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7/7/25, 3:12 PM UAE Reaffirms Climate Commitment At UNFCCC SB62 Session - OneArabia
UAE Reaffirms Commitment To Climate Action And Multilateral Cooperation At
UNFCCC SB62

By OneArabia
Published: Thursday, July 3, 2025, 19:39 [GST] The United Arab Emirates recently wrapped up its involvement in the 62nd Session of the Subsidiary Bodies
(SB62) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Bonn, Germany. Leading the UAE delegation was Abdulla Ahmed Balalaa,
Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability. He reiterated the UAE's dedication to advancing outcomes from COP28 and supporting progress
towards COP30 in Belém, Brazil.

Throughout SB62, the UAE actively participated in various negotiation paths. These included climate finance, the Global Goal on Adaptation, and transparency
arrangements under the Paris Agreement. The delegation also engaged in over 25 side events and panel discussions. They highlighted strategies in clean energy,
artificial intelligence, and innovative climate finance solutions.

Balalaa emphasised that the UAE is committed to supporting multilateral processes and building consensus for practical climate solutions. He highlighted the
importance of inclusivity achieved at COP28. This was evident through the UAE's constructive engagement in discussions and efforts to bridge diverse perspectives.

The Ministry of Culture organised a cultural event during SB62 under the Adaptation agenda. This event showcased how heritage and traditional knowledge contribute
to building climate resilience. It underscored the UAE’s comprehensive approach to sustainable development.

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