Duterte urges ASEAN to demand climate justice from wealthy nations

President Rodrigo Duterte urged Southeast Asian nations to demand climate justice from wealthy countries responsible for climate change amidst a devastating typhoon season in the Philippines.

Duterte highlighted the impact of Typhoon Ulysses, which caused widespread flooding and power outages, noting it was the third major storm to hit the Philippines in three weeks.

He called for developed nations to take immediate and significant action on reducing carbon emissions, stating that it is already too late for some impacts.

The President also stressed that rich countries must fulfill their financial commitments to support adaptation solutions in developing nations, enabling their progress and sustainable development.