Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser for the environment, forests, and climate change, emphasised today the importance of international cooperation in combating climate change.
She called on all affluent nations to fulfil their pledges to provide technological assistance and climate funding to countries most at risk from climate change.
“It’s time that developed nations uphold their commitments to support the most affected countries,” the environment advisor said while speaking as the Chief guest at the COP29 reception hosted by the European Union in Gulshan, Dhaka.
In order to promote cooperation between countries and stakeholders in advance of the next COP29, the European Union organised its COP29 welcome.
Rizwana emphasised how vulnerable countries like Bangladesh suffer disproportionate climate concerns.
“Bangladesh, despite contributing minimally to global emissions, bears one of the highest burdens of climate impacts. We need equitable solutions that recognize the realities of nations on the frontlines of climate change,” she said.
According to the advisor, the international community must provide Bangladesh with strong, long-term support to match its resilience.
Speaking at the occasion, Michael Miller, the ambassador of the European Union to Bangladesh, praised Bangladesh’s involvement in the Global Climate Resilience Network and its proactive approach to environmental preservation and climate resilience.
Ambassadors of European countries, the Environment Secretary, international delegates, government representatives, and environmental stakeholders, youth climate activists were present on the occasion.
The event closed with a renewed call for climate equity. The reception served as a reminder that meaningful progress at COP29 requires immediate action and a collective effort to safeguard the planet for future generations.
