Current global political dynamics are greatly influenced by increasingly urgent climate change. Various countries must now respond to this challenge with strategies that are coherent, sustainable and based on international cooperation. Climate change affects environmental, economic and social aspects, thereby creating complexity in relations between countries. An increasingly clear phenomenon is the emergence of a climate change agenda in foreign policy. Large countries, such as the United States, China and the European Union, have begun to place environmental issues at the top of their priority list, trying to achieve carbon emissions and environmental sustainability targets. For example, the 2015 Paris Agreement was an important milestone for the global commitment to tackling global warming. Each country is responsible for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and many countries are now setting net-zero emissions targets. On the other hand, small and island countries most threatened by the impacts of climate change often have a weak voice in the international arena. Nevertheless, they are starting to unite in the Forum of Small Island States (AOSIS) to demand greater attention to the issue. Their existence is a reminder of climate injustice, where the developed countries that have contributed the most to global emissions in history must now support the most vulnerable countries. Beyond environmental policy, climate change is also changing the geopolitics of resources. Competition for clean water, renewable energy and food has the potential to create tensions between countries. For example, the conflict over the Nile River involved countries in the region, who struggled to secure access to increasingly scarce water resources. China has invested heavily in renewable energy technologies, which have not only helped reduce emissions, but also increased global market dominance. Multinational companies also play an important role in these political dynamics. By investing in green solutions and paying attention to sustainability through CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility), they contribute to reducing their carbon footprint. However, this also creates a gap between large companies and small companies that do not have the same resources. In this context, Global Organizations such as the UN, UNFCCC, and WHO are vital for implementing effective international cooperation. Efforts such as the COP (Conference of Parties) provide a platform for dialogue between countries and collective commitment. This is important to ensure that the strategy implemented is inclusive and fair, and benefits all parties, especially those most affected by climate change. Climate change is also driving stronger civil society initiatives. Grassroots movements in various parts of the world, such as “Fridays for Future” led by Greta Thunberg, have succeeded in drawing global attention to the urgency of this problem. The voice of the younger generation on environmental issues shows that awareness of climate change is increasingly gaining a place in people’s hearts. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic shows the close interactions between health, the environment, and the economy. This moment makes the world aware of the importance of multidimensional global challenges. Post-pandemic economic recovery campaigns must be designed with sustainability and climate resilience in mind. In dealing with climate change, it is important for countries to have an approach based on data and scientific research. Efficient and responsive public policies to climate change will depend heavily on collaboration between governments, research institutions and the private sector. The establishment of new norms in individual and collective behavior will also contribute to the resolution of this crisis.
