Bhupender Yadav Calls for Flexibility and Pragmatism Ahead of COP31

October 8, 2026 4:41 PM

Bhupender Yadav Calls for Flexibility and Pragmatism Ahead of COP31

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said that member countries need to show more flexibility, practicality, and mutual respect to clear up remaining differences and achieve ambitious and balanced results at this year's UN climate conference, known as COP31. This upcoming climate conference is set to take place in November in Antalya, Turkiye. He shared these views while speaking at a main meeting in Fiji, which is part of the preparatory talks ahead of COP31 that are co-hosted by Australi...

132 nations call for halt to military operations during Baku climate summit

November 16, 2024 11:22 AM

132 nations call for halt to military operations during Baku climate summit

During Peace, Relief, and Recovery Day at the 2024 UN Climate Conference (COP29), the Presidency on Friday announced that 132 countries, including India, have joined the COP Truce Appeal, an initiative supported by over a thousand international institutions, private sector representatives, civil society organizations, and influential public figures. The "COP Truce" urges nations to halt military operations during the month of the conference. Inspired by the Olympic Truce, this appeal is a powe...