"We want the court to confirm that the conduct that has wrecked the climate is unlawful," Margaretha Wewerinke-Singh, who is leading the legal team for the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu, told the Associated Press. "This case is crucial to establish international accountability and obligations towards combating climate change on behalf of the vulnerable nations that face its existential threats. The outcome could set a precedent that paves the way for future legal action against nations that fail to meet their responsibilities."
"We live on the frontlines of climate change impact. We are witnesses to the destruction of our lands, our livelihoods, our culture, and our human rights," Vanuatu's climate change envoy Ralph Regenvanu stated. He emphasized the dire consequences faced by small island nations and highlighted their urgent need for international legal recognition of the threats posed by climate change, urging global leaders to take immediate action.
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