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Morocco Takes the Lead in Climate Action Across Africa and the Middle East
At the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) this week, Morocco has positioned itself at the forefront of climate action and leadership in the Middle East and Africa region. Speaking at a side event organized by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection, Razan Al-Mubarak, President of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), commended Morocco as “one of the leaders in environmental protection and the fight against climate change” in Africa and the MENA region.
Al-Mubarak highlighted Morocco’s “inspiring vision” and inclusive approach that engages civil society and businesses in the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy while respecting environmental commitments. She pointed to Morocco’s pioneering role as a high-level “Champion” at the landmark COP22 conference held in Marrakech in 2016.
At a well-attended meeting of the Moroccan Pavilion held in partnership with the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), participants discussed successes and opportunities in Africa’s climate action assessment. Al-Mubarak again stressed the importance of multi-stakeholder participation for an effective transition in priority sectors like energy and food systems.
Noting that Morocco is one of the few countries on track to meet the critical 1.5 degrees Celsius global warming limit under its 2016 climate action plan, Al-Mubarak called for regional recognition of these trailblazing efforts. “The Moroccan government's concrete adoption of the climate action agenda is setting an example for other African and Middle Eastern nations to follow,” she said.
While the threat of climate change remains clear and present, Al-Mubarak expressed confidence that “the world is taking measures to curb the factors responsible for this phenomenon.” With countries like Morocco leading the charge, a low-carbon future may still be within reach.