Government House, May 15 – The Prime Minister delivered an ESCAP statement reiterating that Thailand is ready to enhance cooperation in solving climate change problems at the regional level. create balanced and sustainable growth
General Prayut Chan-ocha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Make a statement via video At the opening ceremony of the 79th Session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), entitled “Accelerating climate action in Asia and the Pacific for sustainable development”, Climate Change in Asia-Pacific for Sustainable Development Which was held between 15 – 19 May 2023, was chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tonga. Since this time is the agenda of chairing the meeting of the Pacific Island Countries.
The Prime Minister said that Thailand recognizes climate change as a common problem for all countries. Many areas in Asia and the Pacific experience frequent climate disasters. As climate change is seen as an obstacle to achieving the SDGs in the region, it is imperative to step up climate cooperation action. Increase the capacity to cope and adapt. help build an ecosystem contributing to balanced, sustainable and inclusive growth.
“For Thailand, the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy is a guideline for national development. which is consistent with climate action and has improved the goals under the participation set by the country and form a long-term strategy To achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065, and support the expansion of regional climate change cooperation. In this regard, the Prime Minister presented 3 key issues that will help support climate action in the region as follows: 1. Cooperation under ESCAP should be synergistic and build upon cooperation under other regional and sub-regional frameworks such as Bangkok. Goals on BCG, which aims to create balanced and environmentally friendly growth. Accelerate the SDG drive along with climate action,” the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister said 2. Utilization of science, technology and innovation in climate action. Thailand has a survey satellite to track data on greenhouse gas emissions in the forest sector. Including monitoring dry weather conditions and hot spots that are risk factors for pollution and transboundary haze. Thailand is ready to increase cooperation through mechanisms at all levels. 3. Health risk management and public health preparedness will help mitigate the impact of climate change adaptation, which ESCAP has the expertise to help strengthen. to the region through member capacity building
“This year's ESCAP aims to promote regional climate cooperation. Delivering the outcomes of discussions to build on at the Sustainable Development Summit. and climate summit at the 78th UNGA meeting in September this year. to reflect development guidelines and operate in a concrete way In addition, Thailand has proposed that Phuket Province be the host of the 2028 Special Expo under the theme “Life of the Future: Sharing Prosperity. Living together as one” presents an example of sustainable development in Phuket. Aiming to solve inequalities in society, public health and the environment, ”said the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister appreciated and supported ESCAP's work in strengthening the cooperation of all sectors in the region. The Prime Minister is confident that the 79th ESCAP meeting will be successful. and sincerely hope that All attendees will be impressed by the warm hospitality of Thai people throughout their visit to Thailand.-
Source: Thai News Agency