Small Island States Push for Loss and Damage Climate Finance at UN Negotiations
What happened
During the 77th UN General Assembly, the Alliance of Small Island Developing States (AOSIS) is advocating for the advancement of loss and damage response finance at COP27 climate negotiations. AOSIS is pushing for the establishment of a dedicated multilateral fund to help vulnerable countries recover from extreme climate disasters and slow-onset impacts. The G77 and China are also supporting the push for this fund.
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Why it matters
The push highlights the critical need for financial mechanisms to support Small Island Developing States facing severe and frequent climate impacts. These nations require recovery funding to mitigate the economic costs associated with climate disasters and impacts on their development.
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Who's involved
- United NationsHost of the UN General Assembly and COP27 climate negotiations
- AntiguaA Small Island Developing State represented by AOSIS
- BarbudaA constituent island of Antigua and Barbuda, mentioned as a victim of climate disasters
Who could feel it
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Increased frequency of climate disasters could raise operational risk and insurance costs for tourism assets.
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