As the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) kicks off in Baku, Azerbaijan, India is poised to assert its climate priorities, directly aligned with the country’s objectives for sustainable development, energy security, and climate resilience. The Indian delegation, led by Minister of State for Environment Kirti Vardhan Singh, will actively advocate for a fair, inclusive approach to global climate negotiations.
India will emphasize the principle of Common But Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR), urging developed nations to lead on climate action. India aims to ensure that these principles remain central in any agreements made at COP29.
The Indian delegation will emphasize the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG), a critical issue on the COP29 agenda. India will push for stronger climate adaptation commitments, focusing on agriculture, water resources, and urban infrastructure, addressing loss and damage.
The Indian delegation will emphasize the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG), a critical issue on the COP29 agenda. Additionally, India aims to finalize discussions on carbon markets (Article 6 of the Paris Agreement), hoping to establish fair rules for global carbon trading that do not impede development or trade.
With a global climate finance gap still evident, COP29 holds significant potential for setting ambitious goals that can support developing nations in their transition to a low-carbon future. India’s leadership in these negotiations will be crucial to shaping a climate-responsive future for vulnerable countries.
 kicks off in Baku, Azerbaijan, India is poised to assert its climate priorities, directly aligned with the country’s objectives for sustainable development, energy security, and climate resilience.){kind=link}