The ongoing wars in Gaza and Ukraine are overshadowing the urgent need to address the global climate crisis. This is causing concerns that the focus on these conflicts could potentially divert attention and resources away from efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
At the same time, a state of emergency has been declared in Zimbabwe due to an extreme drought that is threatening the lives of millions of people. This dire situation highlights the immediate and devastating effects of climate change on vulnerable populations around the world.
While conflicts and humanitarian crises dominate the news cycle, the fight against climate change continues with less visibility. The question arises whether the world is giving enough importance to the existential threat that climate change poses to the entire planet.
During a discussion, Mohammed Jamjoom hosted guests including John Sweeney, a Professor emeritus specializing in climate science, Maurice Onyango, a disaster risk management expert, and Carlo Buontempo, the Director of the Copernicus Climate Change Service. Together, they explored the intersection of conflicts, natural disasters, and climate change, urging for greater global attention and action to address these interconnected challenges.
