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National statement by Honourable Philip Joseph Pierre, Prime Minister of Saint Lucia at COP 26 World Leaders Summit

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The following is an excerpt from the National statement by Honourable Philip Joseph Pierre, Prime Minister of Saint Lucia at COP 26 World Leaders Summit:

"Countries must urgently bring forward new NDCs with 2030 targets consistent with the 1.5-degree temperature goal, supported by credible net zero-by-2050 long-term strategies. We must support wind, solar and other renewable energy investments. The power to turn things around lies in our collective hands. We must be focused and resolute. We cannot vacillate on matters of human survival. In this regard, world leaders must deliver on the long-term climate finance goal that was promised, supporting, not only mitigation but also adaptation. We must also raise the profile of, and mainstream loss and damage as a distinct pillar of climate action and support."