The prime minister has called for allocating at least 50 percent of global climate finance to adaptation efforts, emphasizing the need to involve women and young people in climate action and create decent green jobs. She stressed that global emissions must be reduced to keep the 1.5-degree Celsius goal within reach.
Speaking at an event on Thursday (November 12), the prime minister highlighted the importance of providing grants rather than loans to climate-vulnerable countries.
Trillion-dollar climate-resilient economy
The prime minister reaffirmed Bangladesh's commitment to building a trillion-dollar climate-resilient economy. She announced an ambitious renewable energy target for 2030 and pledged to plant 250 million trees as part of national efforts."Climate change requires equal attention to both mitigation and adaptation," she said, underscoring the need for a balanced approach to climate financing.
Role of women and youth
The prime minister placed special emphasis on the active participation of women and young people in climate initiatives. She said their inclusion must be ensured at every level, from policy-making to implementation.She also noted that green jobs created through climate action could open new economic opportunities for the younger generation.
Call to global leaders
Speaking on behalf of climate-vulnerable developing nations, the prime minister urged leaders of developed countries to make climate finance faster and more accessible. She stressed that grant-based support, rather than loans, is essential to avoid adding financial burdens to vulnerable nations.Analysts say countries like Bangladesh are among the most affected by climate change, making increased adaptation financing critical for their resilience.
