Global Climate policies must not ignore developing countries’ realities - Veep Opoku-Agyemang
She said developing countries must have a stronger voice in shaping international policies, particularly those that affect their ability to pursue economic growth, address climate challenges and improve the livelihoods of their populations.
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has emphasized the necessity for global climate policies to consider the unique circumstances and developmental goals of countries in the Global South. She emphasized the importance of these nations having a more significant role in determining international policies, especially those impacting their economic growth, climate challenges, and people's livelihoods.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, during the opening address at the Global South Academic Forum in Shanghai, China, Professor Opoku-Agyemang called for a shift away from policies imposed by dominant nations. She pointed out that despite the Global South's substantial population, resources, and economic contributions, developing countries still struggle with inadequate representation and influence in international institutions.
The Vice President stressed the need for global decision-making processes to acknowledge the distinct challenges faced by developing economies, including the resources required for sustainable development and climate change responses. She also advocated for reforms in the international financial system to support development without exacerbating economic vulnerabilities.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang urged stronger cooperation among Global South countries, highlighting the importance of partnerships that bolster local productive capacity, research, innovation, and youth opportunities. She encouraged countries to learn from each other's experiences without adopting identical political systems or development models.
On governance, she pointed out the role of political parties in shaping national development and maintaining democratic institutions, urging them to focus on policy development, political education, and the active participation of women and youth. The forum, organized by the International Communication Research Institute of East China Normal University, gathered scholars, policymakers, and media professionals from Africa, Asia, and Latin America to discuss governance, political development, and modernization in the Global South.
The discussions aimed to explore how developing countries can enhance collaboration, influence global policy debates, and implement development strategies tailored to their specific circumstances.
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