Today, November 11, 2025, COP30 has officially kicked off in Belém, Brazil—making history as the first UN climate summit hosted deep in the Amazon region. 🌎🌳
Set against the lush backdrop of the rainforest, this summit brings fresh urgency to global talks on deforestation and biodiversity. Here’s what’s on the agenda:
- Halting deforestation across the Amazon basin
- Securing climate finance for vulnerable communities
- Centering indigenous knowledge in policy solutions
Delegates from over 190 countries and regions have arrived—environment ministers, activists and indigenous leaders among them. The summit runs until November 20, promising a busy week of debates and workshops. 💬
The Amazon rainforest, often called the lungs of the planet, has faced record deforestation rates in recent years. COP30 organizers hope that hosting the summit here will spotlight the urgent need to protect this vital ecosystem. 🐆🌿
For young travelers and climate activists, Belém is buzzing with workshops, pop-up exhibitions and networking events that blend science with local culture—think ecological art shows in riverfront plazas and hackathons for green tech innovations. 🎨🔋
As the summit unfolds this week, all eyes are on whether world leaders can agree on new commitments to curb emissions and fund forest preservation. Stay tuned for the latest updates from the Amazon frontlines! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
