Beyond Promises- Why COP 30 Must Matter

As the world stands at a crossroads on climate action, another pivotal UN Climate Conference (COP 30) is set for November 2025 in Belém, Brazil.

- Khondkar Abdus Saleque

In a time of wars, geopolitical tension, and economic uncertainty, it will be a major challenge for participating nations to negotiate and reach a consensus on emission reduction, climate finance, and smart energy transition. For the first time, a country in the Amazon region will host this global event—symbolic given that deforestation in the world's largest rainforest has accelerated due to urbanization, industrial expansion, and agricultural pressure.

COP 30 is expected to focus on climate justice and food system reform, emphasizing a just food transition and redirecting public funds toward sustainable practices. It will also push for eliminating deforestation and integrating climate, biodiversity, land use, and food strategies coherently and equitably.

Globally, there is growing hope that COP 30 will mark a turning point for climate action, driving meaningful commitments and reform. The discussions, debates, and decisions made in Belum will shape the direction of global climate policy and determine how effectively nations transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy systems.

What has been Achieved So Far?

For nearly three decades, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has served as the main platform for global efforts to combat climate change. Through annual Conferences of the Parties (COPs), nations have worked to establish goals, rules, and institutions to guide international climate action.

Many observers believe that with the Paris Agreement and its implementation framework now in place, the rule-making phase is largely complete. The focus must now shift from policy design to concrete implementation.

COP 30 Goals and Objectives