Seeks faster emission cuts, predictable finance from developed nations; joins Brazil’s ‘Tropical Forests Forever Facility’ as Observer
New Delhi: India reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to equitable and inclusive climate action at the Leaders’ Summit of the 30th Conference of Parties (CoP30) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held in Belém, Brazil, on November 7, 2025.
Delivering India’s National Statement, Ambassador of India to Brazil, Shri Dinesh Bhatia, reiterated that India’s approach to climate action is guided by the principles of equity, national circumstances, and Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC).
India Reaffirms Paris Agreement Principles
Marking the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement and 33 years since the Rio Summit, India underscored that the current moment is both a time for reflection and renewed commitment. “The Rio Summit laid the foundation for global climate governance based on equity and shared responsibility,” India’s statement noted.
India also welcomed Brazil’s initiative to establish the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF), calling it a vital step for collective global action to protect tropical forests. India announced its decision to join the initiative as an Observer.
Achievements in Low-Carbon Growth
Highlighting India’s achievements under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, the statement pointed out that India reduced its emission intensity of GDP by 36% between 2005 and 2020, and achieved over 50% non-fossil fuel capacity in its energy mix — five years ahead of the revised Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) target.
India has created an additional carbon sink of 2.29 billion tonnes of CO₂ equivalent between 2005 and 2021 through forest and tree cover expansion. With nearly 200 GW of installed renewable energy capacity, India is now the world’s third-largest producer of renewable energy.
Global initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance (ISA) — now comprising over 120 countries — were cited as examples of India’s commitment to promoting affordable renewable energy and South–South cooperation.
Call for Fair Support from Developed Nations
India’s statement emphasized that, despite developing countries taking decisive steps, global ambition remains inadequate. It called upon developed nations to accelerate emission reductions and ensure adequate, predictable, and timely climate finance to support the transition in developing economies.
“Affordable finance, technology access, and capacity building are essential for implementing ambitious climate targets,” the statement noted, adding that equitable and concessional climate finance remains central to achieving global climate goals.
Commitment to Multilateralism and Implementation
Reaffirming India’s commitment to multilateralism and the Paris Agreement framework, the country urged all nations to ensure that the next decade of climate action focuses not only on targets but also on implementation, resilience, and shared responsibility.
India reiterated its readiness to collaborate globally to develop and implement sustainable solutions that are ambitious, inclusive, fair, and equitable, consistent with CBDR-RC and respective national capacities.
