UAE announces $1.2 million partnership with UN Climate Security Mechanism
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The United Arab Emirates, a long-standing advocate for climate, peace and security and addressing global challenges related to climate change, announced a new $1.2 million partnership with the Climate Security Mechanism (CSM) of the United Nations.
The partnership involves a two-year annual contribution of US$600,000 from the UAE, demonstrating the nation’s commitment to strengthening the UN’s capacity to address the interrelationships between climate change, peace and security. The United Arab Emirates is the first donor from the Global South to contribute to the MSC.
Abdulla Balalaa, Deputy Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainability Affairs, He highlighted the UAE’s commitment to addressing the risks of climate change through proactive diplomacy and international collaboration. The partnership with the United Nations Climate Security Mechanism includes funding for a Climate Security Advisor in Afghanistan to assess and mitigate climate-related security risks.
Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab emphasized Afghanistan’s vulnerability to climate change and the UAE’s dedication to promoting climate adaptation and peace in the region.
Rosemary DiCarlo, UN Under-Secretary-Generalpraised the potential positive impact of the partnership on global climate, peace and security initiatives, aligning with the UAE Climate Declaration COP28.
The United Arab Emirates remains committed to advancing the climate, peace and security agenda across the United Nations system and around the world.
News source: Emirates News Agency
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