COP29 chief negotiator discusses global climate legacy in Brazil

Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister and Chief Negotiator for the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, Yalchin Rafiyev, presented Azerbaijan's initiatives under the COP29 agenda during a panel at the Brazilian Centre for International Relations (CEBRI).

Speaking at the panel titled "Connecting Continents: Dialogue on Climate Leadership from Baku to Belém," Rafiyev outlined the expected outcomes of COP29 negotiations and discussed the potential long-term global legacy of the conference, Caliber.Az reports, citing the press service of the COP29 Chairmanship.

The event saw participation from former Brazilian Environment Minister Isabello Teixeiro and senior representatives of Brazil's Foreign Ministry.

Rafiyev emphasized Azerbaijan’s commitment to advancing global climate goals, offering insights into initiatives that will shape the conference’s agenda and Azerbaijan’s role in climate leadership.

The Conference of the Parties (COP), is held annually, with the Presidency rotating between the five recognised UN regions.

This year, Azerbaijan has been selected as the Presidency of the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), to be hosted in Baku this November. Azerbaijan has a strong track record of hosting international events and has chosen Baku Stadium as the venue for COP29.

To deliver a process that is transparent, impartial and inclusive, the COP29 Presidency has developed a plan based on two mutually reinforcing pillars to enhance ambition and enable action.