From November 30 to December 12, 2023, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in Dubai. COP28 stands as an unparalleled milestone in global climate action, setting the stage for profound change. This Presidency’s visionary two-week thematic program addresses the critical Global Stocktake and the pressing need to bridge gaps towards 2030. What sets this Presidency apart is its commitment to inclusivity, exemplified by an open consultation process that garnered input from a diverse spectrum of stakeholders, including governments, businesses, civil society, youth, and Indigenous Peoples. These consultations have cast a spotlight on the essential action areas for COP28 and emphasized their intricate interconnections.

India’s robust engagement in COP28 amplifies its powerful message on the world stage. At this pivotal juncture, India’s resolute involvement underscores the significance of climate financing in shaping a sustainable future for all. India’s strategic approach to COP28 is rooted in a profound understanding: adaptation and equity are the very bedrock upon which we must build our defences against the formidable adversary that is climate change.

The Government of India as G20 President and the Government of the United Arab Emirates, which currently holds the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) Presidency, emphasized the significance of cooling in the international energy discussion during the High-Level Dialogue on Sustainable Cooling, which took place on Friday, 21 July, as part of the Clean Energy Ministerial-Mission Innovation Summit held in Goa, India.