Champa Patel, Executive Director of Government and Policy at Climate Group, said:
"This is an historic affirmation that states have legal obligations to act decisively on climate change. This strengthens the mandate for national governments to accelerate their climate action in line with international law. Legal certainty can not only strengthen domestic policy, but it can also unlock global cooperation.
National governments are not alone in this endeavour. To achieve high ambition and accelerate the transition, governments should work with businesses, cities, states and regions. Their leadership and collaboration can help translate legal obligations into real-world impact, supporting national governments to meet their responsibilities and protect the rights of current and future generations."
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