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3.86. Pakistan remains committed to achieve the two aligned objectives of sustainable development and social protection. The country has affirmed its commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by adopting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as its own national development agenda through a unanimous National Assembly Resolution in 2016. Similarly, social protection has a central role in government's agenda in mitigating the effects of economic and social shocks, climate change and natural disasters.

3.90. On Climate Action pertaining to the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 13, Pakistan has undertaken aggressive afforestation under the Ten Billion Tree Tsunami Program, amongst other initiatives, including in green energy mentioned earlier.

3.91. Pakistan has also taken several proactive measures to better manage the impact of climate change. These include Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Risk reduction measures, improvement in water monitoring capacity and Sustainable Forest management unit among others. Pakistan has instituted Climate Resilient Urban Human Settlements Unit to help its cities better contend with climate change. Similarly, the National Ozone Unit will help the country limit its ozone emissions. Pakistan has approved the Climate Change Act 2017 with the aim of systemizing climate resilient initiatives.

3.92. The Government is fully committed to follow the sustainable path of development as reflected in the initiatives and interventions. The country aims to further strengthen its social safety nets by increasing the coverage and scope of its social protection system.

Table 3.5 Restricted goods
Goods categories/items - Live animals, plants, fertilizers, insecticides and hazardous and medical waste;
Controlling authorities - Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE)

Table 3.5 Restricted goods
Goods categories/items - Nuclear energy-related products;
Controlling authorities - Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation

4.9. (...) the National Strategy for Agricultural and Rural Development for the Years 2014-2020 aimed to increase sector competitiveness while supporting economic development in rural areas. It focused on: (...); (ii) making the use of resources more sustainable; (...)

4.11. (...) Law No. 276 of 16 December 2016 on Subsidy Principles in the Development of Agriculture and the Rural Environment establishes a framework for agricultural subsidies, reflecting the priorities to modernize the agro-industrial sector and rural development outlined in the Strategy for Agricultural and Rural Development. The Law spells out four priority areas and categories of support measures provided: (...); (ii) investments related to sustainable management, including for irrigation, organic agriculture, or energy efficiency, to ensure sustainable management of natural resources [15]; (...) [15] The Program for the Promotion of the "Green" Economy in the Republic of Moldova for the years 2018-20 targets 20% of agriculture be organic by 2020, including by developing subsidies and tax incentives.

4.13. National Fund for Agriculture and Rural Development (FNDAMR) regulations spell out that investments are mostly subsidized at a basic rate of 50% (some are reimbursed at lower percentages and certain irrigation costs at a higher rate). According to Article 22, certain agricultural producers can benefit from slightly larger subsidies [17]. Using an approved methodology, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAFI) sets reference prices for certain machinery and equipment eligible to receive investment subsidies, while area-based subsidies can be applied for investments in perennial plantations or the conversion to organic farming. (...) [17] Eligibility applies if they: (i) are young, women, or returned migrants; (ii) undertake activities related to organic crops and ecological breeding; (iii) (...)

4.22. (...) As a response to the drought in 2020, Government provided partial compensation to corn crop producers, amounting to MDL 313 million in 2020 (with minor additional payments made in 2021) [30]. (...). [30] Government Decision No. 582 of 31 July 2020 on Approving the Granting of Compensation for Mitigating the Effects of Natural Disasters on the 2020 Harvest. A small share of this compensation for natural disasters was also related to hail damage as spelled out in the Government Decision.