India backs UAE's transition agreement

Supports UAE’s call for developed nations to take the lead, but reiterates stand on equitable and just climate action

- Jayashree Nandi

India called for the delivery of means of implementation (climate finance) to ensure COP28's consensus on transitioning away from fossil fuels can be brought to fruition in developing countries.

Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav congratulated UAE on the successful outcome of the first global stocktake while underling the Paris Agreement's principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities.

"India congratulates UAE's COP Presidency for its fairness, transparency and free exchange of thought. We support the proposal of the Presidency on the COP decision document while reiterating the fundamental principles enshrined in the Paris Agreement to act for global good in accordance with national circumstances," Yadav said during the plenary.

"India urges that the determination shown at COP is also substantiated with means to bring it to fruition. This must be based on the principles of equity and climate justice, which is respectful of national circumstances, and where the developed countries take the lead based on their historical contributions," he added.