Najam Criticizes COP29 Climate Finance Deal as “Tiny” and “Shocking”
Professor Adil Najam sharply criticized the $300 billion climate finance pledge made at COP29, calling it inadequate for supporting developing nations. He emphasized the importance of actual emissions cuts and expressed disappointment with the lack of meaningful progress in climate negotiations.
Najam Discusses the Intersection of Economic Development and Climate Change
Adil Najam, speaking on Dawn News’ “Fiscal Focus,” highlights the urgent need to integrate climate action into economic development strategies, emphasizing that climate change is a significant threat to sustainable growth in countries like Pakistan.
Najam: Climate Change is a Problem for 8 Billion People
In a recent interview, Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus of the Pardee School of Global Studies, emphasized that climate change is “a problem of 8 billion people.” He called for urgent action, advocating for mitigation and adaptation strategies while promoting a shift from fear-based messaging to an empowering narrative focused on solutions.
Najam Asks: Why Aren’t We Outraged About Pakistan’s Education Crisis?
Dean Emeritus and Professor Adil Najam challenges Pakistan’s apathy towards education. With 25 million children out of school, he questions the accuracy of literacy statistics and society’s values. Najam argues that without public demand, policy changes alone can’t solve the crisis, highlighting the need for cultural shifts in education perception.
Adil Najam Provides Expert Commentary on Trump-Harris Debate
Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus and Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, offered live commentary on the Trump-Harris debate for Geo TV News, Pakistan’s largest TV network. His analysis provided a global perspective on the debate, focusing on its international ramifications and offering insights into the complexities of U.S. election dynamics for a…
Najam talks on ‘Planetary Thinking’ at Swissnex Day
Prof. Adil Najam was invited to present opening thoughts on Swissnex Day 2024, organized by Switzerland’s Department of Foreign Affairs on diplomatic and public-private science cooperation.
Adil Najam Inducted into Champions 12.3
Adil Najam inducted into Champions 12.3, the coalition of global leaders dedicated to accelerating progress toward reducing food waste and loss.
Najam Publishes Book Chapter on “Pakistan’s Moment of Youth”
In a book chapter presenting his new research, Prof. Adil Najam argues that this is “Pakistan’s Moment of Youth” and the future of the country will be decided by “those who are between 15 and 29 today.”
Adil Najam’s Insights Featured in New York Times Article
The New York Times recently published an article titled “As Pakistan Installs a Prime Minister, the Road Ahead Looks Rocky,” shedding light on Pakistan’s political landscape and the challenges facing the newly elected government. Amidst discussions on civil-military relations and economic troubles, the article features insights from Dean Emeritus and Professor at Boston University’s Pardee…
Adil Najam Delivers the 2024 Broad Lecture at FSU
Dr. Adil Najam delivered the 2024 Broad Lecture at Florida State University on “Climate and Development in the ‘Age of Adaptation’.”
Najam Called to Comment on Pakistan Elections 2024
Prof. Adil Najam was a frequent guest on multiple news outlets as they struggled to make sense of the confused and confounding results of Pakistan’s 2024 elections.
Najam Critiques COP28
In an interview with ‘The Express Tribune,’ Najam expressed disappointment over the lack of ambition, emphasized the need for tangible actions, and called for a shift in perspectives to address urgent climate challenges.
Decoding COP28: Najam’s Climate Warning
Pardee Professor Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus and President of WWF International, recently shared his climate expertise on the BBC podcast, “The Real Story.” Reflecting on COP28 in Dubai, he emphasized the urgency of global action, expressing skepticism about reaching the critical 1.5-degree Celsius goal and calling for immediate measures to combat climate change.
Najam Attends and Speaks at Climate COP28
Prof. Adil Najam spent a busy two weeks attending, speaking at, and commenting to the media on the global climate talks at COP28. Here are some details.
Ahead of COP28, Najam Delineates Efficacy of Annual COP Proceedings
As world leaders and negotiators get ready for the latest round of global climate negotiations, COP28, which begin in Dubai on November 30th and will continue till December 12, 2023, Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus and Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies and President of WWF-International, was featured on the BBC Climate Talk podcast in…
Najam Says ‘Loss and Damage Fund’ is a Make or Break for COP28
Prof. Adil Najam tells ‘Development Today’ that “If loss and damage is not resolved or becomes even more contentious, it has the real possibility of taking everything else down.”
Najam Writes Foreword for Book on Water Policy in Pakistan
Professor Adil Najam writes Foreword for new book on ‘Water Policy in Pakistan’ (2023) published by Springer Nature.
Adil Najam Speaks of a “Planet in Distress” and the Threat to Multilateralism
Adil Najam was the 2023 honoree and keynote speaker at UNAGB’s UN Day event at the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
Najam Speaks in London on Climate and Girls Education
Adil Najam speaks in London on climate change and girls education at workshop and public event organized by the Malala Fund and the Center for Global Development (CGD).
Najam Briefs UN Humanitarian Leaders on ‘Age of Adaptation’
Adil Najam briefs UN Humanitarian agency leaders on the ‘Age of Adaptation’, and why climate change is now a major humanitarian crisis.