Outremers 360 launches a series dedicated to the significant speeches from the Overseas Territories, starting with Paul Vergès' address to the Senate in October 2014. At 89 years old, he discusses global demographic and climate challenges, as well as the socio-economic crisis. Vergès highlights the impact of climate change on La Réunion and calls for a collective awareness for a united and sustainable future.
Paul Vergès: a visionary speech on the challenges of the Overseas Territories in 2014
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