UN Chief Highlights Youth's Crucial Role in Shaping Urban Futures and Driving Climate Action

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International Human Solidarity Day: A celebration of unity and cooperation

International Human Solidarity Day is observed annually on December 20, serving as a reminder of the importance of solidarity in addressing global challenges. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Establishment : International Human Solidarity Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly on December 22, 2005, by resolution 60/209. World solidarity fund: The establishment of the World Solidarity Fund in 2003 aimed to eradicate …

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Global ecological governance boost

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JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Greater G20 cooperation in green technology research is essential to narrow the North-South technological divide and promote global sustainability The global energy transition is pivotal to addressing climate change, mitigating pollution and achieving sustainable development. Brazil, together with India and South Africa, has formed the "G20 troika", which aims to advance the agenda of Global South nations …

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Global ecological governance boost

China Daily

Greater G20 cooperation in green technology research is essential to narrow the North-South technological divide and promote global sustainability The global energy transition is pivotal to addressing climate change, mitigating pollution and achieving sustainable development. Brazil, together with India and South Africa, has formed the "G20 troika", which aims to advance the agenda of Global South nations on key issues …

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Youth education confab wraps up in Beijing

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-10 09:40 The forum on young people's sustainable development in Beijing brought together over 200 attendees from more than 20 countries and regions to discuss the future of the youth sustainable development education. The 3rd Forum on Young People's Sustainable Development, which brought together over 200 attendees from more than 20 countries and regions, concluded on Saturday …

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Young innovators to present SDG solutions at activate impact summit in UN

India Today

By 2030, over half of the global youth population will lack the skills needed for the future workforce. The 1M1B Activate Impact Summit, held annually at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, provides exactly that global stage for youth-led initiatives addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Reflecting on the significance of the summit, Siddhanth said, "The 1M1B Activate Impact …

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China calls for shared global growth

China Daily

People visit the Photography Exhibition on Pragmatic China-Africa Cooperation under Belt and Road Initiative in Nairobi, Kenya, on March 22, 2024. The Global Development Report 2024 launched by the Center for International Knowledge on Development on Friday said the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development "faces great challenges in meeting its deadline". They should push the 2030 Agenda back …

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Climate myopia: This year’s CoP was a big disappointment but small surprise

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The 29th Conference of the Parties to Climate Change came to an end on 24 November 2024 with deep disappointment on the outcomes—not just on finance, but on most other aspects of the agenda. With grossly inadequate mitigation of the crisis, the climate finance that developing countries can legitimately asl for will increase exponentially, leading to continued disappointment from a …

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International volunteer day 2024: Celebrating the power of giving back

India Today

Every year, on December 5th, the world comes together to celebrate the selfless efforts of individuals who dedicate their time and energy to helping others. A FOCUS ON INCLUSION AND SUSTAINABILITY This year, the theme for International Volunteer Day 2024 focusses on ‘Volunteer Now for Our Future’, highlighting the role of volunteers in addressing global challenges, including climate change, poverty, …

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Response to the call of the times

China Daily

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Understanding China means recognizing not just its economic power and global influence, but also its unique ability to balance strength and cooperation. A community with a shared future means that all countries have equal sovereignty — none should intervene in the internal affairs of others; that countries should jointly manage global affairs democratically, rather than through the …

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Response to the call of the times

China Daily

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Understanding China means recognizing not just its economic power and global influence, but also its unique ability to balance strength and cooperation. A community with a shared future means that all countries have equal sovereignty — none should intervene in the internal affairs of others; that countries should jointly manage global affairs democratically, rather than through the …

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COP29: UK and China can set a powerful example for global climate cooperation

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-11-24 21:11 A view during a closing plenary meeting at the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Baku, Azerbaijan, Nov 24, 2024. Amidst rising political tensions, strong bilateral cooperation between the UK and China can provide the international leadership needed to accelerate progress on climate change this decade. Following this meeting, and to support both multilateral …

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Initiative shows how youth can create a better digital world

China Daily

The Global Youth Leaders Initiative was published at the 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit on Nov 21, 2024. The Global Youth Leaders Initiative published at the 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit on Thursday presents a forward-thinking approach to harnessing the power of youth in shaping a better digital world for humanity and future generations. By advocating for the …

