Britain's Prince William and his wife Kate are traveling to Pakistan's scenic northern mountains and glaciers, drawing attention to the challenges of climate change in the South Asian nation.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge flew to the city of Chitral Wednesday morning.
According to Britain's Press Association, Prince William made a speech at a cultural event in the capital of Islamabad the previous day, saying he will visit Chitral to see some of the impacts of climate change — including a melting glacier — as well as meet with local communities faced with the impact of a damaged environment.
Britain's Prince William, right, and his wife Kate meet Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, left, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. The royal couple kicked off a five-day tour of Pakistan on Tuesday amid much fanfare and tight security. (AP PhotoMuhammed Ahmed)
Pakistan's northern areas have witnessed flash floods in recent years, causing damages and casualties.
The royal couple arrived in Pakistan on Monday and their visit ends on Friday.
Britain's Prince William, center, and his wife Kate meet Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. The royal couple kicked off a five-day tour of Pakistan on Tuesday amid much fanfare and tight security. (AP PhotoMuhammed Ahmed)
Pakistani soldiers are on alert ahead of the arrival of Britain's Prince William and his wife Kate for a reception in Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. The Royal couple kicked off a five-day tour of Pakistan on Tuesday amid much fanfare and tight security. (AP PhotoB.K. Bangash)