"I believe ISF 2024 is not merely about discussing the challenges posed by the climate crisis," he said. "It is a platform for innovation, collaboration, and hope."
He made these remarks in the first dialogue session of the forum, which had over 11,000 participants from 53 countries, in Jakarta on Thursday.
The event features 10 plenary sessions, 15 thematic sessions, and high-level dialogues focusing on energy transition, biodiversity, nature conservation, sustainable living, and the blue economy.
Luhut emphasized that developing countries, including Indonesia, have unique stories to share and play critical roles in supporting global climate action.
Through the event, the Indonesian government is reinforcing its commitment to fostering collaboration in order to achieve net zero emissions (NZE).
"Indonesia has demonstrated how a developing nation can lead in sustainable development," he remarked.
According to Luhut, the Indonesian government has shown its commitment to achieving NZE as outlined in the Paris Agreement through the Enhanced Nationally Determined Contribution (E-NDC), with the country targeting a reduction of 912 million tons of CO2 by 2030.
The Indonesian government organizes ISF to bring together global leaders from various sectors and countries to exchange insights, share knowledge, and offer solutions and best practices for addressing climate change.
The two-day event also includes the signing of several memoranda of understanding (MoUs), an exhibition, and a gala dinner.
The gala dinner, led by Vice President Ma'ruf Amin, will take place on Thursday at the National Monument (Monas) and will host 500 VIP guests.
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