Environment, Forest and Climate Change Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan emphasized the pressing need for global unity in addressing climate change.
She urged all developed countries to follow through on their commitments to climate finance and technological support for nations at the forefront of climate vulnerability. It’s time developed nations uphold their commitments to support the most affected countries.
Rizwana made the call on Monday evening while speaking as the chief guest at the COP29 reception hosted by the European Union in the capital’s Gulshan.
The European Union's COP29 reception aimed to foster collaboration between nations and stakeholders ahead of the COP29 conference.
She highlighted the disproportionate climate challenges faced by vulnerable nations like Bangladesh.
“Bangladesh, despite contributing minimally to global emissions, bears one of the highest burdens of climate impacts. We need equitable solutions that recognize the realities of nations on the frontlines of climate change. Bangladesh’s resilience must be matched with robust, sustainable support from the global community.”
Rizwana said her government is more youth engagement in climate actions.
European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller spoke at the event commending Bangladesh’s proactive role in environmental conservation and climate resilience, as well as its participation in the Global Climate Resilience Network.
Ambassadors of European countries, the environment secretary, international delegates, government representatives, and environmental stakeholders, youth climate activists were present at the event.
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