Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other world leaders gathered in Dubai for the COP28 World Climate Action summit. The leaders were seen posing for the customary 'family photograph' as the summit got underway on Friday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen interacting with various World leaders including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and European Union President Ursula von der Leyen.
Britain's King Charles III was also present at the event and posed for the family photo along with other global leaders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived in Dubai to attend the climate conference, COP28.
"Landed in Dubai to take part in the COP-28 Summit. Looking forward to the proceedings of the Summit, which are aimed at creating a better planet," PM Modi wrote on X after his arrival in UAE.
The climate conference, which begins today, will see a range of global leaders, more than 130 heads of states and governments and environmental activists in Dubai.
Here are the LIVE Updates on COP28 Summit:
India and Sweden on Friday launched LeadIT 2.0, an initiative aimed at co-developing and transferring low-carbon technology along with offering financial support for industry transition in developing nations. "The LeadIT (Leadership for Industry Transition) initiative is a prime example of this," PM Modi said.
- LeadIT focuses on developing a transition roadmap and sharing knowledge within the iron, steel, cement, and transport sectors.
- Currently, 18 countries and 20 companies are part of the LeadIT group, he said.
- LeadIT 2.0 will focus on an inclusive and equitable industry transition, co-development and transfer of low-carbon technology, along with financial support for industry transition in developing nations.
- India and Sweden inaugurated an "industry transition platform" designed to link governments, technology providers, researchers, and think tanks.
"The Earth does not belong to us, we belong to the Earth."
- The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) December 1, 2023
- His Majesty The King speaks at the the Opening Ceremony of the World Climate Action Summit at #COP28.
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres urged world leaders at the COP28 climate summit to plan for a future without fossil fuels, saying there was no other way to curb global warming.
- More than 130 countries agreed to prioritise food and agriculture in their national climate plans at COP28 in Dubai.
- A total of 134 countries who produce 70 percent of the food eaten worldwide signed the declaration, summit hosts the United Arab Emirates said.
- The declaration said that countries will strengthen efforts to integrate food systems into their emissions-cutting plans.
- Nations would also pursue efforts to support farmers and other vulnerable food producers.
- It also emphasised the importance of restoring land and reducing food loss.
Incontro con PM @GiorgiaMeloni dell'Italia a margine del #COP 28 Summit.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
Confido negli sforzi congiunti di India e Italia per un futuro prospero e sostenibile. pic.twitter.com/zdCSLHOKya
An excellent interaction with UK PM @RishiSunak during the #COP28 Dubai Summit. Strong India-UK friendship helps create a better future for the coming generations. pic.twitter.com/xHazWCAjs3
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
BREAKING: The United Kingdom announces $2 billion contribution to the Green Climate Fund to tackle climate change.
- COP28 UAE (@COP28_UAE) December 1, 2023
The funding commitment by the United Kingdom raises the ambition needed to ensure a transformational COP28 and we encourage global leaders to continue this... pic.twitter.com/3EpJlR4c2Y
Sharing my remarks at Opening Ceremony of High-level segment at @COP28_UAE Summit. https://t.co/gvrlHFWmlv
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
Polish, Latvian and Lithuanian presidents refused to pose for a family photo with world leaders at the COP28 climate summit over the presence of Belarusian strongman Alexander Lukashenko.
"This is called a family photo. Lukashenko does not belong to the family which we want to be a part of," Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said in a statement sent to AFP.
"It would be hypocritical to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the head of state that has become a staging ground for Russia's aggression against Ukraine and to discuss the future of the world and climate change as if nothing happened," Nauseda added.
"Make this COP count.
- COP28 UAE (@COP28_UAE) December 1, 2023
Make this COP a game-changer.
Make this COP the new hope in the future of humankind."
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres @antonioguterres pic.twitter.com/C2fWTN3qer
It's always refreshing to exchange ideas with my friend Mark Rutte of Netherlands. @MinPres pic.twitter.com/3v2HbiutiX
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
It was a privilege to meet His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. His visionary leadership on a wide range of issues is truly commendable. @HHShkMohd pic.twitter.com/73nUkEUAQY
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
Meaningful conversations with @president_uz Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the President of Tajikistan, Mr. Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of COP-28 in Dubai. pic.twitter.com/R6gqHurbSv
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
Delighted to meet His Majesty @KingAbdullahII of Jordan at COP-28. Our discussions were enriching and reflective of our nations' deep-rooted friendship. Looking forward to strengthening our ties further. pic.twitter.com/kOt2DuJmHI
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
Glad to join the COP-28 Summit, a pivotal platform for global climate action. Looking forward to engaging in meaningful dialogues and collaborations for a sustainable future. I thank my brother HH @MohamedBinZayed and @UN Secretary General Mr. @antonioguterres for the warm... pic.twitter.com/uLNC8Cdy78
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023
#WATCH | Dubai, UAE: World leaders attending the #COP28 Summit pose for a family photograph pic.twitter.com/LZEuk1bclJ
- ANI (@ANI) December 1, 2023
#WATCH | Dubai, UAE: PM Narendra Modi, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and UN Secretary-General António Guterres, pose for a photo ahead of the #COP28 Summit pic.twitter.com/5qvaGZujKs
- ANI (@ANI) December 1, 2023
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the venue of the #COP28 Summit in Dubai, UAE. pic.twitter.com/8o1ILX7iar
- ANI (@ANI) December 1, 2023
#WATCH | UAE: Outside visuals from Dubai Exhibition Centre where COP28 is currently underway
- ANI (@ANI) December 1, 2023
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend COP28 today pic.twitter.com/8jvyuIGFfG
#WATCH | Members of the Indian diaspora raise slogans of 'Abki Baar Modi Sarkar' and 'Vande Mataram' as Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the hotel in Dubai pic.twitter.com/fQvnFv6Sxs
- ANI (@ANI) November 30, 2023