Pakistan, July 20 -- Pakistan's food security is facing increasing pressure from climate change as rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, floods and water shortages threaten the productivity of major crops.

There is scientific projections warning of significant declines in wheat and rice yields in coming decades. Climate assessments indicate that Pakistan's average temperature is rising faster than the global average, increasing risks to agriculture, which remains the backbone of the country's economy and rural livelihoods.

"Climate change has moved from being an environmental concern to a national food security challenge. The rising frequency of heatwaves, floods and droughts is disrupting crop cycles, reducing productivity and increas...