Fiji To Advocate For Stronger Mitigation Action At COP28
“Our primary focus is on advocating for stronger mitigation action, fostering resilience, adopting effective climate risk management strategies, and securing a sustainable future for all.”
Tuesday 28 November 2023 | 16:05
A climate change advocate with a placard calling on leaders for urgent climate action.
Fiji will take a bold stance in advocating for stronger mitigation action at this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference known as COP28.
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Leader of Opposition Inia Seruiratu departed Fiji yesterday leading a Fijian delegation to Expo City in Dubai where COP28 will be held from November 30 to December 12.
Mr Rabuka said Fiji’s commitment to addressing climate change was to strongly advocate for meeting global targets to keep a rise of 1.5 degrees Celsius within reach and to build resilience and effectively manage climate risks.
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“Fiji recognises the power of regional solidarity in the fight against climate change. The Pacific islands, with shared vulnerabilities, are more potent when standing together,” Mr Rabuka said.
“Our participation in COP28 is not just about representing Fiji; it’s about standing in solidarity with our Pacific neighbors and championing a vision of a peaceful Pacific that thrives while we respond to the challenges of climate change,” he said.
“Our primary focus is on advocating for stronger mitigation action, fostering resilience, adopting effective climate risk management strategies, and securing a sustainable future for all.”
Importance of Oceans
As the Pacific champion of the ocean-climate nexus, Mr Rabuka said Fiji placed particular emphasis on the climate change impacts on oceans acknowledging the critical role that the Pacific nations play in this intricate relationship.
Given the profound impact of climate change on oceans and human security, Mr Rabuka emphasised that the concept of a ‘Zone of Peace’ signified a dedication to cross-border collaboration.
“Climate change poses a direct threat to the peace and security of our region surrounded by ocean. Our vision is to establish the Pacific as a ‘Zone of Peace,’ where nations work together to address climate challenges and build resilience. This is not just about survival; it’s about thriving in the face of adversity conflicts arising from climate change,” Mr Rabuka said.
“This commitment aims to safeguard ecosystems’ sustainability, protect shared resources, and mitigate.”
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