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Home to over half of humanity and many of the world\u2019s fastest-growing economies, the region also faces some of the most acute climate vulnerabilities \u2014 from intensified storms and droughts to food, water, and migration pressures that test peace and stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThe upcoming 2025 Ecological Threat Report (ETR) by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) provides a data-driven understanding of how ecological risks and climate stress are reshaping Asia\u2019s development and security landscape. Yet beyond quantifying threats, this session focuses on where the solutions lie \u2014 and how Asia\u2019s innovation, leadership, and cooperation can turn ecological challenges into just, regenerative climate responses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bAcross the region, momentum is building for a new model of development that connects environmental security, social justice, and economic opportunity. From investments in clean technology and regenerative agriculture to community-based nature projects that deliver verified climate and livelihood benefits, Asia\u2019s diverse leadership is defining the pathways to peace and sustainability in a changing climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThis session explores how insights from data, finance, nature-based solutions, and intergenerational diplomacy can work together to strengthen regional and global resilience \u2014 ensuring that sustainable growth also delivers stability, equity, and integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u200bHosts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet (GASP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Institute for Economics &amp; Peace (IEP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u200bSession Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Session Focus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThis high-level dialogue will explore how climate resilience can be the foundation for peace and sustainable prosperity, uniting perspectives from evidence-based research, sustainable finance, nature-based innovation, and inclusive leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u200bKey themes include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u200bTurning Ecological Challenges into Just Climate Responses \u2014 applying insights from the Ecological Threat Report to shape equitable and effective action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building Resilience through Innovation and Nature-Based Solutions \u2014 advancing sustainable agriculture, community-led restoration, and low-carbon technologies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u200bMobilizing Sustainable Finance with Integrity \u2014 aligning capital flows and carbon markets with just transition, ecosystem integrity, and climate security goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u200bIntergenerational Climate Diplomacy \u2014 ensuring inclusive, youth-led perspectives shape multilateral decision-making and regional cooperation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Speakers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u200b<strong>Opening Remarks and Moderator: Satya S. 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