Metro Manila, Philippines — The Philippines has been elected host country of the board of a United Nations-backed global fund that will aid vulnerable countries in dealing with the effects of climate change.
The “Loss and Damage” Fund is an outcome of talks within the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
According to the UN Environment Programme, loss and damage refers to the “unavoidable and irreversible impacts” of the climate crisis despite efforts to address the causes of human-induced climate change and its impacts.
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I am proud to announce that the Philippines has been elected to host the Loss and Damage Fund Board, out of seven other contenders. We are also honored to have a seat on the Board itself, ensuring that the Philippines will be a formidable voice in promoting and advancing global…
— Bongbong Marcos (@bongbongmarcos) July 9, 2024
