"This is the hour for leadership. Be bold. Follow the science. Put people before profit. And please keep your eyes on the finish line.’
~ UN Secretary-General António Guterres
As COP30 is about to enter its final day, delegates are working intensively to reach agreement on a strong and balanced outcome that delivers for people and the planet. With negotiations now in their final stage, Parties are focusing on resolving remaining issues and strengthening collective ambition. This last push underscores the importance of dialogue, cooperation, and shared responsibility as countries strive to deliver meaningful results for a sustainable future.
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Finding Climate Solutions
While the central focus of all UN climate COPs are the formal negotiations, the COP also serves as a space for people to share ideas and contribute towards finding climate solutions. Through side events, meetings spaces, and informal activities, critical work takes place at COP to build momentum for informed and inspired climate action globally.
UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell speaks during the Baku High-Level Dialogue on Adaptation
Ralph Regenvanu, Minister for Climate Change Adaptation, Vanuatu, speaks at the High-Level Roundtable on Just Transition
Participants during the High-Level Dialogue on Gender
Behind the Scenes with UN Secretary-General
The behind-the-scenes work of UN Climate Change and the UN Secretary-General is essential for sustaining climate momentum. With a focus on inclusivity and transparency, the Secretariat coordinates with governments, civil society, and the private sector to ensure diverse perspectives are reflected in the process. This work helps build trust among Parties and supports the translation of ambitious climate goals into effective, actionable strategies.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres meets with André Corrêa do Lago, COP30 President, Brazil
UN Secretary-General António Guterres meets with Shri Bhupender Yadav, Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change of India
Family photo with the UN Climate Change Secretariat