Embassy of Pakistan in Japan Hosts First Pakistan–Japan Symposium on Science, Technology and Innovation
The Embassy of Pakistan in Tokyo hosted the First Pakistan–Japan Symposium on Science, Technology and Innovation on Sunday, bringing together leading Pakistani researchers, scientists and technology professionals residing in Japan along with representatives from academia and industry. The landmark event highlighted the growing role of science diplomacy in strengthening bilateral relations between Pakistan and Japan….
Romania Emerging as a New Destination for Global Labor, Says Business Leader Muhammad Shafiq
By. IRFAN SIDDIQUI Muhammad Shafiq, a prominent Pakistani businessman with business interests in Japan and Romania, believes that the global labor market is undergoing a significant transformation and that Romania is increasingly becoming an attractive destination for workers from developing countries. Speaking about changing employment trends, Shafiq said that a large segment of the labor…
From Spring to Scorching Summer: Japan’s Climate Crisis in May and June
June, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi For centuries, the arrival of spring in Japan has been celebrated as one of nature’s most beautiful spectacles. Cherry blossoms bloom across the country, parks fill with families, and communities gather beneath pink petals to welcome warmer days. Traditionally, May and June represented a gentle transition from spring to…
When the Rains Turn Relentless: Japan’s Growing Struggle with Climate-Driven Floods
May, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi For generations, Japan has lived with nature’s power. Earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, and volcanic eruptions have shaped the nation’s history and strengthened its culture of preparedness. Yet climate change is introducing a new and increasingly dangerous challenge: extreme rainfall and flooding. Over the past year, several parts of Japan experienced…
The Scorching Future: Pakistan’s Battle Against Heatwaves and Water Scarcity
March, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi The summer sun has always been a familiar companion in Pakistan. From the bustling streets of Karachi to the fertile plains of Punjab, people have learned to live with warm temperatures and long, bright days. Yet what Pakistan is experiencing today is no ordinary summer. It is a warning…
When the Mountains Cry: Pakistan’s Melting Glaciers and the Climate Emergency
02 February, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi For centuries, the towering glaciers of northern Pakistan stood as silent guardians of life. Resting peacefully among the majestic peaks of the Karakoram, Himalaya, and Hindu Kush mountain ranges, they supplied water to rivers, nourished fertile plains, and sustained millions of people. Today, however, these frozen giants are…
Smog, Frost and Survival: Pakistan’s Winter Under Climate Stress
05 January, 2026. By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi Winter in Pakistan was once associated with misty mornings, warm cups of tea, and the comforting chill that signaled the arrival of a new season. Today, however, winter has acquired a darker identity. For millions of Pakistanis, particularly those living in Punjab’s major cities, winter now brings a…
The Vanishing Winter: How Climate Change is Rewriting Pakistan’s Cold Season
01December,2025 By Muhammad Irfan Siddiqi There was a time when winter in Pakistan arrived with certainty. Children eagerly awaited the first foggy morning, farmers relied upon seasonal cold for their crops, and northern valleys transformed into breathtaking landscapes covered in snow. Winter was not merely a season; it was part of Pakistan’s cultural and environmental…
