Ethiopia has been officially selected to host the 32nd United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP32), which is scheduled to take place in Addis Ababa in November 2027.
Key Details of COP32 in Ethiopia
- Official Selection: The decision was finalized and officially announced during the closing plenary of COP30 in Belém, Brazil in November 2025.
- Leadership: Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Gedion Timotheos, has been appointed as the COP32 President-Designate.
- Focus Areas: The summit is expected to highlight African climate priorities, including climate finance, green investment, and sustainability education.
- Hosting Rationale: Ethiopia’s selection was supported by the African Group of Negotiators, citing its leadership in green initiatives like the Green Legacy Initiative and its extensive use of renewable energy, specifically the Great Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD).
- Expected Scale: The event is anticipated to attract approximately 50,000 participants, including world leaders and climate stakeholders.
