Combating Climate Change in Indo-Pacific Region

Abstract

Abstract

The Indo-Pacific region has recently emerged as a hot topic in geopolitical discourse, primarily focused on matters of political and economic significance, while climate change concerns that deserve due consideration have been regrettably overlooked amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region. This paper undertakes a comprehensive investigation into climate change’s primary causes and subsequent impact within the Indo-Pacific region. This paper delves into a thorough examination of the national Indo-Pacific strategies launched by prominent nations in the region, with the primary focus being on assessing the level of emphasis, initiatives, and measures incorporated into these strategies for addressing and mitigating the challenges posed by climate change in the region. Moreover, it explores the prospect of leveraging multilateral organisations, regional cooperation mechanisms, and various partnerships within the Indo-Pacific region to address the problem of climate change effectively. This paper also sought to shed light on India’s vital role in addressing the issue of climate change within the Indo-Pacific region, primarily through various initiatives like promoting renewable energy and building international cooperation. In the concluding part, this paper discusses a few challenges, provides insightful recommendations, and presents the prospects for collaboration in mitigating and adapting climate change in the Indo-Pacific region.

            Keywords: Climate Change, Indo-Pacific Region, Environment, Oceans, India