Current Decade is Most Important for Climate Fight, Says Indonesian Expert
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Dino Patti Djalal, founder of the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI), identifies the current decade as critical for the global climate change struggle.
- He expresses concern that the world may be "too late" in addressing the climate crisis.
- Further insights are available in a special interview on Republika Official's YouTube channel.
Dino Patti Djalal, the founder and chairman of the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI), has declared the current decade as the most crucial period for the global fight against climate change.
Speaking on the urgency of the situation, Djalal conveyed a sense of apprehension, stating, "If we are late, then the opportunity is late. Unfortunately, it seems we are late."
His remarks highlight the critical window of opportunity that exists to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The implications of inaction or delayed action are significant, potentially leading to irreversible consequences.
More detailed discussions on climate change, its broad impact across various sectors, and Djalal's perspectives can be found in a special interview titled "Dino Patti Djalal Blak-blakan Soal Perubahan Iklim: Bisa Senggol Banyak Sektor" available on the Republika Official YouTube channel.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.