COP28 Changemakers’ Majlis: An Innovative Emirati Initiative Transforming Climate Change Negotiations
COP28 Changemakers Majlis, organized by the Presidency of COP28, marked a significant turning point in climate change negotiations.
This initiative helped in driving the progress and achieving concrete results in global climate action.
And it was inspired by the UAE’s rich tradition of open communication and community engagement.
The “Majlis” Culture at the Heart of the Initiative:
The “Majlis” embodies a traditional model of dialogue and discussion within Emirati society.
Here, families, neighbors, and friends gather to exchange ideas and experiences, discuss challenges, and find solutions collaboratively.
The brilliance of this initiative lies in its adaptation of the time-honored “Majlis” culture to complex climate change negotiations.
Moreover, it provided an open environment for frank and constructive dialogue among representatives from different countries.
It is also moving away from rigid positions and focusing on common ground.
Breaking Negotiation Impasse and Achieving Progress:
COP28 Changemakers’ Majlis came at a critical juncture when climate change negotiations faced stagnation and setbacks.
Due to the spirit of cooperation and open dialogue fostered by the “Majlis”.
Participants were able to break through this impasse, speak from the heart, and engage in practical discussions beyond pre-prepared scripts.
These efforts led to the “historic UAE Agreement,” which charted a new course for global climate action.
Aligned with the latest scientific data and kept alive the hope of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Exporting the “Majlis” Model to the World:
The benefits of the “Changemakers’ Majlis” extended beyond the UAE.
As the COP28 Presidency actively sought to promote this innovative model on a global scale.
During Petersburg Climate Dialogue, held in Berlin-Germany, the UAE took the initiative to showcase its successful experience.
This was through the “Troika of COP Presidencies,” a three-way collaboration between the leaders of COP28, COP29, and COP30.
The event featured a “Majlis” conducted in the Emirati style.
Which focusing was on discussions around achieving a just and smooth transition in the energy sector.
However, the UAE succeed in exporting the concept of the “Majlis” as a powerful tool to promote constructive dialogue in addressing global challenges.
COP28 Changemakers Majlis Brings a Promising Future
COP28 Presidency aims to firmly establish the “Majlis” concept within climate change negotiations.
Believing in the importance of active international communication to tackle global challenges.
Through this initiative, they seek to facilitate dialogue and discussions among representatives from all countries on various climate change issues.
Leading to collaborative and implementable solutions.
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COP28 Changemakers Majlis initiative is the inspiring model for developing innovative solutions to global challenges.
Because it embodies the UAE’s ability to connect its rich heritage with its future aspirations, making significant contributions to global climate action.
