The two officials from the Philippines and the UAE focused on critical pillars of mitigation, adaptation, loss and damage, and means of implementation and support.
Borje raised the importance of partnerships in technology development and transfer, finance and investments, capacity building, and other areas that may be explored,
The CCC said the bilateral partnership between the two countries opens many opportunities to address the issue of climate change.
PH, UAE boost climate action ties
Jul 10, 2023 04:57 AM
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The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to continue working together in advancing global climate action ahead of the latter's hosting of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) this year.
CCC Secretary Robert Borje and COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber (Facebook)
This developed after Climate Change Commission (CCC) Secretary Robert Borje and COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber met in Bonn, Germany, last week to "further discuss areas of cooperation towards advancing and accelerating global climate action for the global south."
In a statement, the CCC said the discussion between the two officials focused on critical pillars of mitigation, adaptation, loss and damage, and means of implementation and support.
To advance global climate action given national circumstances, Borje raised the importance of partnerships on technology development and transfer, finance and investments, capacity building, and other areas that may be explored, including communication, education and awareness, and research and development projects.
Sharing the same vision, Al Jaber said they are committed to working together towards a transformative, scaled-up, and integrated South-South Cooperation in the lead-up to COP28 and even beyond.
CCC said the bilateral partnership between the two countries opens many opportunities to address the issue of climate change.
"The bilateral partnership presents new pathways of cooperation towards accelerated just transition and greenhouse gas emissions avoidance and introduction of new and appropriate technology and innovation," it said.
"Under the guidance of President Marcos, the CCC is hopeful that this partnership with the United Arab Emirates and other UNFCCC Parties will contribute to stronger global cooperation towards meaningful and transformative climate action," it added.
COP28 aims to "bring the world together" at a critical moment for global transformative climate action. This year, COP28 will prioritize efforts to accelerate emissions reductions through a pragmatic energy transition, reform land use, and transform food systems.
President Marcos has been invited to attend the event in Dubai this coming December.