With only one out of 24 topics agreed upon at COP28, time is running out for the summit to reach a consensus. Key achievements include a breakthrough in the ‘loss and damage fund’ and commitments of over $186 million on Nature Day, but major issues like adaptation finance and the transition away from fossil fuels still need to be resolved.
President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus will address the urgent need for climate action in the eastern Mediterranean at COP28. He will focus on implementing the Cyprus initiative on climate change, accelerating global efforts to meet Paris Agreement goals, highlighting the region’s vulnerability, and advocating for global cooperation for a sustainable future.
Pope Francis’ attendance at the COP28 climate conference in Dubai is historic, marking the first time a pope participates in the U.N. climate meeting since its inception. His presence underscores the Vatican’s commitment to environmental advocacy and highlights the critical role religious leadership plays in the global dialogue on climate change action.
