New york: The President of Angola and Chairperson of the African Union, Joo Louren§o, emphasized the urgency of addressing the climate crisis as the greatest existential threat at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. He highlighted the necessity for United Nations Member States to collaborate in a coordinated and united manner to tackle this pressing issue.
According to Angola Press News Agency, President Louren§o, during his speech, underscored the escalating issues of global warming and the increasing frequency of natural disasters. He called for nations that have historically benefited from industrial and economic advancements to take full responsibility. He urged these countries to provide appropriate financing, transfer technology, and support adaptation and mitigation efforts to assist developing countries.
The president pointed out the irony that nations contributing minimally to greenhouse gas emissions are the ones bearing the brunt of climate change impacts, such as global warming, which adversely affects agriculture, food security, and public health. He reaffirmed Angola's commitment to the Paris Agreement and the implementation of related measures, aligning with the United Nations Agenda 2030 and the African Union's 2063 Agenda.
Louren§o also emphasized the need for mobilizing predictable and affordable climate financing to ensure a fair energy transition and protect vulnerable communities. He highlighted the importance of addressing these issues at the upcoming Climate Summit (COP30) in Brazil, a country that hosted the pivotal 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, which led to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
In his speech, Louren§o expressed the hope that COP30 will enable the international community to progress towards achieving significant climate objectives that are vital for humanity.
