Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif visited Japan’s largest water filtration and waste treatment plant in Yokohama during her official trip.
She announced that Punjab will introduce similar modern technology to provide citizens with clean drinking water and improved waste management facilities.
The Yokohama plant is one of the most advanced in the world. It treats around 1.5 million cubic meters of wastewater every day. The facility not only cleans water but also produces energy from waste, helping to reduce pressure on other energy sources.
In addition, it uses advanced methods to separate recyclable materials, ensuring less waste goes to landfills. Punjab is looking to adopt these same practices to improve environmental protection and urban development.
Maryam Nawaz highlighted that access to clean water is one of her government’s top priorities. She said that adopting Japanese techniques will help the province manage waste more effectively, protect the environment, and ensure better health standards for citizens.
Officials explained that this cooperation will focus on practical steps, such as building modern water treatment plants and introducing advanced recycling systems.
The goal is to create a sustainable model that not only provides safe drinking water but also supports cleaner cities and a healthier environment.
The Chief Minister added that Punjab is committed to learning from international best practices. By applying these systems, the province hopes to tackle long-standing challenges of water contamination and poor waste management, moving closer to global standards of urban development and environmental care.
