2023 Arctic Circle Assembly highlights need for urgent action on climate change


HELSINKI, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- Addressing the opening session of the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavik on Thursday, Icelandic Prime Minister Katrin Jakobsdottir stressed that nations must remain committed to the cause of dealing with climate change, ensuring tangible outcomes in climate-related efforts.

"We no longer find ourselves in an era of global warming but of global boiling," she said. According to her, commitment entails a continued focus on rigorous research, fostering a conducive business environment and promoting gender equality as essential components of achieving meaningful results in climate action.

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