Russian president’s special envoy highlights COP29 preparation in Azerbaijan

Special Envoy of the Russian President for Relations with International Organisations Boris Titov has emphasised that the upcoming 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) is a priority on the global agenda.

Titov highlighted the extensive preparation underway for COP29 in Azerbaijan, describing the efforts as monumental, Caliber.Az reports citing the local media.

He underscored the significance of engaging entrepreneurs in shaping the climate change agenda and their role in addressing related challenges.

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.