Session 9 | De-stressed economies: Resilient Infrastructure for Climate Smart Growth | Building inclusive and resilient infrastructure for the world's eight billion people who depend on it is essential in a world where climate vulnerability affects every corner. Yet, financing for loss and damage remains one of the most significant barriers, especially for climate-stressed economies and Small Island Developing States (SIDS), which face disproportionate risks. This session will explore innovative approaches to creating sustainable financial flows that empower infrastructure development worldwide.
Speakers:
Rajeev Gowda, Chairman, Research Department and Former Member of Parliament, Indian National Congress, India
Riatu Qibthiyyah, Director, Institute for Economic and Social Research, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Indonesia, Indonesia
Ornela Çuçi, General Director, Eco-Movement, Albania
Soumya Bhowmick, Fellow, Observer Research Foundation, India
Moderator:
Kirtbir Chahal, Head, Africa and Middle East Infrastructure Partnerships, Department for Business and Trade, His Majesty’s Government, United Kingdom
