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Zielinski

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first: 2011-07-20
most recent: 2011-07-20
sittings or episodes: 1
sources: un-security-council

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“It is of the utmost importance that we continue and intensify our assistance to developing countries in their efforts to address climate change. Finally, let me also underline the key role of international climate change negotiations. An ambitious post-2012 global climate agreement will play a crucial role in addressing climate security. In this regard, Poland actively supports the work carried out in the context of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The complexity of today's topic and the institutional aspects of how to address the various effects of climate change should not deter us from discussing this important challenge in the future.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Moreover, prevention, mitigation and response capacity-building should be coupled with promoting the development of regional security scenarios for different levels of climate change and their implications. We also need a global framework of risk management to address the challenges of climate change. Last but not least, Poland understands the concerns of the most vulnerable countries, particularly small island developing States. Climate change is one of the major challenges that these States face. It threatens their very existence, posing additional development challenges with significant security implications. In that context, we would like to reaffirm our commitment to the implementation of the Mauritius Strategy, with a view to addressing effectively the specific vulnerabilities and development needs of small island developing States.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Moreover, energy supply chains should be set up based on a competitive market and adequate infrastructure. Furthermore, reducing emissions by improving energy efficiency is indispensable to achieving mitigation measures. Urgent international action at the global level is needed to deal with the security challenges of climate change. Addressing its security implications requires new foreign policy thinking outside the environmental box. It is necessary to improve countries' capacity for early warning, analysis and response to climate- induced security implications. We are aware that these actions entail significant costs. Nonetheless, the cost of action on climate change is far outweighed by the consequences of inaction. Sound environmental policies should become an essential part of conflict prevention on a global scale.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In addition, where water supplies cross borders, it is crucial to negotiate water- sharing agreements. Water is also central to almost all economic activities. Therefore, deficiencies in water resources will become one of the most visible impacts of climate change on human society. Let me now turn to the energy issue. Competition over access to, and control over, energy resources is one of the most significant potential sources of conflict. Since much of the world's strategic energy reserves are in regions that are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, instability is likely to increase. However, the main threat to energy security comes from import reliance and the lack of necessary infrastructure. In that context, the crucial role of indigenous resources is of the utmost importance.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The impacts of climate change might weaken fragile Governments and generate new conflict. Fortunately, there is increasing awareness among the international community of the urgent need to take action and place climate change within a broader global policy context. The impact of climate change on global security is a cross-cutting issue and requires comprehensive policy responses. In that context, we find it vital to focus our deliberations on water and energy issues. Water should be at the centre of climate adaptation efforts. Water shortage has the potential to cause civil unrest leading to significant economic loss and thus to generate conflict around the world. Investments and changes to water-management policies should thus be prioritized.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Let me begin by thanking you, Mr. President, and the delegation of Germany for taking the important initiative to organize this timely debate. I also thank you for the comprehensive concept note that you have prepared (S/2011/408). My delegation also welcomes the presidential statement that you delivered earlier (S/PRST/201 1/15). Poland fully aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union on behalf of its 27 member States; however, let me just add a few remarks. We are already experiencing effects from climate change. Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense than ever before. While climate change alone does not cause conflict, it is an existential threat that can fuel conflict over food and scarce natural resources, especially where access to those resources is politicized.”
2011-07-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6587Resumption1 (2011) · source