As the Second Committee Continues Its General Debate, Developed Countries Must Deliver on Climate Change, Finance Commitments, and Delegates Stress

 As the Second Committee (Economic and Financial) continued its general discussion today, speakers reminded the Second Committee (Economic and Financial) that developed nations must fulfill their climate change commitments as the Twenty-Seventh Conference of the Parties near.

As the Second Committee Continues Its General Debate

El Salvador's representative emphasized the necessity of intensifying efforts to implement the Paris Agreement on climate change at the Twenty-Seventh Conference of the Parties by the principle of shared but distinct responsibilities. She also emphasized the need for developed nations to fulfill their financial commitment to provide $100 billion annually to developing nations and to establish a mechanism for funding damages and losses.

Bangladesh's representative reiterated his call to translate shared commitment into tangible actions and deliverables, echoing these demands. We must break the cycle of developed nations making commitments and then breaking those commitments later,” he emphasized. He demanded an ambitious plan to guarantee a long-lasting and adaptable energy transition, including climate finance and technology transfer.

The delegate from Tunisia said that the upcoming Conference of the Parties would be an "implementation conference where we move from promises to implementations." He also said that the continent's needs must be met by funding adaptation and improving their ability to use digital technology. She added that, even though Africa remains susceptible to the effects of climate change, particularly regarding water, soil, and the rising sea level, the continent received only 3% of the green finance that was available in 2021.

In addition, the Fijian representative emphasized that climate finance's size, even at $100 billion, is "woefully inadequate."“It will have catastrophic impacts for small island developing States of the Pacific — not in some distant future, but now and today,” she added, pointing out that the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global temperature rise to no more than 1.5°C is on the verge of being violated.

In a similar vein, the representative from India emphasized the necessity of prioritizing financial responsibility, transparency, and viability when considering various forms of financing, including the financing of infrastructure projects, to avoid imposing additional debt burdens that cannot be sustained on communities that are already at risk. He also suggested that developed nations should commit to “net-minus” rather than “net-zero” to clear the carbon space in 2050 so that developing nations can expand.

The delegate from Kenya emphasized that his country has been forced to prioritize drought and famine relief, protecting education from disruptions, and improving social protection and health care systems due....? He urged the Member States and all relevant stakeholders to "move the talk to action now" in advance of the twenty-seventh Conference of the Parties to ensure that the Paris commitments are carried out.

Similarly, the representative of Côte d'Ivoire emphasized that to close the energy access gap in developing nations, maintaining the 1.5°C targets set by the Paris Agreement would necessitate the promotion ...? In this regard, he shared that his nation wants to cut its emissions of greenhouse gases by 28% and increase its use of renewable energy to 42% by 2030.

The representative of the United Kingdom shared that, in response to such demands from developing nations, his nation has collaborated with governments and the private sector to mobilize up to £8 billion annually to support economic growth, sustainable infrastructure, and energy transition. He expressed optimism for a new global biodiversity framework that aims to protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030 and emphasized that his nation would "resist any attempt "to reverse" previous agreements, such as the Paris Agreement.

The representative of the Republic of Korea mentioned that her government collaborated with Indonesia on the Karian Water Facility to provide clean water to 2 million people and collaborated with Mongolia and Vietnam to cut greenhouse gas emissions from waste landfills. She added that Seoul's nationally determined contribution has the highest annual rate of greenhouse gas reduction among major economies, at 4.17 percent, and that major infrastructure projects and the national budget process both require climate impact assessments.

The American delegate elaborated on her point by reiterating her support for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and stressing that human rights cannot be sacrificed for economic growth and environmental well-being. She went on to say that her nation is the largest recipient of official development assistance (ODA), contributing $42 billion in 2021 to keep development moving forward even as the pandemic is raging.

Lesotho's representative praised the United States' recent efforts to address the climate crisis by passing landmark legislation on clean energy and climate investments as one of the world's largest carbon emitters. In the meantime, he urged members of the Group of Twenty to reduce emissions on their own, noting that there has been little or no improvement in global climate conditions.

