After three days of active discussions and interactive sessions at the COP29 Simulation Conference, the participating youth adopted a final statement. This statement addresses key climate issues, including adaptation and resilience, mitigation strategies, climate finance, and recommendations for developing Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) while also considering the outcomes of the Global Stocktake. 📑
The final day of the Simulation Conference began with opening remarks from Professor Mohamed Loutfi, President and Vice Chancellor of the British University in Egypt. His speech was followed by addresses from Dr. Fariz Ismailzade, Vice Rector of ADA University in Azerbaijan, and Mr. Alessandro Fracassetti, Resident Representative of UNDP Egypt. Participants then had the opportunity to hear keynote speeches from H.E. Dr. Yasmine Fouad, Minister of Environment of the Arab World Egypt, and H.E. Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports, following the screening of the COP Simulation Journey video. 🎥
Before the closing remarks and recognitions delivered by Dr. Sarah Elkhishin, Director of Strategy and Development and University Advisor on SDGs at the The British University in Egypt, participants of the Simulation Conference had the opportunity to present the outcomes of the past three days of discussions and activities. 💭
It is important to highlight that the Final Declaration, adopted after three days of intensive discussions among young participants, will be submitted to the COP29 Azerbaijan Presidency, ensuring that the voices of youth are heard. We extend our best wishes for success in this endeavor and hope for even greater achievements by young people including the youth of Non-Aligned Movement Member States in the ongoing fight against climate change. 🙌🏼🌍
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