UAE Pavilion at COP29: “Accelerating Action Together” for Climate and Sustainability
Under the theme “Accelerating Action Together,” the UAE Pavilion at COP29 presents an inspiring journey about decades of climate action.
Moreover, the pavilion is showcasing the nation’s leadership in global efforts to achieve sustainability and reduce emissions.
Mentioning that UAE’s dedication aims to protect our planet for the betterment of all humanity.
The UAE Pavilion kicks off today with its interactive program, and runs until November 22.
It reflects the UAE’s commitment to collective action and collaboration in accelerating the global energy transition.
While maintaining the crucial goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
A Glance At UAE’s Sustainable Development Efforts and Strategies
With over 67 specialized programs, the UAE pavilion at COP29 offers a wide array of activities.
It includes events, discussions, and workshops that address the most pressing climate challenges.
The pavilion brings together 49 UAE-based entities and seven international organizations.
As well as 238 thought leaders, climate experts, government officials, private sector leaders, academics, and youth.
Visitors to COP29 are introduced to the UAE’s sustainable development efforts and strategies.
As its efforts and strategies aim at achieving a balance between economic growth and environmental preservation.
The pavilion also highlights the UAE’s track record of fostering international cooperation to address the impacts of climate change.
The Historical COP28 Legacy
Mira Abdullah Al Matroushi, Head of the UAE Pavilion at COP29, stated that the pavilion explores the UAE’s journey in climate action.
As it is spotlighting the historic COP28 legacy and its achievements in biodiversity conservation, climate financing.
In addition to the UAE’s commitment to net-zero emissions.
It also emphasizes the nation’s dedication to strengthen food and water resilience and protecting people from the effects of climate change.
The UAE Pavilion at COP29 will host interactive discussions on the following:
- Climate finance mobilization for the Global South
- UAE’s advancements in renewable energy
- Carbon reduction efforts in hard-to-abate sectors
- Artificial intelligence role in transforming food systems and addressing water scarcity.
It will also highlight progress in global partnerships.
Such as the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate) and the Mangrove Initiative.
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Key topics in these discussions at UAE pavilion include the below:
- UAE-CIS collaboration
- Empowering youth to shape inclusive climate policies
- Planning for the United Nations Water Conference in 2026 (co-hosted by the UAE and Senegal)
- Sustainable circular city planning
- Mobilizing funds for biodiversity restoration
UAE Pavilion at COP29 demonstrates the UAE’s ongoing commitment to global climate initiatives.
As well as its leadership in promoting sustainable development on the international scale.
