Climate Change: The Forgotten Crisis Amid Ongoing Conflicts and Droughts

The ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine are diverting attention away from the pressing issue of climate change, which is putting millions of people at risk. Despite the overshadowing of the climate crisis by wars and conflicts, the threat it poses to the planet remains urgent.

A state of emergency has been declared in Zimbabwe due to an extreme drought, highlighting the severity of this issue. The question arises as to whether the global community is giving enough attention to this crucial matter.

The discussion on these matters is led by presenter Mohammed Jamjoom, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the topic. Guests on the show include John Sweeney, a Professor emeritus at Maynooth University, Maurice Onyango, the Regional head of disaster risk management at Plan International, and Carlo Buontempo, the Director of the Copernicus Climate Change Service. Together, they bring expertise and perspective to the topic at hand.