In late 2023, Pakistan formally applied to join the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). This move is part of Pakistan's strategy to diversify its global partnerships and participate in a multi-polar world order led by the Global South.

The UNFPA provided critical technical guidance and software support for the 7th Population and Housing Census (Digital Census) of Pakistan in 2023. This collaboration ensured that the demographic data collected met international standards for accuracy and digital transparency.

The SIFC is a hybrid civil-military forum designed to provide a 'single-window' for foreign investors. Its primary focus is attracting multi-billion dollar investments from Gulf countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar) in sectors like agriculture, mining, IT, and energy to stabilize the economy through non-debt inflows.

The SIFC aims to attract 'Green FDI.' In 2024-2025, the council has pitched corporate farming (using water-efficient tech) and the mining of critical minerals (like lithium and copper needed for EV batteries) as sustainable investment opportunities.

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is the world's largest dedicated fund helping developing countries respond to climate change. Its approval of the $77.8 million Recharge Pakistan project was a significant vote of confidence in Pakistan's nature-based adaptation strategies.

In a pioneering effort to improve air quality, Lahore used 'artificial rain' through cloud seeding technology in late 2023 and early 2024. This was done with the assistance of the UAE to wash away toxic pollutants and provide temporary relief from the hazardous smog levels.

The International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan was held in Geneva in January 2023. It aimed to secure international support for the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) following the 2022 floods, resulting in over $9 billion in pledges.

The Protected Areas Initiative sought to expand Pakistan's national parks and protected areas from 12% to 15% of the total land area. This expansion is crucial for preserving indigenous wildlife and providing natural carbon sinks to combat global warming.

Pakistan's National Adaptation Plan (NAP), approved in 2023, provides a strategic framework to integrate climate risk management into all levels of development planning. It focuses on sectors like agriculture, water security, and public health to ensure the country can survive and thrive despite climate variability.

During COP28, Pakistan launched the National Climate Investment Framework to mobilize international and domestic private sector capital for climate-resilient projects. This was part of a shift toward 'blended finance' models to bridge the massive funding gap for climate adaptation.