India Pushes for Climate Finance at Global Climate Forum

India has renewed its push for enhanced climate finance and technology transfer from developed nations at a recent global climate forum, reinforcing long-standing demands of the Global South. Emphasising the principle of equity, India highlighted that developing countries cannot be expected to shoulder the same mitigation burdens as advanced economies, given their historical responsibility for greenhouse gas emissions.

At the heart of India’s position is the principle of Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC), a foundational element of the UN climate framework. India argued that climate commitments must reflect differing national capacities and development needs. While developing countries are actively undertaking climate action, their efforts require substantial financial and technological support to be effective and sustainable.

India also underscored the urgent need for predictable, adequate, and accessible climate finance. It pointed out that existing financial commitments by developed countries have often fallen short, both in scale and delivery. Uncertain and delayed funding undermines long-term climate planning in vulnerable countries, particularly in areas such as renewable energy deployment, climate adaptation, and disaster resilience.

Additionally, India called for improved technology transfer mechanisms, stressing that affordable access to clean technologies is essential for achieving global climate goals. Without such support, developing nations risk facing a trade-off between climate action and economic development.

India’s intervention reflects growing frustration among developing countries over unmet climate finance promises. By reiterating demands for equity and reliable funding, India aims to strengthen global climate cooperation while ensuring that climate action does not come at the cost of development and poverty alleviation.