Bangladesh urged the European Union to support a proposal for allocating $200 billion to the least developed countries and the most vulnerable countries, to ensure the nations’ ability to effectively respond to the challenges of the climate crisis.
Bangladesh sought the support in a bilateral meeting held on Friday between the ministers of the LDCs and the EU on the final outcomes of COP29, said a press release issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Climate Change.
The meeting emphasised the collaboration on unresolved issues to achieve a balanced and equitable outcome for all parties.
The Bangladesh delegation head highlighted that ‘many issues remain unresolved,’ urging both groups to work together to secure a meaningful and inclusive deal for COP29.
LDC ministers shared their key positions at the meeting, emphasising the urgent need for financial and technical support to address the impacts of climate change, said the release.
The EU ministers acknowledged the concerns raised by the LDCs and reaffirmed their commitment to addressing climate vulnerabilities while fostering sustainable development.
The discussions focused on crucial areas such as climate finance, adaptation, mitigation, and the global stocktaking process.
The meeting marks an essential step in ensuring that the voices of the most vulnerable are heard and acted upon in the final negotiations of COP29.
