New Declaration by Global Leaders Against Rising Sea Levels
World leaders have endorsed the United Nations Sea-Level Rise Declaration to support coastal countries facing existential threats due to global warming.
A new declaration has been adopted to strengthen international cooperation against the dangerous rise in sea levels, which is one of the most prominent consequences of global warming.
Approval from Global Leaders
World leaders endorsed a new declaration on Thursday to support vulnerable low-lying countries most at risk and to strengthen international cooperation.
The United Nations Sea-Level Rise Declaration, finalized by member states last month, has gained official status worldwide.
Millions of People at Risk
According to data from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the global average sea level is rising worldwide, and this process is accelerating.
It is known that approximately 770 million people worldwide live in coastal areas affected by rising sea levels.
Migration Threat for the End of the Century
Just a half-meter rise in sea levels by the end of the century could force between 150 million and 300 million people to leave their homes.
It is stated that countries contributing the least to the consequences of climate change are facing the most severe negative impacts of this situation.
Search for Solutions for Island Nations
Some small island states are already making different plans as they face the danger of being submerged.
Countries like Tuvalu are planning transition processes to become the world's first digital nation in the face of this existential threat.