On the national level, the representative of Kyrgyzstan emphasized how climate change has harmed her nation's unique mountain nature, particularly its mountain glaciers and biodiversity. In this regard, she suggested declaring the next five years as years of action for mountain region development. This would foster broad international cooperation and encourage each nation to contribute its own ideas.

As the Himalayan glaciers are melting at an alarming rate as a result of climate change, the Bhutanese representative emphasized that new and additional climate finance, including for loss and damage, must be urgently mobilized and that financing for adaptation and mitigation must be balanced. He emphasized that the international community must commit to the adoption of a bold, ambitious, and transformational post-2020 framework on global biodiversity, noting that the Sustainable Development Goals will fail if the environmental dimension and targets related to biodiversity are not prioritized.

Thailand, Israel, Mexico, Sudan, Armenia, Uruguay, Indonesia, Syria, Portugal, Peru, Japan, Norway, Myanmar, Viet Nam, Chile, Saudi Arabia, Zambia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Argentina, the United Republic of Tanzania, Panama, Ukraine, Yemen, Senegal, the Lao People's Democratic Republic, Oman, Botswana, Albania, Georgia, San Marino, Iceland, Algeria, Iran, Malaysia, the Federated States of Micronesia, Uzbekistan, An

In the exercise of their right to respond, the representatives of Japan, Armenia, and Azerbaijan also spoke.

The Committee will meet once more on Thursday, October 6 at 10 a.m. to discuss the findings of the International Conference on Financing for Development and macroeconomic policy issues. On Friday, October 7, the general debate will resume at 10 a.m.

El Salvador's EGRISELDA ARACELY GONZALEZ LPEZ made statements expressing her support for China, the "Group of 77" developing nations, and the "Like-Minded Group of Countries Supporting Middle-Income Countries." She also emphasized that the global financial infrastructure needs to be updated and improved to meet the needs of developing nations, particularly regarding their access to resources and financing for development. She added, "Solidarity and international cooperation must transcend rhetoric."In this regard, she reiterated the significance of establishing a financial system that takes into account the diverse and distinct requirements of developing nations. She emphasized that the current situation forces the international community to reflect on the realities and vulnerabilities of developing countries and to respond to problems with and between those States, and that access to concessional resources and financing for development on favorable terms is still limited to the economic aspects and references to per capita income. She emphasized that while triangular and South-South cooperation is important for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, it cannot take the place of other commitments to development. She said that she was in favor of planning and putting together joint development initiatives within the United Nations, like reviving the resident coordinator system so that it can respond more effectively to national needs and priorities. She emphasized the necessity of intensifying efforts during the Conference of the Parties to implement the Paris Agreement on climate change by the principle of shared but distinct responsibilities. Additionally, she emphasized the need for developed nations to fulfill their financial commitment to provide $100 billion annually to developing nations and to establish a mechanism for financing losses and damages.

SURIYA CHINDAWONGSE (Thailand), who is a member of the Group of 77 and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), stated that, even though there is light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, "we are still in the tunnel." This is especially true because vaccines have not reached every person and the pandemic has had long-term effects on socioeconomic conditions. The international community is at a tipping point in the race to reverse gains in development that have been lost over the past few decades and save the world from hunger, malnutrition, and hardship.

Associating herself with the European Union, Portugal's ANA PAULA BAPTISTA GRADE ZACARIAS stated that the 2030 Agenda remains the road map for recovery, with human development returning to 2016 levels. We must ensure that everyone can take advantage of the digital and green transition, leaving no one behind, as we work to overcome the pandemic's effects and mitigate the war. She emphasized the need to establish new development partnerships and said that multilateral action is needed right away to address the growing problem of food and energy insecurity. When it comes to biodiversity and climate change, she stated that high goals must be maintained, including negotiating a legally binding agreement on plastic pollution.

