Seychelles: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the need for global climate justice, stating that countries which have contributed the least to global warming should not be forced to bear its most severe consequences.
Addressing the National Assembly of Seychelles during his three-day state visit, the Prime Minister stressed that climate action must be guided by fairness, equity and shared responsibility. He specifically pointed to the challenges faced by vulnerable island nations that are increasingly exposed to rising sea levels, extreme weather events and environmental degradation.
“Those who have contributed the least to climate change should not bear the greatest burden of its consequences,” Modi said, underlining the imbalance in global climate responsibility.
He added that countries in the Global South, particularly Small Island Developing States, continue to face disproportionate risks despite having minimal contribution to global emissions. According to him, these nations require greater access to climate finance, technology and international support to achieve sustainable development while addressing environmental threats.
The Prime Minister also reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Seychelles in areas such as renewable energy, environmental protection, climate resilience, marine science and coastal management. He called for deeper collaboration among developing nations to build stronger, more resilient economies in the face of climate challenges.
Earlier in the day, Modi was conferred Seychelles’ highest honour, the “Guardian of the Blue Horizon,” in recognition of leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development. He dedicated the award to all nations working towards protecting the planet and promoting a shared global future.
The visit also saw India and Seychelles signing 19 agreements spanning defence, digital payments, healthcare, blue economy initiatives, maritime security and space cooperation, marking a significant expansion of bilateral ties in the Indian Ocean region.
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