Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has said a radical change is needed in the global framework to address climate impacts focusing on net-zero carbon emissions and eliminating extreme resource inequality.

He made the remark at an event titled 'Climate Forward' organised by New York Times here on Wednesday.

The New York Times hosted a day-long event involving innovators, activists, scientists and policymakers to discuss the steps needed to address climate change impacts. It was broadcast live from the New York Times Studios.

Anthropologist Jane Goodall also spoke, among others.

Prof Yunus discussed the challenges of leading a country facing adverse impacts of climate change.

When asked what debt rich countries have to countries like Bangladesh, he said climate actions should be taken focusing on net-zero carbon emissions and eliminating extreme resource inequality.

"Why should we bear the burden of destruction that you have imposed on us?" the chief adviser questioned.