DIEGO BELEVN (Peru) emphasized that the Committee must also modernize its methods because the pandemic necessitated a shift in working practices. He went on to say that the Committee needs to "reduce extensions" and make resolutions more consistent to guarantee that they have an actual impact. He emphasized that the crisis in Ukraine resulted in an agricultural food crisis and pointed out that farmers are particularly vulnerable in low- and middle-income nations. He emphasized, "It is ironic that hundreds of millions of people who produce food live in poverty and hunger."He emphasized the significance of strengthening cities' resilience and adaptation capabilities against natural hazards and other effects of climate change, pointing out that cities pose a challenge to sustainable development due to income gaps, worsening pollution, and environmental degradation. He emphasized the significance of providing connectivity and access to networks, including to the populations located in the most remote areas, highlighting the necessity of ensuring that future generations can acquire new skills as required by the "new economy."He also said that the Committee needs to take a holistic approach, which would allow it to evaluate the circumstances surrounding poverty, climate change, and biodiversity loss in an objective way and determine how to provide financial assistance.

Associating himself with the Group of 77 and the African Group, George Orina (Kenya) stated that the international community and global financial institutions must improve fiscal space for developing nations, increase social investment, support climate change adaptation and mitigation, and address security requirements. He also emphasized the serious effects of the severe drought in the Horn of Africa. As a result, Kenya has had to prioritize drought and famine relief, protecting education from disruption, and expanding social security and health care. He urged the Member States and all relevant stakeholders to "move the talk to action now" in advance of the twenty-seventh Conference of the Parties to ensure that the Paris commitments are carried out.

Japan's YAMANAKA OSAMU reported that his state has provided approximately $5 billion to support low- and middle-income nations, stressing that the pandemic has revealed vulnerabilities and disparities in the global health system. He shared that his Prime Minister has assumed the role of "Education Champion" to further strengthen efforts in this sector, describing education as an essential enabler for achieving all of the Sustainable Development Goals. He said that the midterm review of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction will be a good time to promote disaster preparedness, focusing on the implementation of the framework.He expressed optimism that there would be in-depth discussions on how to enhance debt transparency as well as how to mobilize private resources to address ongoing and emerging global challenges. He viewed financing for development as essential to achieving sustainable and inclusive growth.He added that his nation is eager to collaborate closely with the United Nations Envoy for Technology in the Global Digital Compact development consultations. He emphasized that strict scrutiny of the program budget implications in all draft resolutions is essential, noting that the Organization's limited resources should be used effectively and efficiently by Member States' priorities.

Noting that the 2030 Agenda "remains our global road map," Norway's MONA JUUL stated that sustainable funding for development is more important than ever. Countries in financial trouble should approach both public and private creditors for debt relief.Corruption, tax evasion, and illicit cross-border financial flows all require additional efforts.She went on to say that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals necessitates developing a sustainable ocean economy.A healthy ocean provides numerous opportunities, and the ocean serves our common good.She went on to say that democratic and sustainable development requires women's and girls' participation in society and their right to choose their own bodies.We won't be able to truly ensure that no one is left behind until then.

Myanmar's KYAW MOE TUN stated that the illegal military coup that took place on February 1, 2021, had a negative impact on his country's ability to move up the list of countries with the lowest levels of development.Twenty months later, Myanmar is experiencing multiple humanitarian crises and economic hardship as a result of the inhumane military's continued daily atrocities.He stated that the country is experiencing a massive exodus of human capital, that there is no respect for the rule of law, that there is no trust in state institutions, that the gross domestic product (GDP) has decreased by 10%, and that food prices have skyrocketed.He urged the international community to support the people of his country "for the sake of peace" and stated that it would be impossible to achieve peace and the 2030 Agenda while Myanmar is ruled by an unloved military junta.

