The COP30 held last month in Belém, Brazil, concluded with a mix of progress and unfinished business. While negotiators reached agreement on several issues, a landmark proposal to phase out fossil fuels fell short of consensus.
In an exclusive interview with Paulo Cabral of CGTN, André Corrêa do Lago, president of COP30, reflected on what the conference delivered and outlined Brazil's plans to keep the climate agenda moving forward. He stressed that the work of the presidency is far from over, highlighting ongoing debates and collaborative consultations as core tools for progress.
According to Corrêa do Lago, Brazil will facilitate a series of stakeholder meetings in the coming months – bringing together government ministers, industry leaders, and civil society – to advance discussions on transitioning away from fossil fuels. These gatherings aim to build consensus on timelines, investment needs, and technological pathways.
The COP30 presidency also plans to strengthen partnerships with regional blocs and international financial institutions to mobilize resources for clean energy projects. Corrêa do Lago emphasized the need for transparent dialogue and data-driven approaches, ensuring all countries have support for a just transition.
Looking ahead to future climate deliberations, Corrêa do Lago said Brazil will keep the momentum alive by maintaining regular check-ins with parties and fostering an inclusive platform where challenging topics – from financing gaps to the role of fossil fuels – can be addressed directly.
As the global community confronts intensifying climate threats, the ongoing work of the COP30 president underscores a simple message: momentum cannot stop at the conference doors, and keeping the dialogue active is key to securing real-world impact.
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Exclusive: The president of COP30 talks fossil fuels, climate change
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