"We are no longer talking about what this COP must do – we are doing it. But we must strive for more. Negotiators are working around the clock... It reflects a widespread conviction that the Paris Agreement is humanity's only way to survive this global climate crisis, and to spread the vast benefits of climate action to all nations."
~ UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell
As COP30 enters its final stages, delegates are intensifying their efforts to secure a strong and balanced outcome for the benefit of people and the planet. Building on the work of the first week, Parties are now focused on resolving outstanding issues, strengthening collective ambition, and advancing the decisions needed to drive global climate action forward. This decisive phase reflects the core principles of multilateralism—dialogue, cooperation, and shared responsibility—as countries work together to deliver meaningful results.
Facilitating Consultation and Negotiations
Global cooperation – with governments delivering on the UN Paris Agreement – is the only way to avert climate catastrophe, strengthen resilience, and spread the vast benefits of climate action. UN Climate Change works to facilitate global negotiations by providing platform for countries to collaborate, share perspectives, and reach consensus on ambitious actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are essential to enhancing climate action because they ensure that all voices, particularly those from vulnerable and marginalised communities most affected by climate change, are represented. UN Climate Change works to ensure that all voices are heard within the COP process, fostering more equitable, comprehensive, and effective solutions.
Members of civil society demonstrate in the corridors, highlighting the link between planetary health and human health
Greenpeace builds a jenga-style Eiffel Tower, highlighting that the Paris Agreement is 'fragile' and should be 'handled with care'
Members of civil society call for adaptation finance
Members of civil society raise concerns about the presence of fossil fuel lobbyists attending the negotiations
Members of civil society demonstrate against extractive industries
Members of civil society call for the Loss and Damage fund to be filled
Representatives of Greenpeace call for bold action to protect forests
Behind the Scenes with UN Secretary-General
Bilateral meetings create space for direct, high-level dialogue that strengthens relationships and builds political momentum for climate action. Such engagements are vital to reinforcing trust, aligning national commitments with global objectives, and mobilising greater cooperation and resources.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres consults with Selwin Charles Hart, Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on Climate Action and Just Transition
UN Secretary-General António Guterres holds a bilateral meeting with climate scientists, experts and economists
UN Secretary-General António Guterres holds a bilateral meeting with representatives from China
UN Secretary-General António Guterres attends a virtual meeting of the UN Security Council
UN Secretary-General António Guterres holds a bilateral meeting with representatives from the Umbrella Group
UN Secretary-General António Guterres holds a bilateral meeting with representatives from the EU
Family photo with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and youth representatives