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Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR) has also entered into a partnership with China to assist Pakistan in addressing water-related issues. The objective of this Pak-China collaboration is to employ technical methods to manage water resources, which could aid Pakistan in dealing
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Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources Act underwent a revision. This revision, referred to as the Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (Amendment) Act, 2023, was approved by the President on April 11, 2023. The amendment replaced Section 16 of the Act, which details
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Addressing the water crisis necessitates collaborative efforts at various levels. There is an immediate need for the country to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to the evolving climate, and build resilience against the already occurring impacts. This involves the adoption of climate-smart
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agricultural practices, such as the cultivation of drought-resistant crops, enhanced water management techniques, and improved soil conservation practices. The pressing need to tackle the water crisis has been underscored, with practical suggestions for a sustainable future being put forward.
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