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1. Combating Marine Debris: What After the Bangkok Declaration?

Author:
Julius Caesar Trajano and Lina Gong
Publication Date:
07-2019
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
The Bangkok Declaration on Combating Marine Debris reaffirms ASEAN’s commitment to protect the marine environment and strengthen regional cooperation in addressing marine debris issues. The declaration must now be complemented with sustainable national and regional actions involving multi-stakeholder participation.
Topic:
Environment, Regional Cooperation, Treaties and Agreements, Pollution, and ASEAN
Political Geography:
Thailand and Bangkok

2. 1.5°C Too Soon: More Must Be Done

Author:
Margareth Sembiring
Publication Date:
11-2018
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
The latest IPCC special report released in early October 2018 estimated that global temperature increase may reach 1.5°C anytime between 2030 and 2050. This is much sooner than the end of the century timeframe set in the 2015 Paris Agreement. Will this report lead to more ambitious and aggressive emission mitigation efforts?
Topic:
Climate Change, Treaties and Agreements, Carbon Emissions, and Paris Agreement
Political Geography:
Global Focus

3. COP24 and the Silesia Declaration: Impact on Palm Oil

Author:
Margareth Sembiring
Publication Date:
12-2018
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
The negotiations in the recently concluded COP24 in Katowice produced a critical rulebook for the 2015 Paris Agreement. Equally important is the Silesia Declaration signed during the conference. It exhorted relevant stakeholders to ensure a just transition for segments of populations affected by climate agenda.
Topic:
Climate Change, Development, Environment, and Treaties and Agreements
Political Geography:
Global Focus