Hereditary Prince Alois calls for swift implementation of Paris Agreement

Alois, Hereditary Prince of Liechtenstein, has called for the swift implementation of the Paris Agreement at the 31st Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya.

Hereditary Prince Alois represented Liechtenstein at the Leaders Summit of the 31st Climate Conference (COP31). During his speech, he called on the international leaders to advance with the implementation of the Paris Climate Agreement while reaffirming Liechtenstein’s commitment to climate protection.

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The Prince praised Turkey’s role as host and Australia’s leadership in the climate negotiations. Looking towards the new year, the Prince emphasised the increasing consequences of climate change, such as extreme weather events worldwide. He added that the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) report “Limiting Overshoot” concluded that current global efforts are insufficient to keep the 1.5-degree target within reach. This makes the implementation of the Paris Climate Agreement all the more crucial.

He also spoke about Liechtenstein’s national climate policy, which remains a priority for the country. Under the Paris Climate Agreement, Liechtenstein committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 55 per cent by 2030 compared to 1990 and to achieving climate neutrality by 2050. They are currently on track to achieve these goals.

After his speech, the Hereditary Prince participated in a roundtable discussion and held talks with representatives of other states and international organisations on climate.