Bazaiba made the statement on the second day of the International Conference on Combating Sand and Dust Storms in the Iranian capital Tehran on Sunday.
She argued that the fight against climate change as well as sand and dust storms is a collective responsibility; so, we all should comply with our environmental commitments, and we should not waste time, because the repercussions will increase significantly.
The official further underlined the need for global political will to combat climate change as well as sand and dust storms, calling for adopting effective steps in this respect. The opening of a joint fund to this end is of great importance, the minister added.
She also praised Iran's effective role in fighting sand and dust storms, expressing gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United Nations for holding the International Conference on Combating Sand and Dust Storms in Tehran.
The two-day conference is being held on September 9-10.
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