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China: A vision of inclusive development

China Daily

This photo taken on Nov 16, 2024 shows a G20 logo near the main venue of the 19th G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The just-concluded G20 Summit marked a critical moment for global governance, and offered China a platform to share its vision of inclusive growth, equitable global governance and pragmatic cooperation. President Xi Jinping's proposals at the …

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Cities are showing what climate leadership looks like

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The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Through C40 Cities – a global …

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Xi calls for building just world of common development, outlines China's actions for global development

China Daily

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech entitled "Building a Just World of Common Development" at Session I of the 19th G20 Summit on Fight Against Hunger and Poverty in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday. RIO DE JANEIRO -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that China is ready to work with all parties to build a just …

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Xi calls for building just world of common development, outlines China's actions for global development

China Daily

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech entitled "Building a Just World of Common Development" at Session I of the 19th G20 Summit on Fight Against Hunger and Poverty in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday. RIO DE JANEIRO -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that China is ready to work with all parties to build a just …

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G20 Summit can provide momentum for sustainable development and a just world: China Daily editorial

China Daily

A woman walks past a G20 logo near the main venue of the 19th G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Nov 16, 2024. With the international community increasingly at risk of being torn apart by the centrifugal force generated by the black hole at its center, Brazil making "Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet" the priorities for …

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Xi calls for building just world of common development, outlines China's actions for global development

China Daily

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech entitled "Building a Just World of Common Development" at Session I of the 19th G20 Summit on Fight Against Hunger and Poverty in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday. RIO DE JANEIRO -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that China is ready to work with all parties to build a just …

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Xi calls for building just world of common development, outlines China's actions for global development

China Daily

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech entitled "Building a Just World of Common Development" at Session I of the 19th G20 Summit on Fight Against Hunger and Poverty in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday. RIO DE JANEIRO -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that China is ready to work with all parties to build a just …

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U.N. climate chief expects bolder climate action from G20 leaders

The Hindu

Terming bolder climate action as “self-preservation for every G20 economy,” U.N. climate chief Simon Stiell on Saturday urged the grouping’s leaders headed to Rio de Janeiro to carry out rapid cuts in emissions to prevent climate-driven economic carnage. He said boosting global climate finance is about ensuring all countries can share in the vast benefits of bolder climate action: stronger …

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The first week of the U.N.'s annual climate conference comes to a close

NPR

The first week of the U.N.'s annual climate conference comes to a close We look at what happened during the first week of the United Nation's annual climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan. BRADY: The Paris goal is to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius - that's 2.7 Fahrenheit - over preindustrial temperatures, and scientists tell us that's what's needed to …

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International Day for Tolerance 2024: Date, history, significance, call to action

India Today

The International Day for Tolerance, observed annually on November 16, is a day designated by the United Nations to promote understanding, respect, and appreciation for diversity amongst cultures and people. History of International Day for Tolerance The International Day for Tolerance was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1995 to mark the 50th anniversary of UNESCO. Strengthening Global …

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Global solidarity badly needed in fight against climate change

China Daily

A view shows a sign of the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference with a backdrop of the cityscape in Baku, Azerbaijan, Oct 31, 2024. Speaking at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Tuesday, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said: "We are in the final countdown to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees …

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Wealthy nations urged to lead climate action

China Daily

Emphasizing the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities as the foundation of global climate governance, Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang has called on developed nations to take the lead in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing climate finance support for developing economies. Addressing the World Leaders Climate Action Summit on Tuesday during the ongoing COP29 climate change conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, he …

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Wealthy nations urged to lead climate action

China Daily

Emphasizing the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities as the foundation of global climate governance, Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang has called on developed nations to take the lead in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing climate finance support for developing economies. Addressing the World Leaders Climate Action Summit on Tuesday during the ongoing COP29 climate change conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, he …

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World leaders address climate crisis at COP29 amid growing disasters

Deccan Chronicle

Azerbaijan: The 29th UN climate conference began with world leaders discussing the devastating effects of climate change and calling for urgent global action. Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Edward Davis spoke on behalf of vulnerable island nations facing mounting debt from climate-related catastrophes, such as Hurricanes Dorian and Matthew, despite contributing minimally to global emissions. COP29 marks a critical point in …

