Antalya:Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa, representing President Mahmoud Abbas, attended the opening of the World Leaders' Climate Summit in Antalya, Türkiye. The summit is part of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) and includes participation from various world leaders, heads of government, and senior officials.
According to Palestine news & Information Agency – WAFA – English, Prime Minister Mustafa is expected to engage in several meetings with officials and representatives from different countries and international organizations. These discussions will focus on the environmental impacts of Israeli occupation on Palestine, including the destruction of infrastructure and public utilities, and the effects on natural resources and vital sectors.
Furthermore, the meetings aim to garner international support for projects in renewable energy, sustainable development, and environmental protection, thereby enhancing Palestine's ability to combat climate change. The summit, themed 'Towards a Sustainable, Resilient and Equitable Future,' will address ways to enhance international climate action, accelerate climate commitments, and support the countries and communities most affected by climate change impacts.
The Prime Minister is joined by several key officials, including Palestine's Permanent Observer to the United Nations, Ambassador Riyad Mansour; Ambassador of Palestine to Türkiye, Nasri Abu Jaish; and Head of the Environment Quality Authority, Zaghloul Samhan.