COP30 Presidency Launches Consultations To Bridge Climate Ambition Gap

The Brazilian Presidency of COP30 has announced the launch of Presidency Consultations, an early dialogue process designed to resolve political deadlocks and advance critical climate issues ahead of the conference, which is scheduled to open in Bel this November.

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The move was unveiled in the sixth letter to the international community by Ambassador Andrii Corrka do Lago, the COP30 President-Designate.

Traditionally, such consultations occur during the second week of negotiations. Starting them months in advance signals Brazil effort to build trust, transparency, and momentum at a time when global climate ambition remains insufficient.

Central to the Presidency message is the urgent call for governments to deliver new 2035 nationally determined contributions (NDCs). As of August 19, roughly 75% of Parties have not yet submitted their updated targets, which will be synthesized in a United Nations report this October.

Corrka do Lago emphasized that these pledges are the clearest expression of national commitment to multilateralism and to citizens’ future well-being. “If the image shown by our integrated NDCs turns out disappointing,” he wrote, “it is our collective responsibility to convert it into a picture that will ensure a livable planet, protect all economies, and improve living standards for all generations.”

The urgency was echoed by civil society groups. Andreas Sieber of 350.org warned that the world is heading toward climate catastrophe without stronger action.

The Presidency’s letter reflects discussions held during the UNFCCC’s midyear meetings in Bonn (SB62). While progress was made on adaptation indicators, the Just Transition Work Program, and the UAE Dialogue on the Global Stocktake, the outcomes fell short of expectations. Still, Corrka do Lago noted that the sessions marked a shift toward accelerated work in preparation for Bel .