Associating himself with ASEAN and the Group of 77, Vietnam's DANG HOANG GIANG stated that Member States must intensify efforts at the national, regional, and international levels to transform political commitments into concrete actions.Both the macroeconomic framework and its resilience to global shocks need to be improved.The 2030 Agenda must be brought back on track at the global level, with an emphasis on restoring peace and security everywhere.He demanded that all conflicts be resolved through peaceful dialogue in accordance with international law and the United Nations Charter.He urged the international community to address gaps in debt architecture, transportation and energy infrastructure, and information and communications technology (ICT), calling for greater long-term financing.He praised efforts to reposition the United Nations development system and called for the immediate lifting of unilateral embargoes that violate international law.He said that international partnerships must be strengthened, including South-South and triangular cooperation. He also said that his country has submitted its candidacy for the Human Rights Council and actively participates in international efforts to support regional development.

Aligning herself with the Group of 77 and the Like-Minded Group of Countries Supporters of Middle-Income Countries, MONTSERRAT GONZALEZ CARRILLO (Chile) emphasized the significance of updating the measurement of sustainable development and moving toward renewed international cooperation that takes into account the requirements of middle-income countries when allocating resources.She added that the international community must reevaluate its approach to transitional development, which would substitute a "grading process," or gradual approach, that permits combining public and private financing instruments based on a nation's capacity to mobilize domestic and external resources.She emphasized the importance of addressing the "digital gender gap" and reiterating the urgent need to overcome obstacles that developing nations face in gaining access to new technology.She expressed optimism that the upcoming Conference of the Parties would be successful in effectively addressing the effects of climate change and emphasized that the Caribbean countries are particularly affected by the crisis, despite the fact that they are only responsible for a small portion of the global emissions of greenhouse gases.In this regard, she shared that her nation has pledged to electrify 100% of urban public transportation systems by 2035, promote the production and use of green hydrogen and its byproducts, and close all of its coal plants by 2040.

Associating himself with the Group of 77, ABDULAZIZ M. ALWASIL (Saudi Arabia) noted that to achieve peace and food security, geopolitical tensions necessitate synergies.His nation is a proponent of long-term development and has presented an ambitious plan for improving domestic quality of life and fostering socioeconomic growth to empower all segments of society, particularly youth.His government is developing administrative agencies that include institutions that improve the economy and services and is utilizing an integrated system of programs to improve education, housing, empower women and youth, and reach a growth rate of 11.8 percent in the second quarter of 2022.Despite environmental difficulties, Saudi Arabia is adhering to its Paris Agreement commitments.The nation has implemented a circular economy and launched the Green Saudi Arabia and Green Middle East initiatives in recognition of the significance of that global problem.He said that his government has policies that help keep the energy market stable because energy security is important for controlling inflation.The food security crisis necessitates assistance for vulnerable nations, and the world is lagging behind in its efforts to eradicate hunger and poverty.

CHOLA MILAMBO (Zambia), a member of the African Group and the Group of 77,

AMINATA LY DIOP (Senegal), who is a member of the Group of 77, the African Group, and the Group of Least Developed Countries, asked what the international community has done to reform the global economic and financial system and why climate finance is taking so long to materialize. She also asked why climate finance is taking so long to materialize.So that collective efforts to achieve the 2030 Agenda, the Addis Ababa Action Agenda, and the Paris Agreement do not become meaningless, it is urgent to turn commitments into actual actions.He noted that the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) had already warned that the majority of states in sub-Saharan Africa will see their sovereign bonds come due in 2024, calling for appropriate solutions to the debt that is suffocating developing nations.As a result, the international community could avoid a debt crisis by reactivating the Debt Service Suspension Initiative and shifting the burden of repayments.He emphasized that Africa is one of the primary victims of these agencies, noting that the three major credit rating agencies — Standard and Poor's, Moody's, and Fitch Ratings — had excessive influence over lending decisions, sovereign debt terms, and interest rates.In the midst of the pandemic in 2020, 56% of the 32 African countries rated by at least one major rating agency had their ratings lowered, compared to the 31% global average.He emphasized that international solidarity is required during times of crisis.

