The globe witnessed the many varied ways in which the region’s countries are contributing to the discourse at this year’s Cop26. And now, the Middle East is demonstrating that it not only wants to be a part of the answer, but also a home for it. The most recent example occurred on Thursday, when it was revealed that the UAE will host Cop28 in 2023. The leaders of the United Arab Emirates congratulated the country on winning the bid to host the “most significant” of gatherings. After the news, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, tweeted that the UAE would do everything possible to make Cop28 a success.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, said the UAE was looking forward to “working with the international community to accelerate global efforts to address climate change and environmental protection and create a more sustainable economic future.” “Cop28 in 2023 will and must be a ‘solutions Cop’ – and I am confident that this young, inclusive nation’s rich experience in advancing practical, viable, and shareable solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges will once again come to the fore as we host the world for the UN Climate Change Conference in two years,” he said, according to Wam.