The mayor of 43 countries pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions

On November 21, about 140 mayors from 43 countries and territories signed a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, a remarkable development ahead of the Global Climate Change Conference. demand (COP16), taking place from November 29 to December 10.

Overview of the signing ceremony - (Photo: Xinhua)

The mayors have signed the Global Climate Change Convention of cities, also known as the Mexico City Convention, at the Mayor's Climate Change Summit (CCLIMA) taking place in Mexico. City, Mexico.

Accordingly, the mayors agreed to take more measures and more efforts to deal with climate change, such as voluntarily cutting greenhouse gas emissions with policies, laws and battles. Translation according to specific conditions of each city.

The mayors also pledged to implement sustainable transportation, effective management of energy resources and natural resources .

According to Xinhua, with this convention, the mayors hope to receive support from many sides, the government as well as organizations and units . and have the opportunity to access financial resources to improve quality of life for poor people in cities - vulnerable to climate change impacts.