Bangladesh Ambassador to the Netherlands H.E. Mr. Tareque Muhammad addressing the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the “Request for an Advisory Opinion of the ICJ on the Obligations of States in Respect of Climate Change.”
This request was formalized through UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/77/276, adopted on March 29, 2023, and seeks clarification on the legal obligations of states concerning climate change in the context of international law. This includes responsibilities under international agreements and customary law, particularly regarding mitigating harm and supporting vulnerable nations affected by climate change impact.