Publication
International cooperation on climate change: Insights from South and Southeast Asia and the EU

Climate change is one of the most urgent global issues. Developing countries are disproportionately affected by its consequences and often lack the financial resources to respond adequately. The European Union, as the largest contributor of public climate finance to developing economies, is at the forefront of collective climate actions. However, European climate diplomacy often encounters scepticism in the Global South. With current legislative initiatives like the European Green Deal and trade negotiations, discussions on the best ways to collaborate between regions are both timely and critical.

This compilation of essays explores various subtopics, including the circular economy, trade, resilience and climate finance. Through this publication, we aim to foster open dialogue between Asia and Europe, and to raise awareness not only about the challenges but also the opportunities for international cooperation, such as the exchange of best practises and technology, capacity building and harmonisation of policies.