The Ministerial on Climate Action (MoCA) is an annual high-level meeting that brings together climate envoys from the European Union, China, and Canada. The EU, Canada and China continue to join forces to encourage global ambition in the implementation of climate action, outside of the U.S. leadership on climate action. This year’s MoCA, scheduled for July 22-23 in Wuhan, China, gains additional significance as it welcomes Brazil to the table and comes at a crucial juncture in global climate negotiations.
MoCA serves as an important platform for these influential nations to align their climate strategies and build momentum for the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan. The timing of this year’s meeting is particularly noteworthy, following closely on the heels of the EU elections in June and China’s Communist Party’s third plenary session in mid-July.
Key topics expected to dominate discussions include:
- Establishing a new climate finance goal, a critical issue for COP29
- Encouraging countries to submit updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) ahead of the February 2025 deadline
- Addressing the mounting pressure on Azerbaijan to present a clear plan and vision for COP29, now just four months away
As global leaders grapple with these pressing issues, MoCA 2024 stands as a vital opportunity to bridge divides, foster cooperation, and pave the way for meaningful progress at COP29. The outcomes of this ministerial meeting could significantly influence the direction and ambition of international climate action in the coming years.
