Small states face an unfair burden from climate change despite contributing minimally to global emissions. Rising sea levels, extreme weather, and changing rainfall patterns disproportionately affect these countries due to their geographic size and limited resources.Sea level rise threatens small island nations by eroding coastlines, contaminating freshwater, and displacing communities. Extreme weather events like hurricanes can devastate infrastructure, economies, and livelihoods, leading to long-term challenges. Changes in rainfall affect agriculture, crucial for many small states, threatening food security and water availability.Limited financial and technical resources hinder small states’ ability to respond to and recover from climate disasters. This limitation impacts their capacity to implement effective adaptation and mitigation strategies. Their economies, often dependent on tourism, fisheries, and agriculture, are highly susceptible to climate impacts, increasing their vulnerability.International support, including financial aid and technology transfer, is essential to help small states build resilience against climate change. Global cooperation and a commitment to reducing emissions are crucial to mitigate impacts on these vulnerable nations. Addressing the unique challenges faced by small states is vital for ensuring a fair and just response to the global climate crisis.