UN Chief Urges Global Action on Climate 'Necessities'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stressed the vital need for early warning systems and protections against climate impacts, highlighting their importance as necessities rather than luxuries. He called for increased political and financial support to expand these systems, especially for vulnerable regions facing severe climate disruptions.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has made a compelling call for rapid advances in climate protection systems, stressing the urgency of safeguarding vulnerable populations from escalating climate impacts like extreme heat and natural disasters. Addressing a high-level event on early warning systems, Guterres emphasized the crucial role these systems play amid growing climate challenges.

India, facing one of the harshest summers, has prioritized early warning technologies to mitigate natural disasters. The government's implementation of advanced warning systems through the India Meteorological Department and the National Disaster Management Authority signifies a critical step in addressing climate-induced disasters.

Guterres highlighted the UN's Early Warnings for All Initiative, aiming for comprehensive global coverage by 2027. However, he warned that nearly half of the world remains without adequate protection. He urged both public and private sectors to enhance financial investments and called for collaborative efforts to ensure universal access to these life-saving systems.

(With inputs from agencies.)