Hungary contributed in PM billion tree programme

Islamabad: The ambassador of Hungary Mr. Bela Fazekas planted Hungarian bred saplings in the Fatima Jinnah Park F-9 in Islamabad contributing in Pakistan goal of planting 10 billion trees programme.

The ambassador said that by planting new trees we are not only contributing in Prime Minister 10 billion trees initiative but also can draw attention to the importance of the international cooperation in tackling the challenges posed by the climate change. While planting Hungarian bred sapling (Turbo Obelisk es Express Willow), the ambassador, Bela Fazekas emphasized the dangers of the deforestation and importance of preserving Pakistan’s natural treasures. He stressed that these trees also represent a commitment for a long-term cooperation between the two countries, as the growth of tree is a process that spans generations.

Member National Assembly Mrs. Mehnaz Akber Aziz, Convener of the Hungarian-Pakistani Parliamentary Friendship Group, thanked the ambassador of his initiative. She highly admired yearly higher education scholarships offered by Hungary. It is true example of the long-term bilateral cooperation between two countries.

It is worth mentioning that the Hungary annually offer 200 higher education scholarships to Pakistan.