Climate Change and Sea Level Call at the United Nations General Assembly
During the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, the first declaration against rising sea levels was approved while leaders called for urgent action.
At the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, world leaders called for coordinated and sustainable steps against the climate crisis. During the meeting, the first declaration targeting rising sea levels was officially approved.
Historic Sea Level Declaration at the UN
The United Nations General Assembly approved its first official declaration focusing on the issue of rising sea levels during its 81st session.
With this initiative, the international community's fragmented efforts against human-induced sea level rise are aimed to be transformed into permanent and funded action.
Warning from Secretary-General Guterres
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres clearly stated that the world cannot turn a blind eye to countries and cultures sinking and disappearing under water.
Guterres underlined that the international community needs to display a much stronger and joint solidarity against the climate crisis.
Climate Assessments by Global Leaders
Leaders of Brazil, Nepal, Japan, Bangladesh, Cape Verde, Fiji, South Korea, the Bahamas, and Ghana, alongside the President of the European Commission, described the climate impacts in their regions.
During the leaders' speeches, many serious problems ranging from melting glaciers to extreme weather events and food security threats were brought to the table.
Different Approaches and Divergences
While calls for global climate action gained weight, U.S. President Donald Trump continued his statements characterizing climate change as a hoax.
These differing approaches among leaders showed that debates on the future of international climate policies continue.