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COP30 Day 9 Summary: Tuesday 18th November 2025

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Day 9 of COP30 in Belém marked a shift from technical discussions to more politically charged negotiations. With ministers arriving, draft decision text released, and civil society voices growing louder, the summit entered a more intense phase. The day brought signs of progress, particularly around the long-debated question of fossil fuels, but it also revealed clear divisions on finance, justice, and the pace of the global transition.
COP30 Summary

Ministers Unite Behind Fossil Fuel Roadmap

One of the most notable developments of the day was a joint statement by more than 80 countries calling for a clear and structured roadmap to move away from fossil fuels. Ministers from several continents stood together at a press conference to emphasise that a transition away from coal, oil, and gas must be central to the COP30 outcome.
Although the statement used broad language, the number of countries involved made it an important political signal. Their message suggested that the debate has moved beyond whether to address fossil fuels and towards how quickly and fairly the transition should happen. For many observers, this emerging unity represents a significant move forward compared with previous climate summits where the issue often stalled.

Youth And Civil Society Demand Faster, Fairer Action

Youth groups and civil society organisations were highly visible on Day 9. A global youth statement, signed by more than 30,000 young people from over 100 countries, called for a rapid and just phase-out of fossil fuels. Their statement also pushed for climate finance built on principles of fairness, and for stronger recognition of intergenerational responsibility, highlighting concerns that current global efforts remain too slow and do not fully reflect the realities faced by younger generations.
Protestors, many from Indigenous and frontline communities, marched through Belém calling for protection of land rights, stronger action on deforestation, and a climate transition that does not sacrifice vulnerable people. Their presence added a sense of urgency to the negotiations and reminded delegates that decisions made inside the venue have real consequences beyond it.

Human Rights, Protests And Indigenous Access Under Scrutiny

Concerns about access, security, and participation also shaped Day 9. UN human rights specialists raised alarms about restricted areas around the venue, which they said could limit freedom of assembly and prevent Indigenous groups from participating fully. Large protests throughout the day highlighted frustration with what some groups see as insufficient transparency and overly heavy security.
Activists stressed that the Amazon’s future cannot be negotiated without the full and meaningful involvement of the people who live there. These concerns added a parallel narrative to the international talks, reminding delegates that climate action must also respect human rights and democratic participation.

New Clean-Energy Agreement In The Amazon Region

Away from the main negotiations, Brazil announced a significant clean-energy partnership with the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet. The agreement aims to expand access to renewable energy across the Amazon, particularly in remote communities that currently rely on diesel generators or have limited electricity access.
The partnership will focus on financing, technical support, and knowledge-sharing to help scale up clean-energy projects. This development connects climate goals with social and economic progress in one of the world’s most important ecosystems. It also reflects the Brazilian government’s efforts to position the Amazon at the centre of global climate solutions.
Day 9 of COP30 demonstrated both the energy and complexity of the climate negotiations. Ministers presented a united front on the need to move away from fossil fuels, youth activists demanded greater urgency, and the presidency introduced a draft text containing long-awaited transition language. Yet major questions remain on finance, justice, and the final form of the agreement. As the summit moves into its final days, the decisions made now will shape not only the outcome of COP30 but also the global climate path for the years ahead.

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