Ethiopia Participates in Brussels Stakeholders’ Dialogue on Food and Agriculture on the Road to COP31 and COP32: From Antalya to Addis Ababa
Ethiopia participated in a stakeholders’ dialogue on “Food and Agriculture on the Road to COP31 and COP32: From Antalya to Addis Ababa,” held in Brussels and organised by Clim-Eat, AgriCord and Trias on behalf of the High-Level Panel for a Just Rural Transition.
Mr. Semungus Habtegiyorgis, Deputy Head of Mission, delivered opening remarks, highlighting the importance of aligning climate action, agriculture and food systems to advance food security, climate resilience and sustainable development. He reaffirmed Ethiopia’s commitment to placing agriculture at the centre of its preparations for COP32, emphasising farmer-centred approaches, increased climate finance, gender-responsive policies and stronger international partnerships. He also stressed the importance of building on the outcomes of COP31 in Antalya and strengthening international cooperation to mobilise investment and scale up sustainable, climate-resilient agrifood systems ahead of COP32 in Addis Ababa.
The event also featured interactive panel discussions, bringing together representatives from public and private stakeholders to explore opportunities for strengthening the alignment between food and climate agendas, addressing existing gaps and identifying pathways for more integrated and sustainable food system
