John Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, US in conversation with Samir Saran

The Raisina Podcast

The United States and India contribute to almost 20 percent of global greenhouse gases emissions. While the two countries have different development trajectories, resource endowments, institutions and capabilities—there is immense potential for them to come together and harness their partnership for making a dent in the climate conundrum. Undoubtedly, US–India bilateral relationship on climate change will play a pivotal role in getting the world to net zero for which they must take the first steps to develop solutions that can boost economic growth and mitigate climate change. Against this background, Samir Saran, President, Observer Research Foundation, engaged in a conversation with John Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, US at the Raisina Dialogue 2021.