The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) is participating in the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil, from 10 to 21 November 2025, under the theme “A Decade of Acceleration and Delivery.” The Conference brings together world leaders, policymakers, private-sector representatives, and global stakeholders to examine priority measures for addressing climate change, present new national plans for climate action, and follow up on progress made in implementing the financial commitments announced at COP29.

ICESCO’s delegation to COP30 includes Dr. Muhammad Sharif, Advisor at the Science and Environment Sector; Dr. Fahman Fathurrahman, Expert at the same sector; and Ms. Manuela Nicoletti, external expert at the Culture and Communication Sector. Throughout the Conference, the delegation will present ICESCO’s methodology for addressing climate challenges through education, scientific research, and cultural engagement, in addition to participating in meetings aimed at strengthening cooperation with international partners.

As part of its program of activities at the Conference, ICESCO is organizing eight side events in cooperation with various partners in the Blue Zone, the area designated for UN-accredited negotiations and high-level events. These sessions will address key topics such as food systems and sustainable agriculture, climate finance, innovative green technologies, ecosystem- and nature-based solutions, and urban resilience. The activities will also feature ICESCO initiatives that support Member States in building sustainable and adaptable societies.

One of the main dialogues will include a recorded address by ICESCO Director-General, Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, in which he will outline the Organization’s priorities in climate action and the role of education, science, and culture in building resilient communities.