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    "id": 1477435,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. M. Kajwang’",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Moses Otieno Kajwang'",
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    "content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.52(1) to make a statement on an issue of general topical concern regarding the pivotal role of parliaments in implementing both international and national climate change commitments in Africa. Between the 1st and 5th September, 2024, the National Assembly of Cote d'Ivoire, in partnership with the African Group of Negotiators for Expert Support (AGNES) and the African Union Development Agency, hosted a high-level meeting of parliamentarians in Abidjan. This meeting held on the sidelines of the 12th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa and the 10th special session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment, brought together parliamentarians from across the continent, all of whom are members of the committees, commissions and caucuses on the environment, climate change, agriculture and natural resources. The meeting under the theme of strengthening the role of parliaments in the implementation of national and international commitments on climate change in Africa, is aimed to build the capacity of Parliamentarians to better understand their roles in addressing the escalating climate crisis. As part of the outcomes, a 12-member Bureau was elected to guide the work of this network of parliamentarians. The meeting of the Bureau is currently ongoing in Nairobi to organize their affairs and develop a comprehensive roadmap for their work. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I want to thank you for acknowledging the 12-Member Bureau that is in the Speaker's Gallery. It is crucial to underscore the role of parliaments in the global and national climate governance frameworks. As elected representatives of the people, Members of Parliament (MPs) are uniquely positioned to ensure that international climate commitments, such as those outlined in the Paris Agreement and Africa's nationally determined contributions, are translated into effective policies, actions and laws at the national level. As the legislators, our role is not simply to pass legislation, but to actively oversee its implementation and ensure that climate action is integrated into all areas of governance; agriculture, energy, health and infrastructure. The meeting in Abidjan highlighted the need for parliamentary oversight as a cornerstone of effective climate governance. MPs have a responsibility to hold their governments accountable for meeting climate targets, tracking progress on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and ensuring that the necessary financial and technical resources are made available to support climate action. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only.A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and Audio Services,Senate."
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