 should be carried out in an inclusive, open, transparent, predictable, and democratic manner in order to address the growing disparities between nations and within them. He also expressed his belief that stronger multilateralism is required to support sustainable development.In this regard, he applauded the repositioning of the UN development system and expressed optimism that it would be able to effectively respond to the priorities and requirements of Member States, particularly those in unique circumstances.He noted that this trend could affect the performance of the United Nations' development agencies and development programs on the ground and expressed concern over the ongoing decline in contributions to core funding for these organizations.He urged nations that have not already done so to meet their ODA commitment of at least 0.7% of their gross national income.

Oman's FAIZA MASOUD SAIF AL NABHANI emphasized that despite the difficulties posed by ongoing crises, such as the pandemic, her nation views these difficulties as a test of nations' capabilities, an opportunity to improve their capacity, and a means of bridging gaps.She mentioned that the basic economic, social, and environmental aspects of her nation's efforts to implement the 2030 Agenda are incorporated into its 2040 Vision plan.She went on to say that Oman has succeeded so far not only because it has pursued the Sustainable Development Goals but also because it has responded to the challenges and goals of the country.

COLLEN VIXEN KELAPILE (Botswana), who is a member of the Group of 77 and the Group of African States, shared that his government has given its approval for the production of the patent-free COVID-19 vaccine known as "Corbevax" as well as the establishment of a vaccine manufacturing plant with its partners.He noted that for small economies like his, pre-existing challenges have worsened for their economic mainstays like trade, tourism, and the extractive industry, expressing concern about the ability, especially of developing countries, to implement the 2030 Agenda in the current crises.He emphasized the importance of effectively mobilizing domestic and international financial resources, arguing that sustainable, adequate, and predictable financing is required to achieve sustainable development.He emphasized that a strengthened multilateral system and international cooperation supported by the principles of unity and solidarity remain crucial to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals as a landlocked middle-income country that relies heavily on partnerships and multilateralism for survival.He emphasized that South-South cooperation is a complement to North-South cooperation rather than a substitute, reiterating the significance of triangular and South-South cooperation as a growing channel for development cooperation.

Associating himself with the Group of 77 and the African Group, KOUADJO MICHEL KOUAKOU (Côte d'Ivoire) stated that in order to close the energy access gap in developing nations, maintaining the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement will require the promotion of the use of renewable energy sources like solar, hydro, and wind power.Côte d'Ivoire is working to cut its emissions of greenhouse gases by 28% and increase its use of renewable energy to 42% by 2030.He urged developed nations to honor their commitment to allocate 0.7% of their gross national income to ODA, calling for a rethinking of the international architecture.He commended the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for allocating $650 billion in special drawing rights and urged developed nations to transfer at least $250 billion in drawing rights to developing nations that require them.He also reiterated Côte d'Ivoire's total dedication to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and accelerated the completion of major projects.He invited all Member States, bilateral and multilateral partners, as well as stakeholders, to seize the opportunities offered to reaffirm their commitment to multilateralism, noting with concern that the challenges to achieving the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063, bearers of hope for a better future, remain significant.

Aligning himself with the European Union, Albania's ARB KAPISYZI emphasized that the international community urgently needs to get back on track to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals despite the ongoing crises.He emphasized that such cooperation should support national policies in achieving the Goals and recovering from the pandemic, further highlighting the necessity of systemic reforms both within and outside the United Nations system.He shared that a resolution urging civil society, academia, and the private sector to participate in the process of promoting, implementing, and monitoring its efforts toward the 2030 Agenda was recently approved by his Parliament.He shared that his nation has implemented structural reforms to increase its competitiveness, create more jobs, and encourage more domestic and foreign investment, highlighting that economic reforms have been implemented to accelerate the pace of its equitable growth.He emphasized that his government intends to improve the performance of its water sector in order to achieve Goal 6 of the Sustainable Development Goals, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to water management.He emphasized the importance of collaborating with civil society, academia, and the private sector, stating that governments alone cannot accomplish the Goals.

