Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS) are highly vulnerable to disasters emanating from the impacts of climate change, geopolitical tensions, and fluctuations in global energy markets. To overcome this, the PSIDS have committed to ambitious carbon reduction targets, and to adopting renewable energy and low carbon emission initiatives. However, they must contend with critical barriers, such as the lack of finance, capacity, and technology. This brief assesses how India can assist the PSIDS in these areas, and the benefits it will gain through closer cooperation with these countries.
Dr Ramendra Prasad, Head of Science Department Think Tank Contribution
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