Berlin: The UN secretary-general called for collective climate action, warning of increasing climate challenges. Speaking at the 16th Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin on Wednesday, Antonio Guterres said: 'Every country must step up and play their part.'

According to Anadolu Agency, Guterres urged the G20, the largest emitters and economies, to do more, warning of increasing climate challenges, and highlighting that they affect the 'vulnerable' most with higher living costs. He emphasized that the world is at a pivotal point concerning its future, reinforcing the need for 'urgent action' and 'leadership' to meet the long-term 1.5-degree limit.

Guterres affirmed that the United Nations Climate Promise is assisting 100 countries in preparing new climate plans and announced a special event in September to review these plans, promoting action to stay within 1.5°C and ensure climate justice. He called for directing finance to developing countries and the full implementation of the COP29 finance agreement.

He expressed reliance on the leadership of the COP29 and COP30 presidencies to deliver a credible roadmap to mobilize 1.3 trillion US dollars a year by 2035. Additionally, Guterres reiterated the necessity for innovative financing and credible carbon pricing, urging developed countries to fulfill their promise to double adaptation finance to at least $40 billion annually and contribute to the loss and damage fund.