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As global leaders gather at COP28 in Dubai, Singapore's Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Grace Fu, highlights the urgent need for climate cooperation between the Chinese mainland and Singapore. From rising sea levels threatening Singapore's economy to green tech breakthroughs, here's what you need to know.
Rising Seas vs. Green Solutions: A Balancing Act
"If Singapore is inundated for a week, our economy grinds to a halt," Fu told CGTN, emphasizing coastal protection as a top priority. But she stressed that mitigation – reducing emissions – is just as critical. "Why spend billions adapting if we can stop the crisis at its source?"
China's Green Tech Powerhouse
Fu praised China's leadership in solar panels, EVs, and its ambitious "Dual Carbon" goals (peaking emissions by 2030, net-zero by 2060). "China's renewable energy deployment is unmatched globally," she said, calling its policies a 'model' for climate action. Singapore aims to collaborate on green finance, tech, and cross-border projects to bridge the "funding gap" in Southeast Asia.
Young Voices, Global Challenges
With Asia's youth-driven economies hungry for growth, Fu warned of a "significant gap" between current energy systems and climate goals. She highlighted the Global Development Initiative (GDI), where China's expertise in green transition and digital innovation could accelerate progress.
While Fu remains cautiously optimistic, she urged faster action: "Decarbonizing after centuries of fossil fuels? It's the ultimate systems overhaul – and we need all hands on deck."
