UAE reaffirms leadership in multilateral climate action

At the opening of the Thirtieth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held in Belém, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to multilateral climate cooperation, emphasising the importance of collective progress and strengthened international partnerships to accelerate global implementation and keep the 1.5°C goal within reach.

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Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, led the Ministry of Foreign Affairs delegation.

The UAE's integrated and forward-looking approach to climate diplomacy - based on a whole-of-government and whole-of-society ethos - reflects the importance of close and reliable partnerships as a key pillar of the country's strategy.

As part of the framework of unified national efforts, demonstrating the country's continuous leadership from COP28 to COP30, the UAE delegation consisted of ministries, senior officials, negotiators, and experts from across national institutions. This reflects the country's national vision as a leading and trusted partner in advancing cooperation, and a significant force in building consensus and strengthening collective climate ambition through cooperation and mutual trust.

The UAE’s agenda at COP30 focuses on turning ambition into implementation through practical, inclusive, and partnership-driven solutions.