Philippines hosts 4th FRLD board meeting on climate resilience

Manila, Dec 2 (Prensa Latina) The Philippines is hosting the 4th meeting of the Board of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD), starting on Monday and marking a milestone in the country's commitment to climate resilience.

December 2, 2024
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga made the remarks after welcoming the delegates at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.

It is a moment of pride for the Philippines to host this 4th meeting of the Board, and the first in our country since we were selected to host the Board.

The meeting is particularly significant as it comes at an important stage in the Fund’s establishment and implementation, Loyzaga noted in her opening remarks.

The secretary highlighted that the meeting underscored the Philippines’ commitment to supporting global climate resilience and addressing the urgent needs of climate-vulnerable nations while strengthening its leadership in the global fight against climate change.

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