New Delhi, Feb. 10 -- Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, Suman Bery, on Tuesday noted that concerns around competitiveness, affordability, and economic security have become increasingly central to climate discussions.

"While countries made a solemn commitment to net-zero emissions at the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow in 2021, the global context has shifted significantly since then," Bery said.

"Here we are in 2026, and a lot of water has flowed under the bridge. The net zero should be viewed not just as an emissions target, but as guidance for a wider economic and technological transition," he said.

Speaking at a release event of 'Viksit Bharat & Net Zero' sectoral reports on Transport, Industry and Power, Bery emphasised the need for grea...