Mogadishu, Somalia – Somalia’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has initiated preparations for its participation in COP30, the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference set to take place in Brazil later this year.

The move signals the federal government’s intent to elevate Somalia’s voice on the global climate stage and secure greater support for adaptation and resilience.

In a series of internal meetings held in early May, ministry officials outlined key priorities, including climate finance access, regional cooperation within the Horn of Africa, and securing technical partnerships.

Somalia, one of the countries most vulnerable to climate extremes, is seeking to position itself not only as a recipient of international support but as an advocate for justice and equity in climate negotiations.

Environment minister Lt. Gen. Bashir Mohamed Jama  emphasized the urgency of global collaboration. He said, “Somalia’s climate struggle is a global one. We will go to COP30 to ensure our communities are not forgotten.”

With intensifying droughts, flooding, and rising food insecurity, Somalia’s delegation hopes to bring attention to the disproportionate impact of climate change on fragile states and to push for meaningful inclusion in decision-making and funding mechanisms.

COP30 will be held in Belém, Brazil from Monday, November 10 to Friday, November 21.