African Climate Negotiators Demand Action at COP31, Not More Promises
Nana Dr. Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, Chair of the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change, called for COP31 to deliver tangible action rather than more promises.
In Brief
- •Nana Dr. Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, Chair of the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change, called for COP31 to deliver tangible action rather than more promises.
- •Dr. Amoah emphasized Africa's core priorities including adaptation, agriculture, loss and damage, climate finance, and just transition.
- •He called for predictable, scalable, grant-based climate finance for adaptation and criticized any framing of climate support as international charity.
- •Dr. Amoah outlined a strategic roadmap connecting major climate milestones, framing them as 'B2A2A' (Belém to Antalya to Addis Ababa).
Why It Matters
The call for action at COP31 is crucial as global climate negotiations face a critical test of legitimacy. Africa's demands for sustainable development, fair financial architecture, and just energy transitions are essential for building resilient economies and protecting communities. The outcomes of COP31 will set the foundation for future climate negotiations, including COP32 in Addis Ababa in 2027.
Key Details
- COP31 Location
- Antalya, Turkey
- COP32 Location
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- COP32 Date
- 2027
- Strategic Roadmap
- B2A2A (Belém to Antalya to Addis Ababa)
Context & Background
The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) has been working to forge a unified climate strategy ahead of COP31 and COP32, with Ghana hosting high-level meetings to prepare African positions.
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