Anwar stresses collective effort in combating climate change
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged collective action on climate change, saying the responsibility cannot rest solely on the government.
"Protecting the environment requires cooperation from all parties, including the private sector, government agencies, and the public."
He said this in a Facebook post after chairing the Climate Action Council meeting today.
Anwar said the United Kingdom and China have demonstrated the effectiveness of strong climate policies and legislation.
He noted that such measures, like Malaysia's proposed National Climate Change Bill (RUUPIN), can generate returns while also addressing the impacts of climate change.
Malaysia, he said, will continue refining its policies and legal frameworks to align with the constitution and state powers, ensuring climate action is carried out at all levels.
"This is crucial to ensure our continued commitment to the Paris Agreement for a sustainable future."
In January, Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said his ministry was finalising RUUPIN and will soon present it to Parliament.
Nik Nazmi added that the ministry had engaged in discussions with state governments and stakeholders to ensure the bill is comprehensive and relevant.
He said the minister had also consulted civil society, non-governmental organisations, businesses and the public.
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