UAE Commits $100M to Climate Disaster Fund

Publish date: Thursday، 30 November 2023

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to allocate $100 million to climate disaster fund arrangements, as announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Thursday.

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This financial commitment marks a significant stride in addressing the needs of vulnerable communities and fortifying resilience for those grappling with the severe consequences of climate change.

نهنىء كافة الأطراف على إطلاق هذا الصندوق المهم لتقديم استجابة فعّالة لتداعيات تغير المناخ… ويسرنا أن نعلن مساهمة دولة #الإمارات 🇦🇪 بمبلغ 100 مليون دولار، وندعو جميع الدول القادرة إلى المساهمة في هذه الجهود وتكريس روح التكاتف بين البشر.

We congratulate all parties on the…
— عبدالله بن زايد (@ABZayed) November 30, 2023

Expressing congratulations to all involved parties for the landmark approval of the climate disaster fund arrangements during COP28, Sheikh Abdullah declared the UAE's pledge of $100 million through a statement on the X social media platform. The fund, dedicated to climate impact response, represents a crucial initiative to alleviate the adverse effects of climate change on communities worldwide.

The UAE's substantial contribution underscores its dedication to global climate action and supporting measures that safeguard populations from environmental challenges.

BREAKING: The UAE is committing $100 million to Loss and Damage, an important milestone in delivering for vulnerable communities and building resilience for people suffering the devastating impacts of climate change.
We encourage leaders to raise ambition and unlock the crucial… pic.twitter.com/1q2jopFuok
— COP28 UAE (@COP28_UAE) November 30, 2023

This financial commitment is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing international efforts to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change, signaling the UAE's active role in addressing the urgent and complex issues posed by the changing climate.

UAE Commits $100M to Climate Disaster Fund

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