PAKISTAN PROTEST

Climate rights activists protest against effects of fossil fuel in Karachi

epa11184379 Activists and supporters of the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum hold placards during a protest against the effects of fossil fuels on the climate in Karachi, Pakistan, 27 February 2024. Fishermen, climate activists, and human rights advocates gathered in Karachi for the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum's rally demanding insurance companies like Samsung and Tokio Marine to stop insuring coal mines and power plants. The forum emphasized the urgent need for wealthy nations to fulfill climate finance obligations to enable developing countries to transition to renewable energy sources swiftly. Participants highlighted the detrimental effects of fossil fuels on the climate, with concerns raised about the failure to meet the Paris Agreement goals. Leaders called for the closure of existing fossil fuel projects to limit global temperature rise, stressing the importance of protecting workers and vulnerable communities. EPA/SHAHZAIB AKBER

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