Georgia's SANDRO INASHVILI emphasized that his nation fully supports the Ukrainian people and condemned the Russian Federation's aggression and attempt to illegally annex its sovereign neighbor's territories.He emphasized that his government's support measures and prompt response to the shock created strong economic fundamentals for its post-COVID recovery, despite the country's hard hit by the pandemic, which has exacerbated financing issues and exacerbated global economic distress.He shared that the government has pledged to raise public education funding up to 6% of GDP in order to achieve the ambitious objectives of its plan to transform education.He expressed optimism that the upcoming Conference of the Parties would bring the ambition and action required to respond to climate change before it is too late, noting that the planet is "on the brink of a climate disaster and the window to avert it is closing rapidly."In addition, he emphasized that his government is unable to implement the 2030 Agenda's vision "in the Russia-occupied Abkhazia and Tskhinvali regions of Georgia," leaving behind residents on the other side of the occupation line.

According to DAMIANO BELEFFI of San Marino, food insecurity affects millions of people, primarily in conflict-affected regions.Farmers are forced to flee their homes, and armed conflict has the potential to destroy agricultural assets as well as food stocks, disrupting markets and essential food system supplies.He mentioned that the conflict in Ukraine resulted in additional increases in the price of food during the first half of 2022. As a result, the number of people worldwide who were unable to afford a healthy diet increased from 112 million to 3.1 billion.He emphasized that the pandemic has further increased global hunger and noted the effects of climate change.He asked the Second Committee to draw attention to the upcoming International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on September 29, 2023.The pandemic hampered years of progress in the fight against other diseases, particularly in developing nations. An additional 75-95 million people now live in extreme poverty, millions of children do not attend school, and another 100 million live below the poverty line.

The United States' LISA A. CARTY stated that Russia's violation of the United Nations Charter has threatened the international order, endangered fragile development gains, and thrown the world into chaos.The prospects for peace and the global economy, particularly for developing nations, will be further jeopardized if Moscow continues on this course.She stated that as a result, the United Nations is more significant than ever.She reiterated her support for the 2030 Agenda and stated that human rights cannot be sacrificed for economic expansion and environmental health.A future where everyone, including those from underrepresented groups, can realize their full potential is only possible through inclusive economic growth.She mentioned that the largest recipient of ODA is the United States, which will contribute $42 billion in 2021 to support development progress during the pandemic.ODA alone cannot, however, accomplish development objectives because domestic resource mobilization is also essential, necessitating partnership incentives with the private sector to encourage investments in energy, healthcare, infrastructure, and technology.She confirmed that her government has contributed $5.1 billion and 623 million vaccine doses to 116 nations, further leading the pandemic response.

Brazil's RONALDO COSTA FILHO welcomed the Global Crisis Response Group's work in the negotiation of the Black Sean Grain Initiative and in providing sound policy recommendations, aligning himself with the Group of 77 and noting that global food insecurity had reached alarming levels.He went on to say that his nation, which provides food for 10% of the world's population, is surviving this difficult time without imposing export restrictions and will have a record grain harvest in 2023.He emphasized that 87% of the $540 billion in support for agricultural producers that is primarily funded by developed nations is either price-distorting or harmful to nature and health, citing an estimate from the FAO.He emphasized the necessity of urgently achieving the goal of developed nations to raise $100 billion annually for climate action and ensuring progress toward a new quantified goal for climate finance.He shared that his nation currently had the cleanest energy mix among the Group of 20 (G20) countries, raising alarm over the situation in which countries that once presented themselves as leaders of the low carbon economy are turning to dirty sources of energy.He regretted that, despite being available for decades and being a mature and well-established technology for combating climate change, biofuels had not been more widely adopted primarily due to economic protectionism.

