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By His Serene Highness PRINCE ALBERT II OF MONACO Monaco, April 29, 2020
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ction to combat climate change is a primary commitment in my life.
However, rather than talking about the policies implemented in Monaco or the projects initiated or supported by my Foundation in regard to the climate, I will instead try to summarize the ways in which I believe the fight against climate change is intrinsically linked to the preservation of the Arctic region – the region at the heart of many climate change issues.
First and foremost, the Arctic, with its vast landscapes, is where one feels more than anywhere else the Earth’s beauty and force, as well as its fragility in the face of human actions. It is also a universal region, whose future, each of us understands, is vital for the entire world; a region, therefore, that enables us to make the link between local problems and global issues. It is also an area of economic tension, in particular since global warming has opened
“Action against climate change means reconciling the needs of nature with the aspirations of humankind.”
