Guyana President Clashes with BBC over Climate Change, Defends Environmental Record

In a viral interview, President Irfan Ali highlights Guyana's conservation efforts and criticizes Western hypocrisy on climate issues.

Guyana President Irfan Ali defends his country's environmental record in a heated interview with BBC's Stephen Sackur, highlighting Guyana's efforts to maintain its vast rainforest.
President Ali criticizes Western hypocrisy on climate change, pointing out the developed world's responsibility for environmental damage and biodiversity loss.
Guyana's rainforest, the size of England and Scotland combined, stores 19.5 gigatons of carbon, supporting the country's claim of achieving net-zero emissions despite oil and gas exploration.
Ali's strong stance against the BBC reporter's questioning goes viral, sparking debates on social media and among international commentators.
Developing countries, including India, call for developed nations to significantly reduce their carbon footprint and provide financial support for climate change efforts.