UAE joins high-level sessions at Petersberg Climate Dialogue

March 28, 2025 / 10:32 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, led the UAE delegation at the Petersberg Climate Dialogue, where he participated in high-level sessions alongside the Federal Chancellor of Germany and several ministers.

Ministerial meetings and reaffirmation of UAE's commitment

Balalaa held a series of ministerial meetings in Berlin, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to international cooperation in climate action, energy transition, water resource management, and sustainable development.

Key discussions with prominent officials

During his visit, Balalaa met with prominent German and international officials, including Stefan Wenzel, Jochen Flasbarth, Eva Kracht, and Simon Stiell. The discussions focused on enhancing multilateral climate efforts, advancing COP28 outcomes, and exploring cooperation opportunities between the UAE and Germany in clean energy and climate finance.

Addressing the 2026 UN Water Conference

The meetings also addressed preparations for the UAE’s co-hosting of the United Nations Water Conference in 2026, emphasizing water's critical role in achieving climate goals and boosting resilience to climate change.

UAE’s commitment to global climate action

Abdulla Balalaa stated that the UAE is committed to working closely with global partners to accelerate climate action and the energy transition. He highlighted the importance of water in enhancing resilience to climate change and ensuring natural resource security.

UAE’s leadership in global climate diplomacy

The visit comes as part of the UAE’s leadership in global climate diplomacy following the successful hosting of COP28 and its ongoing efforts to drive progress toward climate neutrality. The meetings reinforced the UAE's role as a strategic partner in international sustainability, energy, and water resource management.