INTERNATIONAL — February 21, 2026
UN Secretary-General Guterres: India a model for simultaneous industrial and clean energy development
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised India as a model for balancing industrial growth with clean energy expansion, urging a fair and rapid global transition to combat climate change without hindering development.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — corroborated by Khaama Press — 2 min read
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated that India demonstrates it is possible to expand access to clean energy while growing industry.
Guterres wrote on X on the night of Friday, February 20, that the world should view this as an opportunity for development and growth, advancing the transition to clean energy in a fair and rapid manner for people and the planet Earth.
He emphasized that combating climate change should not hinder development and that climate imperatives can be transformed into development opportunities.
Guterres had previously stated that the transition to clean energy must be pursued in an 'irreversible' manner.
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Multiple independent outlets (Hasht-e Subh, Khaama Press) corroborate UN Secretary-General Guterres' public statement on X dated February 20, providing direct attribution to a verifiable social media post with concrete details.
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