Important Steps for Muğla’s Future at COP29 Climate Summit by Mayor Aras

20 Nov Important Steps for Muğla’s Future at COP29 Climate Summit by Mayor Aras

Muğla Metropolitan Mayor Ahmet Aras Attended COP29 Climate Summit Held in Baku, the Capital of Azerbaijan.

The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has commenced in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. COP29, one of the most significant global events addressing climate change issues, has seen participation from approximately 72,000 people representing 169 countries. The conference is being held in and around temporary areas set up within the Baku Olympic Stadium.

President Aras: “We Continue International Collaborations To Carry Muğla Towards A More Resilient, Sustainable, And Livable Future.”

 Muğla Metropolitan Mayor Ahmet Aras attended the COP29 Climate Summit to address issues that have become more prominent in recent years, such as climate change, drought, and water scarcity. His aim was to collaborate on strengthening Muğla’s infrastructure, addressing drinking water deficiencies, and securing funding for these projects.

During the summit, Mayor Aras met with key figures, including Joanna Masic, Leader of the World Bank’s Sustainable Cities Program, Leo Bejarano, Head of the Barcelona Climate Change Office, and Keiichiro Asao, Japan’s Minister of the Environment. He held a productive meeting with Joanna Masic to explore potential funding opportunities from the World Bank for infrastructure projects in Muğla. In addition, Mayor Aras met Leo Bejarano to discuss joint projects with Barcelona aimed at tackling climate change, resulting in a commitment to collaborate on initiatives addressing the climate crisis.

Mayor Aras: “We have been feeling the effects of the climate crisis more intensely in our province in recent years. In line with our vision of a World City Muğla, we participated in COP29 to contribute to combating climate change, adapt to global processes, and share knowledge. During the summit, I had the chance to meet with World Bank officials, Japan’s Minister of Environment, and the Head of the Barcelona Climate Change Office. We will continue strengthening international cooperation to create a more resilient, sustainable, and livable future for Muğla.”