We are concerned about the growing contradictions between G77, LDCs, and the African Group on one side, and EU, USA, and rich countries on the other, that we saw in every chapter during the FfD negotiations last week. Our concern is that the negotiations become a struggle for international influence, power and control of each block, instead of focusing on the necessary common and global solutions for financing sustainable development.
In this regard, we believe Nordic countries have a specific role and responsibility to break the blockages, and put forward constructive and fair ways forward. Mainly because Nordic countries have a history of taking the lead in matters concerning global solidarity and the environment, and because Denmark, Sweden and Finland have the potential to push EU positions, and Norway has a unique influence as co-chair.