InfoAmazonia summarizes the first week of the Conference, which began with the approval of the work agenda – still with four pending issues – and was followed by obstacles to setting adaptation indicators and by indigenous demonstrations at the entrance to the event. The week also saw the resumption of the Global Climate March after three COPs held in countries with restrictions on freedom of expression.
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Brazilian government announces demarcation of two Indigenous territories following Munduruku protest at COP30
Munduruku Indigenous People demanded the demarcation of their territories and the revocation of infrastructure projects affecting their lands; the movement held a peaceful demonstration in front of the Blue Zone, a space where climate negotiations take place.
Brazilian Government Puts Owners of the World’s Largest Beef Producer on COP30 ‘VIP List’
The Batista brothers, owners of JBS — the world’s largest beef producer — who were investigated in the Lava Jato corruption scandal, are accredited by the host country with access to the restricted area of the Conference.
Despite record turnout, only 14% of Indigenous Brazilians are expected to access decision-making spaces at COP30
The Coalition of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil (APIB) estimates 2,500 Indigenous people from across Brazil have gathered in Belém. Leaders are demanding a bigger role in the negotiations and the inclusion of land demarcation as climate policy.