ISLAMABAD STAFF REPORTER
The Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Netherlands in Pakistan, H.E. Hajo Provó Kluit called on Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa at CDA Headquarters today.
Chairman CDA warmly welcomed the Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy H.E. Hajo Provó Kluit. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest were discussed, including opportunities for collaboration in urban development, sustainable infrastructure, and environmental conservation.
The Deputy Head of the Mission of Netherlands, H. E. Mr. Hajo Provo Kluit appreciated CDA’s excellent day and night efforts followed by the successful resolution of drained water issue after recently unprecedented heavy rainfall spell during moon soon season. He also appreciated CDA’s initiative of uplifting of Diplomatic Enclave, the ongoing projects of beautification especially making CDA Nursery as Gardenia Hub and digitalization of its services thus making Islamabad from safe city in to smart City. He expressed the Netherlands’ interest in contributing expertise in smart city planning and green technologies.
Chairman CDA and Chief Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa briefed the Deputy Head of the Mission of Netherlands, H. E. Mr. Hajo Provo Kluit on the initiatives taken by CDA for uplifting of Diplomatic Enclave in line with the directions of the Federal Minister for Interior, Mohsn Naqvi thus transforming the Diplomatic Enclave into a model zone that meets the International Standards. This includes infrastructure improvement, beautification including landscaping & horticulture, implementation of long-term upgrades of the infrastructure and related facilities. He also briefed about making CDA’s Nursery as State of the art Gardenia Hub, thus making Islamabad as the most beautiful Capital of the world. He also expressed hope for future partnerships in areas such as waste management, water conservation, and eco-friendly urban planning and beautification.
Both sides agreed to enhance collaboration in horticulture and sustainable landscaping. Chairman CDA shared that CDA is actively promoting indigenous plantation drive and climate-resilient horticultural practices. The Deputy Head of Mission highlighted the Netherlands’ expertise in tulips, Dutch roses, and sustainable horticulture technologies. It was discussed that the Netherlands could share its expertise in the field of horticultural, soil advisory, and other related areas.
Both sides agreed to continue dialogue and explore avenues for bilateral cooperation in urban development and beautification. H.E. Hajo Provó Kluit assured full cooperation and expressed his country’s keen interest in deepening collaboration with CDA in the areas of green infrastructure, and urban beautification. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to further deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
