India’s Climate Leadership Shines: PM Modi Proposes Hosting COP33 in 2028
New Delhi: In a bold move on the global stage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his address at COP28 in Dubai announced that India is actively competing to host the COP33 summit in 2028. Modi stressed India’s unwavering commitment to the UN framework for climate change and underlined the ambitious environment.
During his speech, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s ambitious targets, which aim to reduce emissions intensity by 45% by 2030. Additionally, he pledged to increase the share of non-fossil fuels to 50%, demonstrating India’s dedication towards sustainable energy practices. The long-term commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 underlines India’s proactive stance in tackling climate change.
Addressing the high-level segment at the UN climate conference, Modi presented India as a global example in striking a harmonious balance between development and environment protection. Their proposal to host COP33 in 2028 is a testament to India’s leadership in advancing international climate discussions and fostering cooperation.
The benefits of hosting such conferences go beyond demonstrating national commitment. They provide a platform for countries to share innovations, collaborate on climate solutions, and set collective goals. Additionally, hosting COP events can boost a country’s image, attract investment in green technologies and contribute to global momentum for sustainable practices.
As India is emerging as a major player in the fight against climate change, PM Modi’s proposal to host COP33 reflects the country’s active role in shaping the future of global climate policy.
