COP, an acronym for Conference of the Parties, is not a conference in the usual sense of the word. It is, in reality, a multilateral negotiation between countries.
Almost two hundred countries participate in these negotiations, seeking to reach common decisions on complex climate issues.
The topics under discussion range from reducing greenhouse gas emissions to climate financing, covering the main challenges of global climate action.
The article is authored by Ana Dias and aims to explain to the public the real functioning of COPs, which is often not visible to citizens.