Aligning herself with the Group of 77 and the Like-Minded Group of Countries Supporters of Middle-Income Countries, Costa Rica's MARITZA CHAN VALVERDE emphasized that addressing global inequality is essential to promoting people's inclusion and participation in the future economy.She stated that the risk of gender equality regressing has become even greater, citing an estimate that it would take 132 years to close the global gender gap.She pressed the international community to show responsibility to future generations at the upcoming conferences on biodiversity and climate change, underscoring that transforming the relationship with nature through decarbonization and sustainable production and consumption are crucial to ensuring the health of the planet.Going beyond per capita income as the sole indicator of development is a systemic change that the international community must continue to foster, and she emphasized the importance of a new measurement and assessment method for financing development for better risk management and innovation.In such manner she focused on the need to guarantee admittance to extra assets with concessional and exceptional supporting to ensure that all nations would can make speculations towards the Reasonable Improvement Objectives.

Azerbaijan, represented by BILLUR AHMADOVA, made the statement in support of the Group of 77 and the Group of Landlocked Developing Countries. She said that Azerbaijan was one of the few countries and the first in the region to present three voluntary national reviews at the high-level political forum on sustainable development. That demonstrates the significance her nation places on achieving the common goal of the international community. She emphasized the need to strengthen commitments to the clean energy transition by pointing to Azerbaijan's voluntary commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2050 and establish a Net-Zero Emission Zone in the "liberated territories" at the 26th Conference of the Parties. She emphasized that Yerevan's persistently provocative attitude is a major obstacle to building peace, investing in economic development, and fostering cooperation in the region and that it is regrettable that Armenia used the Committee to "attack one of the United Nations Member States through outrageous accusations and falsehoods."She added that while Armenia stated that it places a high value on unblocking all regional transport communications, her nation does not believe this intention will be realized in terms of the provisions of the trilateral statements of November 2020 and January 2021.

JASSER JIMÉNEZ (Nicaragua) made the observation that global events are preventing developing nations from achieving the Sustainable Development Goals despite their enormous efforts.Since developed nations are most to blame for recent climate phenomena, which are more extreme and intense, they must implement concrete solutions to the problem.To ensure climate justice, he stated, these nations must also fund risk mitigation programs.He emphasized the need for change, which is more evident than ever, and cited the need for concrete results at the subsequent United Nations Climate Change Conference. He also said that the current economic model only makes poverty and inequality worse.Additionally, he emphasized that capacity building is necessary for bridging the digital and technological divide.He emphasized that imperialism's aggressive policies must end and reiterated Nicaragua's commitment to equality and solidarity.

Right of Reply In exercising his right of reply, the representative of Japan pointed out that the statement made by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea mentioned the discharge of water treated with the Advanced Liquid Processing System from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the sea. He also said that his country has had open discussions with experts, including those from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).He added that his nation would take any necessary measures prior to the commencement of the discharge in light of the IAEA and international experts' observations of the review.He emphasized that the use of the term "contaminated water" is not supported by scientific evidence.

In response to the delegate from Azerbaijan, the representative of Armenia rejected the "usual distortions" in their entirety.She reiterated that nearly 200 civilian buildings were destroyed by an unprovoked and unjustified military attack on residential areas and civilian infrastructure in eastern and southern Armenia.The illegal actions of Azerbaijan pose a threat to regional peace and security as well as the international community.She mentioned that Armenia is a landlocked nation that is interested in opening all regional communications and that its eastern and western borders have been blocked for thirty years in violation of the Trilateral Agreements of 2020 and 2021.

In response to Armenia's delegate, the representative of Azerbaijan stated that she did not want to respond to that nation's numerous fabrications.She reiterated the statements made by her delegation on relevant platforms in response to Armenia's traditional accusations.She requested that Armenia adhere strictly to the Committee's theme and refrain from bringing topics from other platforms.