Australian High Commissioner, Berenice Owen-Jones
The Australian High Commission in Ghana has called for stronger Ghana-Australia cooperation in climate diplomacy, as Australia seeks to co-host COP31 in 2026.
At a climate symposium held in Accra, High Commissioner, Berenice Owen-Jones, said Africa’s voice must be at the center of global climate negotiations, and Ghana’s role in advocating for sustainable solutions is critical.
“Australia is seeking to host COP31 as a Pacific-led event, and we believe that Africa must be strongly represented. We need Ghana and Africa’s leadership in global climate talks to secure better financing, partnerships, and technology transfers,” Owen-Jones stated.
The symposium focused on how Australia’s $60 billion climate strategy aligns with Ghana’s development goals, including, expanding access to renewable energy for underserved communities.
It also looks at supporting Ghana’s sustainable mining initiatives, boosting research collaborations between Australian and Ghanaian universities.
Experts at the event noted that COP31 could be a turning point for Africa’s climate finance agenda, and Australia is committed to advocating for fairer climate funding for developing nations.
By working together, Australia and Ghana can lead the way in ensuring that the global climate agenda prioritises Africa’s needs and sustainable economic growth.
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