The urgency of climate change has dominated global discourse once again as Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley voices her concerns over the pace of international efforts. Speaking on the sidelines of the Paris Peace Forum, Prime Minister Mottley emphasized that “the world is not moving fast enough for the climate task.”
Her remarks come in the wake of a joint statement by China and the U.S. last week, where the two nations committed to enhancing cooperation on climate initiatives and accelerating the transition to green energy. This unexpected collaboration between the world’s two largest economies has sparked hope for renewed momentum in global climate action.
In an exclusive interview with “Dialogue,” Prime Minister Mottley highlighted the disproportionate impact of climate change on small island developing states like Barbados. “Our countries are on the frontline,” she stated. “We bear the brunt of consequences we did little to cause. It’s imperative that global leaders translate promises into swift, tangible actions.”
Mottley called for increased financial support and technology transfer to vulnerable nations to bolster their resilience against climate impacts. She also urged larger economies to meet and exceed their emissions reduction targets, stressing that the window for meaningful action is rapidly closing.
The Paris Peace Forum provided a platform for leaders, activists, and academics to discuss collaborative solutions to global challenges. The Prime Minister’s passionate appeal underscores the critical need for unity and decisive action in addressing the climate crisis, a sentiment echoed by many participants at the forum.
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Barbados PM: The world is not moving fast enough for climate task
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