Summit For The Future: Global Leaders Unite At UN Summit To Tackle Climate Crisis
UN Secretary-General António Guterres kicked off a two-day “Summit for the Future” as part of the UN General Assembly, where leaders emphasized the increasing mistrust between nations amid escalating climate-related disasters. They adopted a “Pact for the Future” to enhance cooperation and access to climate finance.
Guterres warned that international challenges are outpacing efforts to address them, highlighting the interconnectedness of crises, including the spread of climate misinformation. Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley advocated for a governance “reset” to better serve those in need. The summit will feature speeches from global leaders, including representatives from China, India, and the US.
With the UN’s COP29 climate summit approaching, leaders are pressing for a new global financing target to replace the expiring $100 billion annual pledge. The World Bank and other development banks are undergoing reforms to increase funding availability, while discussions continue on implementing new global taxes to support climate initiatives.
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