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This vision letter outlines a roadmap for multilevel climate action before, during, and beyond COP30 in Belém.

Aligned with the COP30 Presidency’s Mutirão vision, the group is advancing a shared agenda among subnational networks to ensure meaningful local participation at COP30.

Colombia, Kenya, and Rwanda are strengthening their updated NDCs through deeper engagement with subnational governments.

Held on 26 October 2024 in Cali, Colombia, the 8th Summit for Subnational Governments & Cities highlighted the role of cities and regions in implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity [...]

With LGMA representation from Lusaka Mayor Chilando Chitangala and ICLEI Secretary General Gino Van Begin, the session highlighted successful examples from Brazil, Kenya, and Colombia.

This is part of a growing global effort to place local priorities at the center of national and international climate decision-making.

Subnational governments can engage with their national governments, shift the trajectory of the climate emergency, and push for inclusive, multilevel climate action.

Upon the invitation by COP29 Azeri Presidency, at a Member States briefing in Geneva the Global Cities Hub urged full inclusion of subnationals in COP30 processes.

This first report from the GlobalABC Subnationals Action Group shows how subnational governments can strengthen multilevel action and partnerships in building policies.

With strong support from national and local leaders, including the Minister of Cities, this initiative marks a key step toward advancing climate federalism and leaves a lasting legacy for future [...]