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Grenada to showcase impact of Hurricane Beryl at COP29

Grenada to showcase impact of Hurricane Beryl at COP29

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Prime Minister and CARICOM Chairman, Dickon Mitchell is set to deliver a compelling address on behalf of Grenada and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) during the World Leaders Summit at the Conference of Parties (COP29) in Azerbaijan.

Minister for Climate Resilience, the Environment, and Renewable Energy, Kerryne James, who is part of Grenada’s COP29 delegation will represent the country in key ministerial dialogues, negotiations, and bilateral meetings, underscoring Grenada’s commitment to climate resilience and sustainable development. James is set to lead the Global Stock Take (GST) Dialogue on behalf of CARICOM.

The Grenada delegation will also showcase the impacts of Hurricane Beryl and Grenada’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) at the CARICOM Pavilion, focusing on the island’s strategic actions to bolster resilience against climate threats. This presentation aligns with the conference’s broader aim of elevating discussions on climate financing and adaptation for the Caribbean and other vulnerable regions.

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