André Aranha Corrêa do Lago

The President of the COP30 in Belém is one of Brazil's most experienced climate diplomats: André Aranha Corrêa do Lago has been negotiating climate and sustainability issues for 25 years, always with the aim of achieving development that combines environmental, social and economic goals. He is one of the country's most experienced and skillful diplomats and enjoys the trust of Brazil's strategic ministries, the private sector, environmentalists, scientists – and President Lula. His diplomatic skills are urgently needed for the success of the COP30 – especially at a time when the climate crisis is worsening, climate policy is struggling and tough negotiations, particularly on financial issues, are on the cards.