India Calls for Action at UN Climate Conference in Belém

At the UN climate pre-COP30 meeting in Brasilia, India's Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav emphasized urgent resource needs for developing countries to tackle climate change. He highlighted the importance of action over dialogue and stressed on strengthening climate cooperation, energy security, and adaptation measures.

India has asserted the need for the United Nations climate conference in Belém, Brazil, to focus on addressing the critical shortage of resources needed by developing nations to adapt to climate change and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.

During the Global Stock Take breakout session at the pre-COP30 meeting in Brasilia, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav declared that the era of endless reviews without tangible action must end. He emphasized the urgency for ambitious climate measures, particularly focusing on resources essential for adaptation and mitigation in developing countries.

The minister also highlighted the importance of scientific rigor and robust assessments in shaping future climate commitments, calling for strengthened multilateral cooperation to enhance global climate action amid the complex geopolitical backdrop of COP30.

(With inputs from agencies.)