COP29 Discusses Climate Justice and Finance Challenges

At COP29 in Baku, Saint Kitts and Nevis is advocating for climate justice and aims for 100% renewable energy by 2030, leveraging its natural resources despite facing significant climate challenges. The nation emphasizes the need for international partnerships and support to combat rising sea levels and extreme weather. Meanwhile, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has highlighted the country's vulnerability to climate change, calling attention to unfulfilled financial pledges from developed nations, which have left countries like Pakistan struggling with climate-related disasters. The discourse on climate justice is underscored by the need for grant-based financing rather than loans, as developing nations face increasing climate debt. As the judiciary in Pakistan steps in to address environmental neglect, there is a growing recognition that both national accountability and international support are crucial for sustainable climate resilience. Overall, COP29 is a critical platform for addressing these interlinked challenges and ensuring actionable climate finance commitments.