Secretary-General Urges Youth Mobilization and Global Solidarity to Tackle Climate Crisis
COP29: UN Secretary-General António Guterres met today with youth climate leaders at the annual climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan. Youth demand inclusion in decision-making and discussions on climate issues.
The Secretary-General emphasized the urgent need for youth mobilization in addressing the climate crisis, citing the critical moment humanity faces. Acknowledging the diverse and localized struggles of youth and Indigenous communities, he stressed the importance of integrating their perspectives into climate discussions and decision-making processes.
Calls were made for climate security to address conflict zones and for the global community to support vulnerable regions. The Secretary-General reiterated that while tools exist to keep global warming within 1.5°C, political will and resistance to vested interests are key obstacles. Expressing solidarity, he assured young climate leaders of his full support in their efforts for a sustainable future.
