President Muizzu attends opening of World Leaders Climate Action Summit at COP 29

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on Tuesday participated in the opening session of the World Leaders Climate Action Summit at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties (COP29).

COP29 began in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Monday and will continue until November 22.

This year’s theme for the summit is “In Solidarity For A Green World”.

The President’s Office said that the COP29 offers a critical opportunity for the Maldives to spotlight its climate resilience initiatives and sustainable development goals.

President Muizzu continues to advocate on the unique challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS), and has consistently raised awareness on climate issues impacting the Maldives.

This is the second COP that President Muizzu is participating in since assuming office in November 2023.

At COP28 in 2023, he outlined his vision for a climate-resilient Maldives, introducing an ambitious nationwide plan to plant five million trees and committing to generate 33 percent of the country’s electricity from renewable sources within five years.

The agenda at COP29 will address key priorities, including setting a new collective financial goal, strengthening international collaboration, and removing obstacles to the development of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Ahead of the opening session, President Muizzu joined other global leaders for a group photo, symbolizing unity in their efforts to address climate change.

He is scheduled to deliver his national address later this afternoon, where he will further share Maldives’ climate goals and resilience strategies.