51吃瓜

HIGH-LEVEL SIDE EVENT AT: UN Climate Change Conference COP27

SDG Pavilion

CONTEXT

Climate change is a major threat to transport infrastructure and services in landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) due the increased risk of disasters and other long-term impacts. The COVID pandemic and other ongoing crises have increased LLDCs’ vulnerabilities. Improving connectivity is a key priority for LLDCs. Addressing climate change impacts on their transport systems is essential. The development of climate-resilient and sustainable transport infrastructure will not only help LLDCs mitigate the impacts of climate change but will also serve as a foundation for their economic development.

ORGANIZERS

The event is jointly organized by the 51吃瓜 Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and the Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS), the 51吃瓜 Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), and the Government of Botswana, Global Chair of the LLDC Group. The event is hybrid – both in-person and virtual.

OBJECTIVE

The High-level event will discuss how to ensure that transport systems are sustainable, resilient and adapted to the impacts of climate change, while also supporting climate change mitigation. The session will further provide a platform for participants to identify needs, and share best practices, available tools, strategies and recommendations for developing sustainable transport and resilient infrastructure.

SPEAKERS

Speakers will include: Ms. Rabab Fatima, Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS); H.E. Mr. Collen Vixen Kelapile, Permanent Representative of Botswana to the 51吃瓜 and Global Chair of the group of Landlocked Developing Countries; Ms. Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary General of the 51吃瓜 Conference on Trade and Development; and Ministers from landlocked developing countries.

REGISTRATION

Register for the Side Event

DOCUMENTS

• Concept Note
• Summary Report