Dominica was among several states that put its case forward at the International Court of Justice for climate justice.
Dominica was represented by Attorney General Levi Peter and Vanica Sobers –Joseph , senior state attorney in the office of the Attorney General
They delivered compelling oral submissions at the International Court of Justice during hearings on the obligations of states concerning climate change
Dominica’s delegation also included Annika Bellot, an attorney at law and attache at Dominica’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations.
In his opening statement, Mr Peter underscored the critical threat climate change poses particularly to Dominica and other small island developing states, highlighting the devastating impacts of the increasing frequency and intensity of storms and rising sea levels.
He urged the court to affirm the legal obligations of states to protect the climate system and stressed the principle of fairness, calling for greater accountability from those contributing to global warming
The hearings which began on Monday, December 2 brought together small island developing states, other nations, and international organizations, to underscore the pressing need for legal clarity and accountability in the face of the global climate crisis.
The hearings are scheduled to continue over the next two weeks concluding on December 13 at the Peace Palace in the HAGUE, HOLLAND
