India Highlights Key Outcomes at UNFCCC CoP30 and Reiterates Focus on Equity and Climate Justice
India expressed support for the inclusive leadership of the CoP30 Presidency and welcomed several decisions adopted at the conference during the High-level Statement delivered at the Closing Plenary of the UNFCCC CoP30 in Belém, Brazil.
The statement conveyed India’s appreciation for the CoP President’s leadership, which was described as grounded in inclusion, balance, and the Brazilian practice of Mutirão, guiding the conference with integrity.
Emphasis on Adaptation and Climate Finance
India welcomed progress under the Global Goal on Adaptation and emphasized the equity aspect of the decision, noting that it reflects recognition of the substantial need for adaptation support in developing nations.
A major focus of India’s remarks concerned the long-standing obligations of developed countries to provide Climate Finance. The statement noted India’s appreciation for the Presidency’s efforts in supporting the country in initiating work toward a long-overdue emphasis on Article 9.1. It added that India hopes promises made 33 years ago in Rio will be realized following the initial steps taken by Parties in Belém.
Support for Just Transition and Concerns on Trade Measures
India expressed satisfaction with the establishment of the Just Transition Mechanism, describing it as an important milestone and expressing hope that it will help advance equity and climate justice globally and nationally.
The country also thanked the Presidency for creating space to discuss Unilateral Trade-restrictive Climate Measures. According to the statement, such measures increasingly affect developing nations and contradict the principles of equity and CBDR-RC outlined in the Convention and the Paris Agreement. It added that these issues should not be overlooked and that the Parties have taken initial steps to address them.
Call for Fair Burden Sharing and Global Support
Reaffirming its approach to climate action, India stressed that those with the least responsibility for causing climate change must not be burdened with mitigation obligations. The statement highlighted the need for increased global support for vulnerable populations, most of whom are in the global South, to help them cope with intensifying climate impacts.
India reiterated its commitment to science-based and equitable climate action and stated that it remains dedicated to a global order that is rules-based, equitable, and respectful of national sovereignty. It added that India will continue to work with all Parties to ensure climate ambition remains inclusive, just, and equitable.
Collective Path Forward
The statement reaffirmed India’s support for Brazil and the international community in the period ahead. It urged all Parties to work collectively so that the path from Belém leads toward a future characterized by fairness, solidarity, and shared prosperity.