Tanzania is set to prioritize climate finance, adaptation, and greenhouse gas emission reduction at the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN climate change convention (COP31) in Türkiye. The conference, scheduled for November 9-20, will bring countries together to negotiate climate action and financing. Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Vice-President's Office, Dr. Latifa Mohammed Khamis, outlined Tanzania's priorities while opening a meeting of permanent secretaries on the country's preparations for the conference.
Dr. Khamis emphasized that Tanzania's negotiating position should reflect the priorities of both Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, as well as the needs of key sectors such as agriculture, water, energy, health, infrastructure, forests, ecosystems, marine resources, and the blue economy. The country's priorities will also provide an opportunity to advance clean energy, food security, environmental conservation, green industries, and youth participation. This approach aims to address the country's development needs and climate resilience.
Tanzania will focus on implementing the Paris Agreement, technology transfer, capacity building, carbon markets under Article 6, and addressing loss and damage caused by climate change. These areas are crucial for the country's climate action and financing efforts. By prioritizing these issues, Tanzania seeks to advance its development needs and climate resilience.
Dr. Khamis called on experts to complete the conference action plan, including preparations for side events, bilateral meetings, and activities at Tanzania's exhibition pavilion. This will ensure that the country is well-prepared for the conference and can effectively negotiate its priorities. The action plan will also help to showcase Tanzania's climate action efforts and achievements.
COP31 will provide a platform for countries to negotiate climate action and financing. Tanzania is seeking to advance issues relevant to its development needs and climate resilience. The country's participation in the conference is crucial for its climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts.
The conference will bring together countries to discuss climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. Tanzania's priorities at COP31 reflect its commitment to addressing the impacts of climate change. The country's efforts to advance clean energy, food security, and environmental conservation are critical for its sustainable development.
Tanzania's preparations for COP31 are underway, with the country seeking to advance its climate action and financing efforts. The conference will provide a critical opportunity for Tanzania to engage with other countries and stakeholders on climate change issues.
Key points
- Tanzania to prioritize climate finance, adaptation, and greenhouse gas emission reduction at COP31
- The country will focus on implementing the Paris Agreement and addressing loss and damage caused by climate change
- Tanzania seeks to advance issues relevant to its development needs and climate resilience at COP31
