Samira Bawumia Speaks on Urgent Need for Climate Action in Developing Countries

At the Global Citizen NOW Summit, Ghana’s Second Lady, Samira Bawumia, stressed the need for immediate action to address climate risks in developing countries. Bawumia was part of a Fireside Conversation that included the Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper, Erna Solberg, and Stefan Lofven, former prime ministers of Canada, Norway, and Sweden, respectively. The discussion, moderated by Hon. Michael McCormack, focused on reimagining development cooperation on multilateralism, governance, private sector investments, and addressing climate risk in developing countries.

Bawumia emphasized a three-pronged approach to tackle climate risk, which involves policy, partnerships, and projects. She called for a comprehensive strategy that mobilizes support from development partners, private sector investments, and national systems to address the issue. For Bawumia, it is crucial to develop robust and resilient health systems and promote sustainable agriculture practices to address climate challenges. She also highlighted the role of partnerships to address global challenges and the private sector’s critical role in building climate-resilient infrastructure and supporting clean energy.

Bawumia further stressed the need to strengthen governance systems in developing countries to promote accountability and transparency, combat corruption, and promote inclusive economic growth. She emphasized the importance of building strong institutions that can deliver quality services to citizens.

The summit aimed to foster multilateralism and reimagine development cooperation to build sustainable infrastructure and promote fair and equitable trade, particularly for developing countries. The speakers agreed that working together is essential to build a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable world. Harnessing the power of partnership and multilateralism can create a brighter future for all.

For the most part, Bawumia’s speech highlighted the urgency of addressing climate risks in developing countries. She emphasized the need for comprehensive strategies and partnerships to tackle the issue, promote sustainable practices, and build resilient infrastructure. The summit’s discussion emphasized the importance of multilateralism and partnership to build a sustainable future for all, particularly in developing countries.

Source: DGN