Green Transition and Renewable Energy at the Heart of Discussions in Malabo
The fight against climate change was central to the address by the President of the Union of the Comoros, Azali Assoumani, during the general debate of Heads of State held in Malabo, on the sidelines of the 11th Summit of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS).
The Head of State reiterated that island nations are among the most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. “These vulnerabilities must not be considered inevitable. It is up to us to transform this vulnerability into an opportunity,” he declared. To this end, he emphasized the need to mobilize investments to support resilient, sustainable, and inclusive economies.
Azali Assoumani also advocated for resilience and the green transition, highlighting the significant potential of these countries in renewable energy and the blue economy. According to him, Azali Assoumani believes it is possible to turn climate change into a development opportunity, provided that programs tailored to the specific needs of each country are implemented.
The Comorian President linked the fight against climate change to industrialization and the development of local resources. For too long, raw materials have left the country without generating the full value they could create. Today, the focus is on creating jobs for young people, strengthening integration into global value chains, and including the Comoros in regional economic markets.
To reinforce this momentum, Azali Assoumani also emphasized digital sovereignty and technological development, stating that OACPS countries must not remain mere consumers of technology, but become actors capable of innovating and creating value.
Finally, he stressed the need to reform the international financial architecture to guarantee equitable access to financing for vulnerable countries. He reiterated that unity and solidarity among the 79 member states of the OACPS are essential to transforming vulnerabilities into collective resilience.
