Overview

The Ministerial Roundtable on Global Climate Transparency will serve as an opportunity to reinforce political commitment to transparency of climate action. Through stock take of progress in preparation and submission of BTRs, it will enhance recognition that BTRs can make impactful contributions and address strategic and practical aspects of ETF. The meeting will also highlight the critical role of transparency in building mutual trust and enhancing international cooperation, ultimately supporting the global effort to combat climate change. Providing a platform for high-level discussions will help to identify and address capacity gaps and technical needs of Parties and to ensure that all countries can be well-prepared to meet their transparency obligations. In this regard, the event will provide a space to engage with key stakeholders to better understand how the BTP can support and meet the needs of Parties most effectively as we mark this pivotal step toward enhancing global climate transparency together.

The event will commend those who have submitted their BTRs and acknowledge the efforts of Parties committed to timely submissions. The COP 29 Presidency will introduce the Baku Declaration on Global Climate Transparency for endorsement, which will become another milestone in operationalization of the BTP and send positive signals aimed at encouraging Parties to deliver on their transparency obligations.