The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) brought nations together to address the pressing challenges of climate change. Among the participating countries, Indonesia, as a prominent member of the international community, showcased a strong commitment to advancing sustainable initiatives.
Indonesia, a nation vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, will emphasize the importance of positive preparation in facing climate change at COP28. Indonesia President, Joko Widodo, has three main agendas on COP28, which are the World Climate Action Summit (WCAS); the Session on Transforming Food Systems in the Face of Climate Change; and the G77 and China Leaders Summit on Climate Change [2].
Photo by Kementerian Pendayagunaan Aparatur Negara dan Reformasi Birokrasi [3]
Furthermore, Mrs. Siti Nurbaya, the Minister of Environment and Forestry, explained Mr. Joko Widodo will be giving Indonesia’s National Statement on WCAS, which includes:
- Indonesia’s Position on Global Stocktake
Global stocktake is a process for countries and stakeholders to see where they’re collectively making progress towards meeting the goals of the Paris Climate Change Agreement – and where they’re not. While Indonesia has been progressively having an ambitious target to meet the NDC, it will reveal where Indonesia stands on global stocktake on COP28.
- Inclusivity For All
Aligning with COP28’s main topic discussion, Indonesia will discuss the importance of inclusivity to achieve collective targets and implement climate change mitigation and adaptation actions that require the involvement of all parties from various elements of society.
- Balancing the Climate Financing
Mrs. Siti Nurbaya continues that we also will discuss “the importance of balancing mitigation action and funding with adaptation action and funding”. While Indonesia just launched its Carbon Trading Market last September, the government has been encouraging investors from all around the world to take an interest and support Indonesia’s climate action initiatives.
- Balancing the Target and Fulfillment
While it is important to get financial support, Mrs. Siti Nurbaya explained it is also important to balance the increasing ambition with fulfilling promises of funding support. Currently, Indonesia’s NDC target for reducing the GHG in Indonesia is 29% unconditional (with its own efforts) and 41% conditional (with adequate international support) by 2030.
- “Spirit Leading by Example Indonesia”
Lastly, Mrs. Siti Nurbaya adds, that Mr. Joko Widodo will discuss the “Spirit Leading by Example” in his speech.
Photo by COP28 UAE [4]
Indonesia’s participation in COP28 underscores its dedication to combating climate change and building a sustainable future. By addressing Indonesia’s position on Global Stocktake, climate mitigation, adaptation, Inclusivity, international collaboration, and socioeconomic factors, Indonesia contributes significantly to the global effort to tackle the climate crisis.
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[1] https://edition.cnn.com/2023/07/18/middleeast/cop-28-dubai-greenwashing-climate/index.html
[4] https://africanarguments.org/2023/11/global-stocktake-qa-whats-at-stake-for-africa-at-cop28/
