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Pivotal World Court’s decision on climate change: Expectations and implications for the Climate Crisis | Global Environment News

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is preparing to deliver its first-ever opinion on climate change, marking a significant moment in international law. The court will present its findings at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands, on Wednesday, providing a definitive international standard on environmental law. The case, brought by the island nation of Vanuatu and other countries, seeks to establish the legal responsibilities of nations in addressing climate change and the consequences for polluters that have failed to do so. It is expected to clarify countries’ obligations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and may address issues of human rights and the laws of the sea. The court’s “advisory opinion” will include considerations on possible legal consequences for the biggest contributors to the climate crisis, though the 2015 Paris Agreement does not explicitly provide for direct compensation for past damage caused by pollution. Vanuatu’s Minister for Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, emphasizes the importance of recognizing the legal obligation of states to address climate change and the need for reparations for those whose actions have caused harm. Climate change activists, including Vishal Prasad from the Pacific Island Students Fighting Climate Change group, express a mix of emotions as they await the ruling, seeing it as crucial for the future of young people in Pacific Island countries vulnerable to climate change.

Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/7/23/historic-ruling-on-climate-change-by-world-court-what-to-expect?traffic_source=rss

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