By Wajid Shamsul Hasan

According to Michel Gabaudan, president of Refugees International, “the massive flooding in Pakistan is a wakeup call that starkly highlights the real threats we face from climate-related disasters.” The study describes it as an opportunity for planning for protection against future disasters. A lot has been mentioned on the mismanagement of the irrigation system in Pakistan. This is yet another area that needs urgent attention where many countries could come forward with scientific and technical cooperation.

The opportunities Pakistan offers today are immense, but time is of the essence. We will have to start attracting investment now. Once the people go back to the rut and start living in quick-fix shanties again without adopting necessary and quality changes, the chance to bring about a revolutionary change in living will be lost for ever.

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