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The internationally recognized Yemeni government announced on Monday its intention to develop a comprehensive national vision aimed at mitigating the destructive effects of climate change within the country.
According to a press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, Prime Minister Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak directed the preparation of a national vision and the formulation of a negotiation stance that reflects the priorities and needs of addressing the devastating impacts of climate change in Yemen, particularly on livelihoods, environmental resources, basic services, infrastructure, and the required international support to mitigate its consequences.
In a meeting held in the temporary capital, Aden, Bin Mubarak discussed the ongoing preparations for Yemen’s participation in the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), scheduled to be held in Baku in November.
“Bin Mubarak emphasized the importance of providing a clear vision regarding the impacts of climate change on Yemen and presenting the country’s needs, as well as the government’s perspective on addressing climate change, considering Yemen is one of the most affected countries, despite being one of the least contributors to the emissions causing climate change,” according to the statement.
He highlighted the importance of building a comprehensive negotiation strategy that includes the indirect challenges associated with climate change, such as refugee flows, and mobilizing regional and international support to enhance national capacities for confronting, predicting, and adapting to its fluctuations.
In this context, Bin Mubarak stressed the need to leverage international trends to secure funding, establish regional and international partnerships, and implement the necessary measures and actions to mitigate the risks of climate change.
It is worth noting that Yemen frequently suffers from the consequences of climate change, such as floods and cyclones, which impact millions of people in the country.
Yemen is currently facing one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world due to the ongoing war between the internationally recognized government and the Houthi group, which is allied with Iran.”
