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UAE reaffirms climate commitment, support to multilateral work at 62nd
Session of Subsidiary Bodies of UNFCCC

BONN, GERMANY, 3rd July 2025 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates successfully concluded its participation
at the 62nd Session of the Subsidiary Bodies (SB62) under the United Nations Framework Convention on
Climate Change (UNFCCC), which was held in Bonn, Germany.

The UAE delegation was led by Abdulla Ahmed Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and
Sustainability, who reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to building on the outcomes of COP28 and supporting
continued progress ahead of COP30, which will be held in Belem, Brazil.

Throughout SB62, the UAE actively engaged in all negotiation paths, including climate finance, the Global

Goal on Adaptation, the Just Transition Work Programme, and transparency arrangements under the Paris
Agreement.

The delegation also participated in more than 25 side events and panel discussions, highlighting the UAE's
strategies and initiatives in areas such as clean energy, artificial intelligence, and innovative climate finance
solutions. The delegation further showcased the UAE's efforts to strengthen climate innovation, enhance
international cooperation, and elevate the role of youth in climate policy.

Balalaa emphasised that the UAE remains committed to supporting the multilateral process and building
consensus to deliver practical solutions for climate resilience and sustainable development. His Excellency
stressed the critical importance of carrying forward the spirit of inclusivity achieved at COP28. This was
reflected in the UAE's constructive engagement in discussions and negotiations and its efforts to help bridge
the gap between diverse perspectives.

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