Less than two weeks remain until the commencement of the 28th Conference of Parties (COP) on Climate Change, and diplomats from various nations have come together at the Saud Al-Nasser Al-Sabah Diplomatic Institute in Kuwait to discuss the urgent need for collaborative global efforts to combat climate change.
The seminar, held at the Institute premises on November 15th, aimed to familiarize participants with COP28, the annual climate conference scheduled to take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from November 30th to December 12th this year.
During the seminar, diplomats stressed the paramount importance of joint action in addressing climate change, acknowledging it as a shared global responsibility to safeguard the planet. They underscored the necessity for collective efforts, collaboration, and diligent work towards promoting clean energy, reducing emissions, enhancing resource efficiency, curbing demand, fostering vegetation growth, and preserving water resources.
Dr. Mubarak Al-Hajri, Deputy Assistant Foreign Minister for the Diplomatic Institute, highlighted the significance of such seminars and similar events that benefit ministry staff and participants. He emphasized the crucial role of shedding light on climate change, particularly with COP28 just around the corner.
H.E. Dr. Matar Al-Neyadi, the UAE ambassador to Kuwait, expressed that hosting COP28 aims to mobilize global efforts in mitigating the impacts of climate change and addressing the challenges posed by this phenomenon. He further specified that the conference will prioritize water issues, being one of the most vital pillars of life, and stressed the need to enhance quality of life through responsible consumption and production, alleviating pressure on water resources, and preserving them.
Speaking at the event, H.E. Melissa Kelly, the Australian Ambassador, underscored the importance of tackling climate change in light of weather changes, droughts, wildfires, floods, and other environmental phenomena that confirm its existence and impact on human and environmental life. She called for swift action to ensure a secure and decent life for future generations.
H.E. Mohamed Lashkar, the Nicaraguan Ambassador, acknowledged that despite economic challenges, his country plays a significant role in addressing climate change. He described climate change as a “disease and pandemic” affecting all nations worldwide, emphasizing the dire consequences if countries fail to cooperate in solving this problem.
In his address, H.E. Dr. Adarsh Swaika, the Indian Ambassador, highlighted the strong connection between climate change and human activities. He emphasized that climate change poses a major challenge that requires global commitments, sound policies, and legal frameworks to restore and preserve life on our planet. He underscored that Climate Action, Climate Justice, and Climate Finance are key elements in combating climate change.
Ameera Hassan, the Director for the Arab Gulf region at UN-Habitat, stated that industries and factories in industrialized and developed countries contribute to 60 percent of emissions that impact the climate. She discussed the role of cities in combating climate change and urged adherence to laws and international agreements related to climate change. She stressed the imperative for all countries to wholeheartedly comply with the agreed action plan.
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