Fiji Co-Facilitates 2026 Climate Change and Oceans Dialogue

Fiji has been selected as a co-facilitator for the 2026 Climate Change and Oceans Dialogue, working with Brazil and the COP30 presidency. This decision received support at COP29 and indicates Fiji’s commitment to climate action and ocean conservation.

Fiji has been appointed as a co-facilitator for the 2026 Climate Change and Oceans Dialogue, as announced by the Government. This dialogue will take place under the auspices of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and will be organized in partnership with Brazil and the incoming COP30 presidency. The selection process at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, last year saw unanimous support from all developing country parties for Fiji’s nomination.

According to a government update, the co-facilitation will occur on a rotational basis. In 2025, Brazil will co-facilitate the dialogue, supported by Fiji. Subsequently, in 2026, Fiji, represented by Dr. Sivendra Michael, the permanent secretary for Environment and Climate Change, will take the lead. Carlos Márcio Bicalho Cozendey from Brazil is scheduled to oversee the dialogue in 2025.

This appointment underscores Fiji’s continuous dedication to combating climate change and promoting ocean conservation. The Government emphasizes the importance of this leadership role in terms of both environmental responsibility and international cooperation.

In conclusion, Fiji’s role as a co-facilitator for the 2026 Climate Change and Oceans Dialogue demonstrates its commitment to climate issues and collaborative efforts on an international stage. The rotational co-facilitation with Brazil further emphasizes the importance of cooperation among nations in addressing pressing environmental concerns.

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