The Summit for a New Global Financing Pact kicked off in Paris, France yesterday, with more than 300 participants from various sectors. In his opening speech, French President Emmanuel Macron called for more funding to meet the challenges of poverty, biodiversity, and climate. <br />''<br />''France is organizing the Summit on 22 and 23 June 2023 to meet the common challenges relating to our planet and development. The participants are expected to discuss climate change-related financing issues through six round tables, including overhauling the international financial architecture, restoring confidence, forging partnerships for strategies, and creating a conducive environment for the private sector.<br />