous trail to Passu Cones ” Touch de Passu Cones” inaugural ceremony took place at Passu Gojal.
Inspector General of Police, Gilgit-Baltistan Mujeeb-ur-Rehan attended the opening ceremony as chief guest.
Secretary Tourism GB, Secretary Finance GB, Home Secretary GB, DIG headquarters GB, Deputy Commissioner Hunza , Assistant Commissioner Gojal, CEO KADO and officals from the Pak-Army also attended the ceremony to encourage and appreciate the community for the initiative to promote tourism.

The people living in the village of Galmat in Hunza, including men and women, young and old, all worked together to complete the task.

People living in mountains are known to be strong — both physically and mentally. They are also determined and it is evident through their hard work and bravery, which they have displayed in constructing the hundreds of steps through the hilly passage.

Hunza is a mountainous valley in the autonomous Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. It is situated in the northern part of Gilgit-Baltistan, bordering Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to the west and the Xinjiang region of China to the north-east.

Residents warned to take precautionary measures;Flood alert issued in Hunza as temperatures rise

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The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a glacial lake outburst flood alert in Hunza this week.

According to a notification issued by the department on Tuesday, air temperature in Gilgit-Baltistan is expected to increase by two to four degrees.

“As a result, melting of the Shishper and Khurdopin glaciers will increase leading to GLOF events, specially in Hunza,” it stated. The residents of the city have been warned to remain careful and take all precautionary measures.

The Gilgit-Baltistan Disaster Management Authority has also been advised to remain alert to avoid any loss of human lives and damages to private and public property.

Earlier this month, PM’s assistant on climate change, Malik Amin Aslam said that glaciers in the northern areas have been melting because of soaring temperatures. This has resulted in the formation of over 3,044 lakes in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, putting over 7.1 million people at risk from GLOF events.

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Large herd of Himalayan ibex in Hunza valley

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A rare sighting of about 50 Himalayan ibex, including females with their young ones, was recently recorded near the Passu glacier in Hunza valley, the World Wide Fund for Nature-Pakistan (WWF-P) reported on Wednesday.

The footage was captured in the Khyber village by Nyal Mueenuddin, a wildlife film-maker associated with WWF-P, and Imtiaz Ahmed, a local photographer, who were filming Passu glacier’s ecology and associated habitat.

The team came across ibex tracks down the precipitous mountain ridges. The species can be found at an altitude of about 3,660 to over 5,000 metres and usually comes down to 2,135 metres due to snow and in search of food in the winter season.

“The presence of such a large number of Himalayan ibex in the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) region indicates a healthy ecosystem that can support large predators such as snow leopards, lynx and wolves,” said Rab Nawaz, senior director programmes at WWF-P, adding that the organization had been engaged in conservation efforts in the region for a long time.
‘The presence of such a large number of ibex in the Gilgit-Baltistan region indicates a healthy ecosystem’
The ibex population, according to the organisation, faces numerous threats across its range in Pakistan, from habitat loss to illegal hunting, climate change, and lack of awareness about the species.

However, as a result of the community’s efforts in this region, as well as efforts of local guards and GB wildlife department, their population is seen to be increasing.

“When it comes to filming wildlife, one thing which is of paramount importance is the photographer’s patience. He or she must not get discouraged by harsh weather conditions or difficult terrain. My message is that we should do as much as we can to protect the beautiful wildlife in these areas so that our next generation can witness and experience their existence,” said Imtiaz Ahmed.

The WWF-P initiated a research-based project in the Bar valley, Nagar district, Gilgit-Baltistan in 1990 with the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme to protect the Himalayan ibex, its associated wildlife species and their habitat.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was also signed with communities and Gilgit-Baltistan Parks and Wildlife Department, which specified that the locals would protect their natural resources, especially the ibex population.

“As the recent footage indicates, these initiatives yielded positive results. Further interventions continue to be implemented to not only change human attitudes towards wildlife protection but also to reduce human-wildlife conflict,” said Rab Nawaz.

The film, which can be accessed on WWF-Pakistan’s YouTube channel, documents the team’s rare sighting and also highlights the efforts taken behind the lens to film the ibex.

ibex photographed in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Khyber valley

Stunning View during Hunza’s cherry blossoms

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It was April, the sun was shining and when someone reached Hunza from Gilgit, they found themself surrounded by a whole new spectrum of colours; it will truly mesmerise.

The meadows, plants laden with white, pink, and orange flowers could be found all over. Someone kept thinking of themselves, why did they not land here earlier?

There were so many flowers alongside the road from Hussainabad to Aliabad, it seemed to be the literal meaning of the primrose path. Spring was my first love, and you can forget everything but not your first love.

Which month is cherry blossom in Hunza?
The cherry blossom season in Hunza Valley runs from the end of March to mid-April.
What is the best time to visit Hunza Valley?
The best time to visit Karimabad and the Hunza Valley is from Apirl to October but avoid June to August if you do not like crowds. The Hunza Valley can get quite crowded during the midsummar months as both the local and the Chinese tourists flock the place when the temperature is nice and warm.
What are the main events celebrated in Hunza Valley?
The traditional Ginani festival is celebrated by the local community with many gatherings organized in Altit, Baltit and Aliabad. This festival is celebrated to welcome the new harvesting season with joy and happiness.
Can cherry blossom trees grow in Pakistan?
Yes, Pakistan!! Tourists from all over Pakistan and around the globe enjoy the scenic beauty of the cherry blossom season in the northern areas of Pakistan. A new spectrum of colors spread all around the valley starting from Gilgit, Besham, Bagrot valley, Kargah, Buddha Shangri-La and lastly to Skardu
What do cherry blossoms symbolism?
Cherry blossoms are a symbolic flower of the spring, a time of renewal, and the fleeting nature of life. Their life is very short. After their beauty peaks around two weeks, the blossoms start to fall. … A cherry blossom makes people merry.
Where is cherry blossom in Pakistan?
Gilgit-Baltistan
The beginning of Cherry blossom signals the end of chilly winter weather in Hunza valley, Phandar valley, Skardu valley and in the other parts of Gilgit-Baltistan which means Spring is arrived. Blossom season (spring) starts from the mid March and ends by the last week of April.
How do you paint a blossom tree?
Directions For Cherry Blossom Tree Painting
Trace A Circle For The Moon.
Paint The Dark Blue Sky.
Add Some Texture To The Moon with a Sponge or Baby Wipe.
Paint some “asterisks”
Paint The Tree Branches.
Paint Some Highlight & Texture On The Tree.
Paint The Cherry Blossoms.
What flower symbolizes strength?
Gladiolus
Gladiolus. Remembrance, faithfulness, and sincerity all are represented by the gladiolus. Their tall, strong stems symbolize a strength of character as well.

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