Barbados’ Prime Minister Advocates for Climate Action Amid Rising Sea Levels

In a bid to address the pressing challenges posed by climate change, Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Mottley has emerged as a vocal advocate for climate pragmatism, urging the global community to take decisive action to combat the existential threats faced by island nations. With rising sea levels threatening the very existence of Barbados, Mottley's passionate appeals highlight the urgency and necessity for robust climate policies and support from wealthier nations.

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Calls for a Tax on Business-Class Flights: Mottley Proposes Innovative Climate Levy at COP29

At the climate conference COP29, Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Mottley presented a groundbreaking proposal aimed at addressing the urgent need for climate finance. Her initiative targets the aviation sector, suggesting an additional levy on business-class flights, as well as taxing financial transactions, to support countries vulnerable to climate change impacts.

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