Island states adopt 10-year plan

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UNITED NATIONS — Small island developing states (SIDS), which are among the first victims of climate change, on Thursday adopted a 10-year plan seeking international support in fending off severe and even existential threats.

UNITED NATIONS — Small island developing states , which are among the first victims of climate change, on Thursday adopted a 10-year plan seeking international support in fending off severe and even existential threats.'It is the beginning of a 10-year sprint. And I hope that there'll be no brakes that will be put on the SIDS,' UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said, highlighting the 'global injustice' they face.

For the states to achieve 'sustainable development and resilient prosperity,' they must 'diversify their economies and strengthen State and productive capacities,' the document adopted Thursday said.They are investing in advanced technology and the digital economy, developing renewable energy, and boosting trade.

 

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