Center for Democracy & Climate Studies

CDCS with collaboration of the @CathayPak Chinese Embassy in Pakistan organized a 3 day training workshop for the Journalists of #KhyberPakhtunkhwa & #Balochistan on "How CPEC is being reported in Pakistan:An outlook of 10 years of #CPEC."

Dr. Furqan Rao, Executive Director of the Center for Democracy and Climate Studies, had the honour of engaging with the brilliant students of International Relations, Journalism, and Political Science at RUDN University (Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia) in Moscow 🇷🇺.

Executive Director of Center for Democracy and Climate Studies, Dr. Furqan Rao, spoke to participants of the Global Digital Forum in Russia on the topic titled ”How do different countries address disinformation challenges, and what lessons can be learned from their experiences”?

CDCS wishes a happy New Year to all of you. May we be able to make this world prosperous, peaceful, clean, and green in 2024. #NewYear2024 #CDCS

Successfully organized a 3-day training workshop through @CDCSPakistan in collaboration with the @CathayPak Chinese Embassy for journalists of Balochistan &KP about CPEC reporting. Former Ambassador to China Ms.@AmbNaghmanaHash along with Senior Journalists shared insight on CPEC

I congratulate @CathayPak and @CDCSPakistan for this wonderful and an informative workshop.Honoured to be the part of this workshop as a speaker. Dr @FurqanRao1

Workshop arranged by @CDCSPakistan on "How BRI and CPEC being Reported in Pakistan" it was indeed a great experience and well learned couple of days with the best in media

Water plays a vital role in supporting avian life, and the need for a worldwide initiative to increase awareness about migratory birds is paramount. On this World Migratory Birds Day 2023, we must seeks international collaboration to safeguard these birds. #WMBD2023

A delegation of Pakistani journalists embarked on a tour to #China, organized in collaboration with the @CathayPak Chinese embassy in Pakistan& @CDCSPakistan. During their visit, the delegation had the opportunity to engage with various media organizations in China. #CPEC #CDCS

Remember, empowering youth means empowering yourself. Join us in supporting CDCS, and a heartfelt thanks to our stakeholders, members, and dedicated team for making it all possible. #CDCS #MyXAnniversary

Over the past year, at CDCS, we've organized seminars aimed at engaging and educating the youth while combatting disinformation. We've operated on both national and international fronts, facilitating delegation visits to various countries. #CDCS #MyXAnniversary

In Pakistan, it is imperative to recognize the importance of supporting the deaf community to foster inclusivity. Collaborative efforts between public & private organizations are crucial in addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities. #InternationalDayofSignLanguage

The World Federation of the Deaf reports a global deaf population exceeding 70 million individuals, communicating through a diverse array of 300 sign languages. #InternationalDayofSignLanguages

Under Montreal Protocol, on 16th Sept #InternationalDayforPreservationofOzoneLayer is obseved. It is to raise awareness regarding imp. of protecting Ozone Layer, which sheilds us from harmfl UV radiation & phase out substances that deplete the layer i-e(CFCs). #SafeOzoneSafeEarth

Mangroves, seagrasses and tidal marshes are amazing ecosystems but we must do more to protect them! Our new International Policy Framework for #BlueCarbon Ecosystems helps fit the policy puzzle together to scale up coastal protection: bit.ly/3Lf69G9 @ConservationOrg

On this International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, let's come together to overcome air pollution. #TogetherForCleanAir #CleanAirForBlueSkies #Pollution

Аir pollution is the single greatest environmental risk to human health and one of the main avoidable causes of death and disease globally, with an estimated 6.5 million premature deaths (2016) across the world. #TogetherForCleanAir

Promoting #medialiteracy & accountability of #newsagencies & journalists can curb the spread of #Misinformation.In today’s era of distress/extreme inflation any kind of misinfo should be immediately taken down.Journalists need to play their part in smooth flow of #authenticinfo.

#COP28 @hlcchampions Razan Al Mubarak highlights the integral role of women in #COP28 with an emphasis on empowering leaders of #ClimateAction. Read more here: thenationalnews.com/opinion/commen… #emiratiwomensday2023 #WeCollaborateForTomorrow

Additionally, transitioning to green energy can contribute to mitigating the impacts of climate change and supporting long-term economic growth to the people and country. #electricitybill #ClimateCrisis

Investing in green energy, such as #renewablesources like solar, wind, & hydroelectric power, can bring several benefits to #Pakistan. It helps to create more jobs in the renewable #energysector, enhance energy security, and promote sustainable development. #EnergyShortage

Climate change is having significant macroeconomic implications in Pakistan. Rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns/ #extremeweather events are having impacts on agriculture, water availability, infrastructure, and overall #economicstability. #ClimatechangeinPakistan