Antalya:President Daniel Chapo announced that Mozambique requires $37.2 billion over the next decade to combat escalating climate-related disasters. This statement was made during the COP31 Leaders' Summit in Antalya, Turkey.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Chapo emphasized the necessity for major economies to lead in emission reductions and fulfill their climate finance commitments. He highlighted that Mozambique has experienced more than 76 extreme weather events from 2000 to 2025, resulting in economic losses exceeding $4.5 billion.

Mozambique, located along the Indian Ocean, faces significant threats from tropical cyclones, floods, and droughts, despite contributing only 0.14% to global greenhouse gas emissions. Chapo warned that the target of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, set by the Paris Agreement, is at risk. He noted that El Nino conditions could exacerbate issues like drought, water scarcity, forest fires, and food shortages.

The President detailed efforts by the Mozambican government to prioritize climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. This includes a national adaptation plan focusing on early warning systems and integrating climate considerations into local planning. Currently, Mozambique has 142 local adaptation plans and over 1,000 disaster risk management committees.

As the African Union's champion for disaster risk management, Chapo called for increased international support for African nations in disaster prevention and climate resilience, stressing the importance of climate justice and financing.