Thanks to the Co-Leads, cross-regional group of countries, UN agencies, and all stakeholders for their support in the first reading of the Baku Call on Peace for Climate Action. Excited to build on this momentum and contribute further at #COP29.
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The COP29 Presidency hosted a landmark event titled “Empowering Resilient and Sustainable Future: The Role of Human Development in Climate Action” at the Heydar Aliyev Center on 11 October 2024, within the framework of Pre-COP in Baku. The event marked the announcement of the Baku Initiative on Human Development for Climate Resilience, developed through inclusive multistakeholder consultations, including with WHO, UNESCO, UNDP, UNICEF, ILO, and Multilateral Development Banks, as well as with civil society and philanthropies. In his opening remarks by H.E. Mr. Yalchin Rafiyev, COP29 Lead Negotiator, emphasized the initiative’s goal of strengthening resilience to the impacts of climate change by advancing human development through education, health, social protection, and green jobs and skills, with a special focus on children and youth. The event was attended by representatives from national governments, international organizations, and civil society, who gathered to share insights and perspectives on the integration of human development into climate resilience strategies.
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On the sidelines of the Pre-COP29 Chief Negotiator Yalchin Rafiyev met today with the representatives of #AOSIS. During the meeting held in line with the #COP29 Presidency’s vision and action to ensure everyone's voices are heard and perspectives are considered, possible landing zones for successful outcome in November were discussed.
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The Pre-COP29 briefing, hosted by the COP29 Presidency and attended by global climate leaders and stakeholders, has been held.
As preparations for COP29 in Baku near completion, COP29 Azerbaijan Operating Company provided key updates during a Pre-COP29 briefing. With the venue construction progressing steadily, sustainability and inclusivity are top priorities. From seamless transportation to a positive visitor experience, everything is set for a successful event.
Baku is ready!
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Two days of productive Pre-COP meetings concluded today in Baku, Azerbaijan. Pre-COP was an important opportunity to make progress against the top negotiating priorities before parties come together for the conference in November. The COP29 Presidency team thanks delegates, constituencies, partner agencies, and other stakeholders for their valuable contributions to climate action this week.
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Two days of productive Pre-COP meetings concluded today in Baku, Azerbaijan. Pre-COP was an important opportunity to make progress against the top negotiating priorities before parties come together for the conference in November. The COP29 Presidency team thanks delegates, constituencies, partner agencies, and other stakeholders for their valuable contributions to climate action this week.
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Azerbaijan’s recent membership in the 'Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action' was highlighted by the Minister of Finance Samir Sharifov, with plans for a special meeting of the Coalition during COP29's Finance, Investment, and Trade Day.
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Building a green economy demands skilled human capital, bold policies, and a just transition for all sectors. At #BCAW2024, we tackled education transformation, retraining in oil & gas, empowering SMEs, bridging the climate finance gap, and decarbonizing construction. Let's keep pushing for a resilient, sustainable future!
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The Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev announced that this year's International STEAM Azerbaijan Festival will focus on climate change and green energy, promoting education and youth involvement in line with COP29 and the Green World Solidarity Year.
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Day 4 of Baku Climate Action Week opened with powerful youth interventions as we explored the “Role of Higher Education in Climate Transition,” featuring esteemed leaders including:
• Mr. Mukhtar Babayev, COP29 President Designate
• Ms. Nigar Arpadarai, UN Climate Change High Level Champion for COP29
• Mr. Firudin Gurbanov, Deputy Minister of Science and Education of Azerbaijan
• Dr. Fariz Ismailzade, Parliament Member, Vice-Rector at ADA University (Moderator)
• Ms. Leyla Hasanova, Presidency Youth Climate Champion for COP29
• Ms. Susan Jafarova, Youth Climate Envoy for UNICEF
• Ms. Nargiz Hajiyeva, Country Director Azerbaijan, British Council
• Mr. Stephen Davidson, Director of Strategy, Cambridge Zero, University of Cambridge, HLC Education Advisor
• Dr. Robin Fears, InterAcademy Partnership
• Ms. Malini Mehra, Curator for BCAW 2024
Discussions centered around the proposed Azerbaijan Universities Network on Climate Change (AUNCC), linking academia's role in tackling climate transition with global collaborations like the UK Universities Climate Network. This initiative will drive joint research, innovation hubs, and sustainability strategies, paving the way for long-term progress in climate education.
Together, we aim to foster knowledge exchange and bolster higher education’s crucial contribution to global climate action, with milestones set for COP29 in November.
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Anar Alakbarov, Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan, highlighted the near completion of the COP29 venue construction, emphasizing the professional team's focus on ensuring guest comfort, sustainability, and accessibility throughout the planning and infrastructure development.
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Aserbajdsjan 🇦🇿 er vertsland for FN sitt klimatoppmøte i 2024, COP29.
Klimatoppmøtet samler beslutningstakere, miljøeksperter & aktivister fra hele verden for å diskutere bærekraftige løsninger & innovative strategier for å bekjempe klimaendringer.
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At #COP29, key discussions, exhibitions, and meetings on #climate issues will take place here at the Baku Olympic Stadium. Leaders, scientists, activists and others from various countries will come to Baku, #Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 to discuss the future of our planet. #COP29Azerbaijan
Baku Climate Action Week, Day 1:
Session 1: The Climate Imperative – from Local to Global Action. Leading experts and government officials convened to discuss the latest climate science and the pressing need for action in both national and global contexts. As 2024 sets new warming records, the session underscored the urgency of collaborative efforts. Moderated by Ms. Vladanka Andreeva, the session featured key insights from senior government and international representatives, including Ms. Umayra Tagiyeva, Mr. Yalchin Rafiyev, Mr. Elnur Aliyev, Mr. Mikael Melin and Mr. Stuart Brocklehurst.
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The first day of #BCAW2024 set the stage for impactful discussions on climate solutions, from transitioning to clean energy to building resilient cities and driving green finance. Thought leaders and experts explored innovative pathways to address the global climate crisis, emphasizing the need for urgent action and collaboration.
Don’t miss the key moments from an inspiring first day as we accelerate efforts toward a net-zero future!
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COP29 President-Designate Mukhtar Babayev, together with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan @Bayramov_Jeyhun, met with UN Secretary-General @AntonioGuterres in New York. Meeting concluded a week of participation for the COP29 Presidency at #UNGA, including dozens of bilateral meetings with stakeholders, engagement in the multilateral process, and co-hosting of several events alongside valued partners.
The Presidency was committed to delivering COP29 in a transparent, impartial, inclusive and party-driven manner, and has put that commitment into action with its engagement during the UN General Assembly.
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Episode 2 of How is climate change impacting our health? The second episode of the "Hot Topic" series has been released!
In this one, we're looking at air quality because climate change isn't just heating our planet, it's polluting our air, causing issues from aggravated asthma to heart problems.
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As part of our continuing efforts to intensify political engagement among Parties for successful outcome at #COP29, we organized an informal ministerial dialogue on the #NCQG.
The event was an important milestone ahead of the upcoming High Level Ministerial Dialogue (#HLMD) & Pre-COP to be held on 9 and 10-11 October in Baku respectively.
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