Prime Minister Gaston Browne is set to spearhead Antigua and Barbuda’s delegation at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), scheduled to take place in Belém, Brazil, from November 5 to 21, 2025. The high-profile event will convene global leaders, international organizations, and senior officials to accelerate climate action, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy, carbon markets, and financial mechanisms for adaptation and addressing loss and damage. Browne is anticipated to champion the cause of climate justice and sustainable financing, underscoring the existential threats posed by rising sea levels and extreme weather events to Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The delegation comprises Climate Ambassador Ruleta Camacho-Thomas, Environment Director Diann Black-Layne, and technical experts from the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs. Health Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph will participate in the Ministerial Segment, focusing on discussions related to environmental health and resilience.
Prime Minister to Lead Antigua and Barbuda Delegation to COP30 in Brazil