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UN chief expects nations to meet climate finance goal

China Daily

Staff display souvenirs on Monday at the China Pavilion of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan. DOMINIKA ZARZYCKA/GETTY IMAGES Warning of a grim global warming situation, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he expects to see developed countries beefing up their support for …

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Climate change a chronic threat to public health

China Daily

That climate change is becoming an increasingly bigger challenge for humankind was evident, more clearly than ever, in 2023 when average global temperatures rose 1.45 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, making it the warmest year since records began in 1850. The 2024 Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change says climate change poses one of the greatest …

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UN chief expects nations to meet climate finance goal

China Daily

Staff display souvenirs on Monday at the China Pavilion of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan. DOMINIKA ZARZYCKA/GETTY IMAGES Warning of a grim global warming situation, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he expects to see developed countries beefing up their support for …

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World leaders urged to fund anticipatory climate actions

China Daily

A night view shows the venue of the United Nations climate change conference, known as COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan, Nov 11, 2024. As global leaders convene for the UN Climate Change Conference, or COP29, in Azerbaijan's capital Baku, an NGO has warned of increasing climate-driven disasters that are disproportionately affecting Africa. In a statement published on Monday, the IRC said …

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Climate change a chronic threat to public health

China Daily

That climate change is becoming an increasingly bigger challenge for humankind was evident, more clearly than ever, in 2023 when average global temperatures rose 1.45 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, making it the warmest year since records began in 1850. The 2024 Report of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change says climate change poses one of the greatest …

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Earth’s biggest polluters aren’t sending leaders to UN climate talks in a year of weather extremes

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Earth’s biggest polluters aren’t sending leaders to UN climate talks in a year of weather extremes

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BAKU, Azerbaijan — World leaders converged Tuesday at the United Nations annual climate conference with plenty of big names and powerful countries noticeably absent. “There’s nothing to be proud about.” The world’s biggest polluters and strongest economies — China and the United States — aren’t sending their No. He said this explains “the absolute mess we’re finding ourselves in.” Leaders …

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UN asks developed world to help developing countries in climate fight

China Daily

Participants walk past the hashtag COP29 logo on the opening day of the UNFCCC COP29 Climate Conference on November 11, 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Warning of a grim global warming situation, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed high expectation to see developed countries beef up their support for developing economies, who disproportionately suffer the consequences of the climate crisis. Climate …

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Earth’s biggest polluters aren’t sending leaders to U.N. climate talks in year of weather extremes

LA Times

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley; United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer; Simon Stiell, United Nations climate chief; Antonio Guterres, United Nations secretary-general; Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan president; and Turkey President Recep Tayyip, front center, pose with others for a group photo at the COP29 U.N. “There’s nothing to be proud about.” The world’s biggest polluters and strongest economies — China and …

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COP29: How return of Donald Trump as US president could impact climate talks in Baku

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COP29: How return of Donald Trump as US president could impact climate talks in Baku

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Donald Trump’s re-election comes as the world is on track to set yet another record hot year, and has been lurching from one disaster to the other – droughts, hurricanes, floods and wildfires. “By stepping back from climate commitments, Trump’s actions threaten to unravel trust in a global system already strained by the indifference and inaction of wealthy nations.” “Baku …

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Five things to look for at the Cop29 climate summit

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Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The United Nations’ Cop29 climate summit kicks off in Azerbaijan’s capital city on Monday. Department …

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COP29 begins today: What is the point of the UN climate conference?

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COP29 begins today: What is the point of the UN climate conference?

