Industrialized nations have increasingly come under pressure to cut down their carbon gas emissions and finance the switch to new production techniques in the developing countries - the climate change victims that are now forced to change lifestyles due to the phenomenon.

President Kibaki also expressed concern over the issues of migrant workers which he said have attracted much attention.

"It is estimated that over 86 million people in the world work and live outside their home countries. This number is expected to rise with growing globalization characterized by freer flow of people, money, goods and services," Kibaki said.

He said there need for a Commonwealth community to urgently address issues that continue to affect these migrant workers, which include exposure to hostility as well as labor demand patterns that make migrant workers vulnerable to exploitation and poor living conditions. "There is need for implementation of policies that protect migrant workers through an international cooperation strategy and improved migration management," he said. "Meetings of this nature can help to chart a path in ensuring suitable working terms and conditions within and outside countries. Efforts directed at combating illegal employment or trafficking must also rank high in our agenda." Enditem