Brazil has named automotive industry executive Dan Ioschpe as its official “climate champion” for the COP30 summit, to be held in Belém this November.
In a notable shift toward business-led climate diplomacy, Dan Ioschpe, chairman of Iochpe-Maxion, will represent Brazil as its climate champion ahead of the 2025 UN Climate Summit (COP30).
Ioschpe, who also sits on the boards of major Brazilian firms including aerospace manufacturer Embraer, will serve under COP30 president Andre Correa do Lago, a senior Brazilian diplomat. His primary role will be to engage the private sector and rally voluntary commitments to reduce emissions.
“I look forward to working with him to advance the implementation of the Paris Agreement,” said Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC.
Ioschpe previously chaired the B20 — the business arm of the G20 — during Brazil’s 2024 presidency. He has been active in international negotiations and dialogue at the intersection of trade, business, and climate.
Brazil’s appointment signals a pragmatic turn for COP30, highlighting the government’s intent to align private sector growth with global climate goals.
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France will expel Algerian diplomats in response to Algiers' decision to expel French officials, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced on Wednesday, signaling a further deterioration in diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Saudi Arabia fully supports the ongoing nuclear negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud said, expressing hope for a constructive outcome that could ease regional tensions.
Japanese children continue to struggle with mental health issues, ranking 32nd out of 43 developed and emerging countries, according to a new UNICEF report, despite notable improvements in education and strong physical health indicators.
Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson welcomed the PKK's declaration of disarmament and dissolution, calling it an important step toward rejecting violence and strengthening security.
Microsoft has announced 6,000 job cuts, representing nearly 3% of its workforce, as part of a strategy to streamline operations and prioritize investments in artificial intelligence.
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