India Today

Tens of thousands of people from around the globe will gather next week for COP29, the annual U.N. climate summit, in Azerbaijan's capital of Baku. Country representatives meet year round to build support for new climate action proposals ahead of the COP, where they can be agreed by consensus of all countries. While each summit is meant to advance global …

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China's urban planning sets good example

China Daily

Praising China's efforts in narrowing the divide between affordability and sustainability in urban development, a senior United Nations official has also highlighted that China's experiences in urban planning, renewal and sustainability have the potential to help the rest of the globe deal with the effects of climate change. "I believe if you combine the construction technology with the planning, you …

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China's urban planning sets good example

China Daily

Editor's note: China Daily is publishing a series illustrating the country's efforts to achieve its carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals. Anaclaudia Rossbach Praising China's efforts in narrowing the divide between affordability and sustainability in urban development, a senior United Nations official has also highlighted that China's experiences in urban planning, renewal and sustainability have the potential to help the …

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World Science Day 2024: Celebrating science's role in building better future for all

India Today

World Science Day for Peace and Development, celebrated annually on November 10, highlights the crucial role of science in promoting peace, progress, and the well-being of people worldwide. HOW WORLD SCIENCE DAY IS INSPIRING THE WORLD The day’s aim is not only to inform but also to inspire action, encouraging governments, institutions, and communities to embrace science in addressing the …

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World Public Transport Day 2024: Promoting sustainable mobility for all

India Today

World Public Transport Day, observed annually on November 10, encourages people to embrace public transit options and raise awareness of the significant environmental and social benefits of sustainable transportation. Celebrated globally, this day emphasises the importance of accessible, efficient, and eco-friendly public transport systems for reducing pollution, easing traffic congestion, and enhancing quality of life. In 2024, World Public Transport …

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Experts raise concerns over key world leaders skipping COP29

Hindustan Times

Major world powers including the United States, China, and India have not sought speaking slots for their heads of state at the upcoming UN Climate Conference World Leaders Climate Action Summit, scheduled for November 12-13 in Baku, Azerbaijan, indicating high profile absences that climate experts see as a worrying sign. A senior official involved with the COP Presidencies Troika – …

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Event hosts talks on shared future

China Daily

The 2024 China Economic and Social Forum took center stage in Shanghai on Thursday, drawing over 130 domestic and international participants. In his opening remarks, Wang Dongfeng, chairman of the CESC, underscored the global resonance of China's vision for a shared future, emphasizing its positive reception and significant contributions to a harmonious, prosperous and sustainable world. "China is ready to …

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Event hosts talks on shared future

China Daily

The 2024 China Economic and Social Forum took center stage in Shanghai on Thursday, drawing over 130 domestic and international participants. In his opening remarks, Wang Dongfeng, chairman of the CESC, underscored the global resonance of China's vision for a shared future, emphasizing its positive reception and significant contributions to a harmonious, prosperous and sustainable world. "China is ready to …

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UN Day in Kazakhstan: celebration of cultural heritage

China Daily

Today the United Nations Day was celebrated in Astana with a performance of the Kazakh musical “Jibek” at the Zhastar Theatre, bringing together over 300 attendees from the Government, diplomatic corps, civil society, media, academia, and the private sector. This year’s event emphasized Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage and celebrated the strong partnership between Kazakhstan and the UN in promoting peace, sustainable …

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Localization of New Urban Agenda urged

China Daily

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Anaclaudia Rossbach, the executive director of UN-Habitat, speak during the opening ceremony of the 12th World Urban Forum, in Cairo, Egypt, on Monday. SAYED HASSAN/GETTY IMAGES Leaders and experts have called for localization of the New Urban Agenda, a crucial agreement for sustainable urban development endorsed by the United Nations, in addressing the urban development …

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Global leaders shape low-carbon future at Guangdong summit

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Global leaders shape low-carbon future at Guangdong summit

China Daily

Photovoltaic panels cover the arid land, with wind generation nearby in Northwest China's Ningxia Hui autonomous region, on Oct 28, 2024. The 2024 Asia-Pacific Carbon Summit and the World Low Carbon Cities Forum, which took place in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, Guangdong province, on Wednesday, attracted and gathered the wisdom of global low-carbon development and urban green …

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Global leaders shape low-carbon future at Guangdong summit

China Daily

Photovoltaic panels cover the arid land, with wind generation nearby in Northwest China's Ningxia Hui autonomous region, on Oct 28, 2024. The 2024 Asia-Pacific Carbon Summit and the World Low Carbon Cities Forum, which took place in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, Guangdong province, on Wednesday, attracted and gathered the wisdom of global low-carbon development and urban green …

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UN Chief Highlights Youth's Crucial Role in Shaping Urban Futures and Driving Climate Action

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