Antalya:The 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change is set to commence on Monday in Antalya, Turkey. This year's event will convene heads of state, senior officials, academics, and civil society representatives from around the globe in the Mediterranean resort city.
According to Emirates News Agency, the summit, which first took place in Berlin in 1995, serves as a platform for participating countries to evaluate progress in combating climate change, develop shared solutions, and make crucial decisions that will influence global climate policies. Turkey will preside over the conference, which runs from November 9 to 20, focusing on sustainable development and climate policy decisions.
The conference venue in Antalya spans 1.1 million square meters and is organized under the theme "COP of the Future - COP of Implementation." The event will center on dialogue, consensus, and action, with activities taking place in the Blue Zone and Green Zone. The Blue Zone will host official UN negotiations, high-level meetings, and side events on various climate-related topics, while the Green Zone is designed to foster public participation through exhibitions, panels, and workshops.
Security will be enhanced with 27,957 personnel from police, gendarmerie, and coast guard units. Additionally, 630 low-emission buses will be available for participants, supplied by 25 municipalities.