Slow pace of climate pledges
As the September deadline looms, Brazil has called on world leaders to submit stronger climate plans. Only a small number of governments have done so, while major contributors to global emissions—including China and the EU—are yet to provide updated pledges.
Crucial September meeting
On 25 September, Brazil will host a special meeting alongside the UN general assembly in New York. The session aims to gather outstanding nationally determined contributions (NDCs), which will feed into a UN synthesis report assessing global progress toward the Paris Agreement’s 1.5C goal.
Leadership appeal from Brazil
André Corrêa do Lago, Brazil’s chief climate diplomat and president of Cop30, reminded countries that NDCs represent “a vision of our shared future.” He warned that weak pledges would require additional commitments at Cop30 itself. Brazil is counting on China to bring forward an ambitious plan.
Belém under pressure
Logistics for the summit are proving challenging. Belém, the Amazonian host city, has limited hotel space compared with the 50,000 expected attendees. Prices have surged, raising fears that poorer nations, civil society, and media groups could be excluded. Cruise ships and rental schemes have been introduced, but doubts remain.
