UN General Assembly
2024

Although a **low emitter of greenhouse gases**, Madagascar is among the **most vulnerable countries** to climate change. We are already suffering the devastating consequences of **cyclones, droughts, coastal erosion, and biodiversity loss**, which threaten to erase the progress achieved through our agricultural and industrial transformation efforts. As one of the few countries with a **negative carbon footprint**, thanks to our forests—some of the **green lungs of Africa**—Madagascar urges the **international community** to **intensify and accelerate climate adaptation financing**, particularly for **vulnerable island nations** like ours. Madagascar is committed to preserving this **natural heritage** for future generations. --- **Mr President, Ladies and Gentlemen,** In conclusion, Madagascar calls more than ever for **stronger and fairer multilateralism**—a multilateralism grounded in **dialogue, cooperation, and solidarity**. Madagascar will continue working tirelessly, alongside the United Nations and its Member States, to build a world of **peace, development, and dignity for all**. **Thank you for your attention.**