Foreign Minister Emphasizes The Importance Of Strengthening Cooperation In Climate Action

Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi delivered her speech in a video message at the Global Forum for the Climate Movement which was held at Ahmad Dahlan University, Yogyakarta, Friday (17/11/2023). (ANTARA/HO-Kemlu)

JAKARTA - Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi said it was important to increase the cooperation and participation of all stakeholders in order to raise awareness regarding the climate crisis.

When delivering his speech in a video message at the Global Forum for the Climate Movement which was held at Ahmad Dahlan University, Yogyakarta, Retno said the participation of all stakeholders in the climate management agenda was urgently needed, including those currently being carried out by Muhammadiyah.

"It is important for us to jointly build awareness of the climate crisis, strengthen international cooperation, and strengthen ethical and moral guidelines for realizing environmentally friendly behavior," he said, in a press release by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported by ANTARA, Saturday, November 18.

Muhammadiyah together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and supported by the Indonesian Foundation for Net Zero Emission (ViriyaENB) initiated a Global Forum for the Climate Movement with the theme "Promoting Green Culture, Innovation, and Cooperation" at Ahmad Dahlan University, Yogyakarta, 17-18 November.

This forum aims to explore and share Islamic values as a source of inspiration to foster deep appreciation for nature and commitment to sustainable practice in the global community.

The Global Forum for the Climate Movement provides a dynamic platform for various stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue, exchange ideas, and form collaboratively for future climate action.

"The participation of Muhammadiyah in this global forum affirms its commitment to contribute Islamic perspectives, experience sharing, and learning from other parties, as well as encouraging more inclusive and effective climate movements," the press release said.

The General Chairperson of the Muhammadiyah Central Executive, Haedar Nashir, said that climate change is a common problem faced by all mankind and all nations in the world.

"Currently the world is experiencing an ecosystem crisis due to climate change which has a broad impact on all life in the universe," said Haedar.

"Therefore, joint efforts and movements are needed to find strategic and systemic solutions at the global level to ensure the future of human and environmental existence," he continued.

The Global Forum for the Climate Movement, which was held at the momentum of Muhammadiyah's 111th Anniversary, was attended by 260 participants from representatives of 13 friendly countries, such as Australia, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Morocco, the Netherlands, Norway, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Singapore, Britain, the United States, and the Vatican.

In addition, there are also international organizations, such as the United Nations agency for development programs (UNDP), the European Union, Belief-Based Organizations in Indonesia, and related non-governmental organizations.