Title: Climate issues at the heart of Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi’s concerns during the UN General Assembly
Introduction
During his participation in the UN General Assembly in New York, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Félix Tshisekedi, called on the international community to take concrete measures to limit global warming and guarantee a sustainable development for all. In a world where the climate emergency is increasingly pressing, Tshisekedi’s statements reflect his country’s commitment to fighting climate change and protecting the environment. In this article, we will explore the actions and initiatives taken by the Congolese president in favor of the fight against global warming.
Félix Tshisekedi’s fight against climate change
In his speech to the UN General Assembly, Félix Tshisekedi stressed the importance of keeping the temperature increase below 1.5 degrees Celsius. He warned of the disastrous consequences of climate change, such as droughts, floods and loss of life. The Congolese president also recalled that his country had been affected by these climatic phenomena, particularly with the floods that occurred in Kalehe, in South Kivu, and near the city of Marrakech in Morocco.
To deal with this situation, Félix Tshisekedi engaged the DRC in international initiatives to reconcile common interests in the fight against climate change and sustainable economic development. He particularly praised the role of his Congolese counterpart Denis Sassou N’Guesso in the management of the Congo Basin, a crucial ecosystem for biodiversity. With this in mind, the Congolese president announced the upcoming holding of a summit bringing together world leaders in forests, the Amazon basins, Congo and Southeast Asia, in order to work together to preserve these vital ecosystems.
Conclusion
Félix Tshisekedi has placed the fight against climate change at the heart of his political action. Its participation in the UN General Assembly highlighted the climate issues facing the planet and the importance of global action to preserve the environment and populations. The DRC is thus committed to promoting sustainable and harmonious economic development, while preserving ecosystems and fighting against the harmful consequences of climate change. Félix Tshisekedi’s leadership in this area is a strong signal to the international community, calling for a collective and coordinated response to address the climate emergency.