Moshiri says what was agreed at COP29 “falls far short of what’s required”.
Africa
THE International Crisis Group’s Senior Analyst on Climate, Environment and Conflict, Nazanine Moshiri, has said that what was agreed at COP29 “falls far short of what’s required”.
In a statement Moshiri said: “At COP29 in Baku, while negotiators acknowledged the urgency of improving climate finance access for vulnerable nations, what was agreed falls far short of what’s required. Remember, these negotiations happened against the backdrop of escalating global crises, from the war in the Middle East, Ukraine and the re-election of Donald Trump. Billions have been promised, but developing countries’ adaptation needs, including those of Africa, are in the trillions. Adaptation risks across the continent could lead to disastrous neglect without adequate funding.”
“Many African nations are deeply disappointed. Despite being hardest hit by the dual crises of conflict and climate shocks, they were unable to secure a real breakthrough at this COP. Our research in regions like the Sahel and the Horn of Africa highlights that adaptation is not just about protection—it’s about ensuring stability.
“Investing in resilience can prevent the cascading effects of social tensions, displacement and conflict. Looking ahead to COP30 in Brazil, the prospects for progress on climate and conflict remain uncertain. Brazil has historically hesitated to fully integrate these issues into the global climate agenda, leaving Africa’s urgent needs unanswered.”
24th November, 2024.
C.E.
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