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Prince William to Represent King at COP30 in Brazil

10/10/2025

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Prince William will represent King Charles at Conference of the Parties 30 (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, 6 November 2025.
The announcement followed a rare joint appearance by Prince William and King Charles at the Natural History Museum in London.
Earthshot Prize Awards in Rio de Janeiro run November 3-5, before COP30.

History

Historical Context

The 2015 COP21 in Paris culminated in the Paris Agreement, where 196 nations, including the UK, committed to limiting global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius. This historic pact aimed to mobilize $100 billion annually for climate finance by 2020, reflecting a significant shift in global climate policy and emphasizing the necessity of international cooperation to combat climate change effectively.

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Story summary

Prince William will represent King Charles at Conference of the Parties 30 (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, 6 November 2025.
The announcement followed a rare joint appearance by Prince William and King Charles at the Natural History Museum in London.
Earthshot Prize Awards in Rio de Janeiro run November 3-5, before COP30.

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