Bishop Alminaza attended the 28th Conference of Parties in Dubai as the official representative of the Catholic Church in the Philippines
The National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) on Wednesday voiced its dismay over the “weak developments” at the climate summit
The plea comes in response to the release of a new text for the Global Stocktake (GST) on the eve of the conference's last day
Galicha welcomed the Philippines’ bid to host the Loss and Damage Fund Board but warned it requires “robust inclusive climate governance”
Activists around the globe consistently advocate for more ambitious emission reduction targets
“These individuals are ordinary people who simply seek to protect their right to live and work their lands,” the prelate added
Current structure encourages companies to continue using fossil fuels, as they profit even when they fail to supply electricity
The confrontation underscores growing pressure on global financial institutions to align their portfolios with climate goals
“We challenge aspiring leaders to show genuine commitment to protecting both our environment,” said Fr. Edwin Gariguez
The exhibition runs until April 2026. AKP and its partners plan to hold workshops and seminars alongside the display to further empower communities to lead their own climate initiatives