As COP28 unfolds in the UAE, the prominent presence and impactful contributions of Omar Shihab, Advisor to the UAERG Board, shape the discussions and panels at the conference.

What is COP28?

The UN Climate Change Conference, an annual gathering since 1995, serves as a pivotal platform for global leaders, policymakers, experts, and various stakeholders to address the pressing issues of the climate crisis. These two-week summits gather signatories of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) established three decades ago.

The UAE, renowned as a global hub for sustainability, technology, business, and tourism, holds a unique position to facilitate collaborations and foster consensus, accelerating inclusive climate progress.

At the forefront of COP28 initiatives is Omar Shihab, spearheading various discussions and panels, commencing with: