Concept Note and Agenda - Paris Agreement+10: A Decade of Climate Action and the Road Ahead (held in the margins of the 20th Ordinary Session of AMCEN)

The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the Paris Agreement, a landmark global accord that has shaped international climate policy and action. Over the past decade, countries have made significant strides in implementing their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), enhancing climate resilience, and transitioning toward low-carbon development pathways. However, the global community continues to face mounting challenges, including rising emissions, climate-induced disasters, and the need for scaled-up finance and technology transfer. Africa, while contributing the least to global greenhouse gas emissions, remains disproportionately affected by climate change. The continent’s leadership and innovation in adaptation, mitigation, and climate governance are critical to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement and ensuring a just transition.