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World needs global fund for biodiversity to support developing countries: Egypt’s Environment Minister
This came during a consultation with the various regional groups on the side-lines of the UN Biodiversity Conference: COP15 in Montréal on Sunday.
Egypt’s Environment Minister reviews projects to restore the ecological balance of Lake Qarun
The minister noted that restoring Lake Qarun to its original state provides a greater opportunity for tourism investment and fish farming
Egypt’s Environment Minister, Tajikistan’s Ambassador discuss bilateral cooperation
Fouad expressed her sincere appreciation for the cooperation between the two countries to support environmental work in all fields and environmental issues, pointing out that the signing of an MoU between the two countries in 2019 aims to activate bilateral cooperation on a number of issues of common interest, including issues of climate change in terms of adaptation, mitigation, biodiversity, and protection of ecosystems, as well as issues related to how to benefit from water and its uses in agriculture.
COP27 Parties remain divided on a number of significant issues: António Guterres
There is clearly a breakdown in trust between North and South and between developed and emerging economies: Guterres
Global community possesses spirit of unity in climate debate, lacks action: Sherry Rehman
Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman on Sunday said the world at the global forum of UN Climate COP-27 had a spirit of unity, collaboration and cooperation but there was lack of action hindering the way to a climate resilient future. In her keynote address at the Parliamentary Meeting at the 27th United …
COP27: Pakistan’s Climate Change Minister says Climate action a battle to save our present
Senator Rehman also spoke at a panel discussion titled ‘The Broken Bargain between the North and the South’ at the Pakistan Pavilion at COP27
Environment Minister launches carbon credit exchange during COP27
Announcement comes within Finance Day in Blue Zone
Opinion| COP27 begins with inclusion of Loss and Damage on agenda
The outgoing COP President Alok Sharma formally passed on the Presidency to HE Sameh Shoukry. India appreciates the efforts put in by the UK during their Presidency and wishes that Egypt takes the efforts to combat climate change further with more meaningful outcomes.
Opinion| Fighting global warming becomes more challenging at COP27
Russian businesses show promise on climate targets despite political tensions
Delayed climate justice is a death sentence for the vulnerable: Sherry Rehman at COP27
“There is a race against time now for adapting to the climate crisis, and those with better resources will adapt faster, whereas, for others, it will be delayed. In every country, the vulnerable will be the first to go down, and we are here to serve the reminder that delaying climate justice for the vulnerable …
Citi GPS releases new climate research ahead of COP27
The new research, which underscores the importance of increased private and public sector engagement to address complex global issues, will be discussed at the COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Plastic Bank announces its official participation in COP27
We are putting forward our ideas to promote the concept of a circular and sustainable economy: Plastic Bank Regional Director
COP27: Egypt’s Irrigation Minister attends opening of Swedish Business Pavilion
The minister praised the support provided by the Swedish Development Cooperation Agency to Egypt and Africa
New research shows commitments for forests are nowhere near what’s needed to reach Paris Agreement ambition
The world is not on track to achieve forest goals of ending and reversing deforestation by 2030, critical for a credible pathway to the 1.5°C Paris Agreement goal, according to a new report by the UN-REDD Programme, UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) and the Green Gigaton Challenge (GGC). It finds that for the …
Art and media play important role to raise climate awareness: Mahmoud Mohieldin
Sharm El-Sheikh – Mahmoud Mohieldin, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for Egypt, confirmed the important role of art and media in raising awareness about climate issues. His remarks came during his participation in a session about the role of art in addressing climate change on the first day of COP27, with the participation of Hala …
The time has come to move from negotiations to implementation: COP27 President
Shoukry’s remarks came after he was formally elected as the COP27 president by the parties during the opening plenary session.
Egypt Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry elected as COP27 President
COP27 places loss and damage funding on its agenda, says Egypt Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry
COP27 kicks off in Sharm El-Sheikh amid wide international turnout
Egypt to launch several initiatives on climate during COP27
15,000 COP27 participants from different nationalities arrive in Sharm El-Sheikh Airport
Governor of South Sinai Khaled Fouda said that Sharm El-Sheikh Airport received 7,500 participants of different nationalities on Friday, bringing the total number of participants who arrived in Sharm El-Sheikh over the course of only two days to 15,000 participants.
Madbouly highlights Algeria’s summit, COP27 preparations at Cabinet meeting
The prime minister began the meeting by noting that President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi’s participation in the Arab Summit in Algeria comes within the framework of the Egyptian state’s keenness to strengthen the bonds of cooperation and brotherhood with all brotherly Arab countries and in continuation of Egypt’s pivotal role in strengthening efforts to advance joint action mechanisms for the benefit of all Arab peoples.
British Council highlights roles of education, culture, and creativity in addressing climate change at COP27
The British Council supports COP27 by bringing an inclusive voice to the summit, engaging with networks of young Egyptians, education professionals, students, academics, researchers, artists, civil society leaders and policymakers to participate in meaningful dialogue and bring about real change for our planet.
Government discusses latest preparations for COP27
COP27 will witness the announcement of the details of the projects presented within the national platform for green projects, the “NWFI” programme, as well as preparations for the launch of the Sharm El-Sheikh Fair Funding Guide. In addition it will witness the announcement of start-ups working in the field of climate technology.
Opinion| Gender equality is at the forefront of COP27
Women constitute the largest share of the world populations, close to 1.9 billion across all continents. Unfortunately, at my home country, Uganda, a couple of women were violated through sexual harassment and isolation from different activities.
Egypt’s Environment Minister highlights preparations for hosting COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh
Fouad stressed Egypt’s keenness to involve everyone in climate change solutions
Egypt, French Development Agency discuss joint cooperation in preparation for COP27
During the meeting, the officials discussed the ongoing development cooperation programmes with the French side, which reflect the strength of Egyptian-French relations at all levels.
Environment Minister declares Sharm El-Sheikh free of single-use plastic bags
Fouad says many measures taken to limit the use of single-use plastic bags to protect environment and marine life
The five regional forums are an actual translation of COP27’s vision: Egypt’s Climate Champion
Mohiedin made his remarks during the recent opening session of the Europe and Central Asia Regional Forum for Climate Action held in Geneva by Egypt’s presidency of the COP27 and the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE).
Egypt gears up to open first floating dock in Sharm El-Sheikh in preparation for COP27
The Na’ama Bay Yacht Club contains many complementary tourist services and activities, such as a tourist restaurant overlooking the marina, in addition to mooring services for diving boats, excursion yachts, and tourist yachts.
Water, Environment Ministers discuss outcomes of coastal adaptation to climate change
Egypt exerts efforts to adapt to climatic changes in Mediterranean region
Egypt’s Environment Minister inaugurates Glasgow-Sharm El-Sheikh Action Programme workshop
Egypt was keen to work with development partners on an initiative focused on food and adaptation (FAST)