Support Implementation of the IMO GHG Strategy in developing countries
Climate change is a global crisis that demands immediate efforts from all countries and sectors.
Important steps have been taken by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) when adopting the revised 2023 GHG Strategy for international shipping. The Strategy contains increased levels of ambitions, indicative checkpoints for 2030 and 2040, and a target of climate neutral shipping sector by or around, i.e. close to, 2050.
The Strategy also recognizes the special needs of developing countries, in particular least developed countries (LDCs) and Small Island developing States (SIDS), in regards to capacity building and technical cooperation when implementing the 2023 IMO GHG Strategy.
Global commitments to achieve a just and equitable transition to net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping is essential to succeed. Concrete actions are needed to support technical cooperation, the human element, participation in regulatory processes in IMO, and capacity building, as per appendix 2 of the IMO GHG Strategy. In this regard, the expertise and special role of the IMO is acknowledged.
While development and approval of regulatory global measures is undertaken in the IMO by 2025, early actions to address barriers and capacity development of developing countries is needed in order to not leave countries behind.
The strengthened efforts and collective actions from governments and maritime stakeholders are valued contributions to facilitate the transition and the green growth in and beyond the value chain of shipping. Creating new opportunities in developing countries, including in SIDS and LDC’s, is essential for a global transition of the shipping sector and to contribute to the acceleration of a renewable energy based global economy.
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