Belém is buzzing this November as the world’s eyes turn to the Amazon. COP30—the annual UN climate conference—started on November 10, 2025, bringing together heads of state, negotiators, scientists, and activists in the heart of Pará state. 🌍🌿
Last week, ahead of the official opening, environment ministers and envoys met to lay the groundwork. Now the spotlight is on negotiators to turn ambitious pledges into concrete agreements. What will COP30 deliver? Let’s break it down. 🔍
Why Belém?
Dubbed the gateway to the Amazon, Belém’s mix of riverside culture and rainforest backdrop underscores the link between healthy forests and a stable climate. From carimbó rhythms echoing through city streets to local food stalls serving caldo de peixe, the city reminds everyone of what’s at stake.
Top Priorities
- Stronger Emissions Cuts: Countries are hashing out new targets to keep global warming below 1.5°C.
- Climate Finance: Developing nations want richer states to deliver on $100 billion annual funding for adaptation and loss-&-damage.
- Deforestation and Restoration: Debates on ending forest loss and investing in reforestation projects.
- Youth & Indigenous Voices: Amazon communities and young activists are demanding a seat at the table. 🙌
What’s Next?
Negotiators will work through mid-November, aiming to seal a deal before the conference wraps on November 21. Expect late-night huddles, last-minute compromises, and, hopefully, a roadmap for a greener future.
Stay tuned for updates from Belém as COP30 unfolds! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
