COP29 Climate Change Champion highlights ongoing efforts to foster inclusivity

COP29 Climate Change Champion Nigar Arpadarai has stated that efforts are underway to build connections with all partners to ensure everyone has a role at COP29.

Arpadarai made these remarks at a press conference dedicated to Azerbaijan's chairmanship at COP29, Caliber.Az reports citing the local media.

“In line with our commitment to inclusivity and transparency, we maintain regular communication with journalists and provide updates as needed. Our team has been diligently working in this regard over the past few months and will continue to do so,” she stated.

Baku will host the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29).

A group of Eastern European countries has chosen Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, to host COP29 climate talks next year.

Earlier, Bulgaria withdrew its candidacy to host the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in favour of Azerbaijan.

Moreover, Baku and Yerevan agreed to support each other at some international venues. In a joint statement, Armenia said it would support Azerbaijan's bid to host the COP29 summit.

The conference is being held in rotation by five UN regional groups, and Eastern Europe will take part next year.