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Djibouti defends climate priorities at COP31

Djibouti's delegation, led by the Environment Minister, is in Antalya, T extü rkiye, for climate talks.

Djibouti is participating in the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, T extü rkiye, which opened on Monday, November 9. The conference brings together global delegations to discuss climate change mitigation.

The Djiboutian delegation is led by SEM Mohamed Ahmed Awaleh, the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, and includes the Minister of Energy, SEM Dr Djama Mohamed Hassan, and other national officials. Djibouti, which is highly exposed to climate change impacts, aims to highlight its priorities on adaptation, energy transition, and climate finance.

Through its presence at COP31, Djibouti seeks to reaffirm its commitment to strengthening international partnerships and translating climate commitments into actions for sustainable development.

Why it mattersDjibouti is attending a global climate conference to advocate for its adaptation, energy transition, and climate finance needs.