Title: International Symposium on Climate Change in the Congo Basin: An Urgent Call to Action
Introduction :
The Congo Basin, the planet’s veritable green lung, is facing the harmful effects of climate change. In this context, an international symposium under the theme “Congo Basin and climate change” was opened in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Deputy Prime Minister of Defence, Jean-Pierre Bemba, has issued an urgent call for action to deal with these climate changes.
Workable solutions for the Congo Basin:
Deputy Prime Minister Bemba stressed the importance of reflecting and proposing feasible solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change in the Congo Basin. He recalled that the current climate changes are beyond our genius and require rapid and collective intervention.
The devastating effects of climate change:
The Deputy Prime Minister also spoke about the unpredictable effects of climate change, such as heat waves, cyclones, typhoons and tornadoes. These extreme phenomena have disastrous consequences on populations and the environment. It is therefore essential to take concrete measures to mitigate these impacts.
The saving role of the Congo Basin:
Jean-Pierre Bemba underlined the importance of the Congo Basin in the fight against climate change. He called for further exploiting the potential of this region as a safeguard mechanism, both for the benefit of the countries concerned and for the benefit of the planet.
The need to act quickly and collectively:
Echoing the message of President Félix Tshisekedi during COP 26 in Glasgow, the Deputy Prime Minister insisted on the urgency of acting quickly and collectively to fight against global warming. Every second counts, and it is essential to work together to prevent irreversible damage.
Conclusion :
The international symposium on climate change in the Congo Basin is an opportunity to reflect on concrete solutions to combat the devastating effects of climate change. The urgent appeal by the Deputy Prime Minister of Defence, Jean-Pierre Bemba, highlights the need for collective and rapid action in order to preserve this region from irreversible deterioration