Saudi energy minister meets COP30 president-designate in Riyadh

Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman (R) holds talks with Andre Correa do Lago in Riyadh. (SPA)
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  • Prince Abdulaziz highlighted the Kingdom’s adoption of the circular carbon economy framework and other national and regional programs to address climate change

RIYADH: Saudi Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman met with COP30 President-designate Andre Correa do Lago in Riyadh on Sunday.

The two officials discussed cooperation on climate action and reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the goals of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Their talks emphasize the importance of inclusive and balanced outcomes that consider national circumstances.

The meeting also reviewed ÂÜÀòÊÓÆµâ€™s climate initiatives, including its efforts to expand renewable energy and to manage, reduce and remove emissions through the Saudi Green and Middle East Green initiatives.

Prince Abdulaziz highlighted the Kingdom’s adoption of the circular carbon economy framework and other national and regional programs to address climate change.

COP30 is scheduled to take place in November in Belem, Brazil.