Only registered government representatives and admitted observer organizations (UN System and its specialized Agencies, admitted IGOs and admitted NGOs) may hold a press conference.
There is no cost for use of the press conference room.
Press conferences may be requested from the first to the final day of the conference.
All requests are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis with alternatives being offered if the requested time slot is already reserved. First priority is given to Parties and the Executive Secretary of UN Climate Change.
Each press conference is 30 minutes in length, maximum. Time limits are strictly enforced.
Normal press conference services are provided between the hours of 09:00-18:00 (last slot starts at 17:30; bearing exceptional circumstances).
All press conferences must be requested no later than 16:00 local time the day before the desired date. Requests received after this time will be dealt with; however, the desired time slot cannot be guaranteed.
Titles of press conferences, if any, must be submitted no later than 16:00 local time the day before the desired date.
Same-day requests must be received at least two hours before the requested time.
Once confirmed, every effort will be made to retain reserved dates and times. However, if a priority booking request is received, we will work with the contact person to find a suitable alternative.
Note that attendance is limited to accredited media registered for the conference. Access is also granted to the UN Climate Change communications team plus a limited number of staff from the delegation/organization holding the press conference.