India has walked the talk when it comes to climate action: PM Modi
| 2023-11-30
Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs from New Delhi on November 30, 2023 to attend the World Climate Action Summit of the COP-28
India has always laid emphasis on climate action even as it pursues social and economic development, PM Modi says
India has walked the talk when it comes to climate action, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday as he left to attend the World Climate Action Summit of the COP-28 being held in Abu Dhabi, UAE on December 1, 2023.
"Our achievements in different sectors like renewable energy, energy efficiency, afforestation, energy conservation, Mission LiFE are testament to the commitment of our people towards mother Earth," Prime Minister Modi said in his departure statement.
According to the Prime Minister, India has always laid emphasis on climate action even as it pursues social and economic development.
He referred to India's G20 Presidency and highlighted that climate was high on the priority. "The New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration includes numerous concrete steps on climate action and sustainable development. I look forward to the COP-28 taking forward the consensus on these issues," Prime Minister Modi stated.
COP28 will also provide an opportunity to review progress made under the Paris Agreement, and chart a path for the future course on climate action, Prime Minister Modi said. At the Voice of Global South Summit convened by India, the Global South spoke for the need for climate action based on the principles of equity, climate justice, and common but differentiated responsibilities, as well as a greater focus on adaptation, Prime Minister Modi said.
"It is important that efforts of the developing world be supported with adequate climate financing and technology transfer. They must have access to equitable carbon and development space to achieve sustainable development," Prime Minister Modi pointed out.
Prime Minister Modi is attending the World Climate Action Summit of the COP-28 at the invitation of UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. "I am happy to see that this significant event is being held under the Presidency of the UAE, who has been an important partner for India in the field of climate action," he remarked.
"Our achievements in different sectors like renewable energy, energy efficiency, afforestation, energy conservation, Mission LiFE are testament to the commitment of our people towards mother Earth," Prime Minister Modi said in his departure statement.
According to the Prime Minister, India has always laid emphasis on climate action even as it pursues social and economic development.
He referred to India's G20 Presidency and highlighted that climate was high on the priority. "The New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration includes numerous concrete steps on climate action and sustainable development. I look forward to the COP-28 taking forward the consensus on these issues," Prime Minister Modi stated.
COP28 will also provide an opportunity to review progress made under the Paris Agreement, and chart a path for the future course on climate action, Prime Minister Modi said. At the Voice of Global South Summit convened by India, the Global South spoke for the need for climate action based on the principles of equity, climate justice, and common but differentiated responsibilities, as well as a greater focus on adaptation, Prime Minister Modi said.
"It is important that efforts of the developing world be supported with adequate climate financing and technology transfer. They must have access to equitable carbon and development space to achieve sustainable development," Prime Minister Modi pointed out.
Prime Minister Modi is attending the World Climate Action Summit of the COP-28 at the invitation of UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. "I am happy to see that this significant event is being held under the Presidency of the UAE, who has been an important partner for India in the field of climate action," he remarked.
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