Last month, Brazil's presidency of COP30 wrapped up in Belém, but the conversation is far from over 🌎. Negotiators couldn't agree on a timeline to phase out fossil fuels, sparking fresh debates on what comes next.
In an exclusive interview, CGTN's Paulo Cabral sat down with André Corrêa do Lago, president of COP30, to unpack the conference's main achievements and Brazil's next steps.
Building on Belém
Corrêa do Lago highlighted that COP30 brought governments, companies, and young climate activists together like never before. While the phase-out proposal didn't reach consensus, he sees this as the start of a more focused push in 2026.
Brazil's roadmap
The president of COP30 outlined a three-part strategy to keep the momentum alive:
- Keep global talks rolling on a realistic fossil fuel exit plan 🔥
- Boost investment in renewable energy and green jobs 🌱
- Host regional forums to align local actions before COP31
Corrêa do Lago reminded everyone that the end of COP30 doesn't mean the work is over. 'We're turning dialogue into real change on the ground,' he added. As we look ahead to 2026, Brazil aims to lead the charge toward a cleaner, fairer future.
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Exclusive: The president of COP30 talks fossil fuels, climate change
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