Distinguished Chairs,

The Oriental Republic of Uruguay has the honour and privilege of delivering this statement on behalf of the Group of 77 and China.

We would like to thank you, your co-facilitators for the various agenda items, as well as the entire Secretariat support staff, for your dedication and commitment towards ensuring that we as Parties are able to do our work in engaging with each other, understanding each other better in terms of our positions, and in arriving at agreed conclusions at this session.

The Group came to Bonn with the objective of reaching successful outcomes, and has engaged proactively on a large number of the agenda items that we were faced with at this session, and have actively putting forward group positions. We have been flexible, and made compromises. And we are disheartened by the progress made in some agenda items. However, we remain committed to working with all Parties to ensure that we reach successful outcomes at COP31 in Türkiye.

For the Group, the Convention is central to our work. It is the foundation on which we stand. It is the key towards the implementation under the multilateral climate change process that is fair, balanced, equitable, and reflects our common goals and aspirations, our differentiated responsibilities, and our respective capabilities, consistent with science and responsive to the realities of climate change that is happening now in our countries. The principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities, in the light of different national circumstances, are central and should be upheld, as they are the basis for our collective ambition to combat climate change.

These principles are not only foundational to the climate regime but are essential to ensuring that developing countries can effectively pursue sustainable development while advancing ambitious climate goals.

The Paris Agreement enhances the Convention which remains central to our work. In this sense, it is of great relevance to continue and strengthen the implementation by Annex I Parties in terms of their implementation of their commitments under the Convention with respect to mitigation and Annex II parties in terms of their obligations with respect to the provision of support to non-Annex-I developing countries.

Distinguished Chairs,

On behalf of the Group, let me also highlight that means of implementation for developing countries is a key priority for us. It must be in accordance with the principles and provisions of the Convention and the París Agreement based on the principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities. Additionally, inclusion and participation, effective engagement of developing countries is primary for us through transparent processes. A balanced approach is needed that supports both mitigation ambition and development priorities, and not impose prescriptive pathways.

Finance

G77 and China notes the progress made on negotiations on 2 of the 3 separate mandates of the Adaptation Fund.

For the Group, the progress we made in this session is we all acknowledged as parties that we have achieved consensus on matter of the arrangements of the adaptation fund to exclusively serve the Paris agreement and on the initiation of the fifth review of the adaptation fund, we look forward on forwarding the texts for adoption in the Antalya for COP31.
 

Additionally, the Group further stresses the need for the need for reflecting the agenda item on the 9.1 Climate Finance Work Programme on the provisional agenda item of CMA8. We thank the COP30 Presidency for their request for its inclusion in the provisional agenda for CMA8, and we look forward to seeing it in the CMA8, as an agenda item.

Adaptation

GGA

We remain deeply concerned about the progress in matters related to the Global Goal on Adaptation. Adaptation remains a key priority for developing countries, and we further stress the need for ensuring that we are able to move forward, and make progress that helps address the adaptation needs, including adaptation finance.

Nairobi Work Programme

The Group of 77 and China welcomes the conclusions adopted under the Nairobi Work Programme. We look forward to receiving the annual NWP progress reports, consistent with its mandate as outlined in decision 2/CP.11 and decision 17/CP.19, which should include information relevant to the implementation of activities under the NWP, including resources provided, partnerships established, and other contributions that have supported the implementation of the Programme.

Just transition

On just transitions, we welcome the progress made during this session under the just transition work programme, in particular the development of the terms of reference for its mandated review at SB65 and the launch of discussions on operationalising the Just Transition Mechanism. These outcomes mark important steps toward strengthening international cooperation to enable just transitions and advancing implementation in line with our ambition and the needs and priorities of developing countries.

Looking ahead, we encourage Parties to engage constructively in the intersessional work, including through the submissions and all relevant exchanges, to build convergence on operationalizing the Mechanism and to support a draft decision for consideration at CMA8.

As this work moves forward, it will be essential to maintain a flexible, implementation-focused approach grounded in equity, CBDR-RC, sustainable development, and poverty eradication, in order to support just transition pathways that leave no one behind.

Capacity building

On matters related to capacity-building, the Group of 77 and China welcomes the successful conclusion of negotiations on the Fifth Comprehensive Review of the implementation of the framework for capacity-building in developing countries under the Convention and the Kyoto Protocol, the Sixth Reviews of the implementation of the framework for capacity-building in countries with economies in transition under the Convention and the Kyoto Protocol, as well as the annual monitoring of the implementation of the framework for capacity-building under the Convention.

These outcomes reflect Parties' constructive engagement and shared commitment to strengthening the implementation of capacity-building activities. The Group welcomes the recognition that gaps and needs remain in addressing the priority areas identified in the capacity-building framework and the agreed opportunity for further discussion on the effectiveness and efficiency of its implementation in light of national circumstances, emerging gaps and needs, and persistent challenges. The Group reiterates that capacity-building remains a critical enabler of climate action and underscores the importance of enhanced support, including financial, technical and capacity-related support, to strengthen the ability of developing country Parties to implement the Convention and the Paris Agreement.

Agriculture

On agriculture, G77+China welcomes the decision and regrets that we could not make further advancements. This agenda item should move beyond dialogues and reports and translate into effective implementation of climate action, access to climate finance, technology development and transfer, in line with the principles of the UNFCCC, including equity, CBDR-RC and the right to development.

Agriculture is central to the economies, livelihoods and food security of developing countries, and it is already being affected by the negative impacts of climate change, through droughts, floods, land degradation and water scarcity. Adaptation must therefore remain the priority of the mandate, with a view to support livelihoods and needs of smallholder farmers, family farmers, pastoralists, Indigenous Peoples, local communities, women, youth and other vulnerable groups.

Finally, G77+China recalls its position that this agenda item must remain focused on agriculture and food security as agreed at COP27. Therefore, a broad food system or transformative agriculture approach is not appropriate for this work.

GST

On GST-related matters at SB64, the Group is pleased to note that both the first UAE Dialogue and the concluding annual GST dialogue took place consistent with their respective mandates under decisions 1/CMA.5 and 3/CMA.7 at this SB64 session. We commend Parties for actively engaging in both dialogues and we thank the SB Chairs, the co-facilitators, and the secretariat for their work. We also thank the SB Chairs for holding an information meeting with all Parties with respect to the ongoing preparations for the Second GST, and we look forward to soon receiving their information note on this matter in accordance with their mandate under decisions 19/CMA.1 and 3/CMA.7. This will enable the Group to better prepare for the start of GST2.

Technology

The group welcomes the selection of UNEP as the host of the Climate technology Centre and Network and encourages that developed country parties and other stakeholders provide support to it and encouraging UNEP to seek collaboration, cooperation and partnership, as appropriate, with potential partners such as UNIDO, UNOPS, and others.

 We also welcomed that its efforts, alongside those of the Technology Executive Committee, were also welcomed with appreciation. We look forward to the Financial Mechanism strengthening its linkages with the Technology Mechanism to support the implementation of the Belém Technology Implementation Programme. We made a substantive progress on this agenda item for the first time in many years.

We also appreciate the initiation of the Periodic Assessment and the welcoming of the Joint Annual Report and efforts of the TEC and CTCN. Finally we want to appreciate all groups engaging with a result-oriented spirit and succeeding in reaching agreement across all technology agendas

Action for Climate Empowerment

On behalf of the G77 and China, I would like to briefly report on the discussions under the agenda item on Action for Climate Empowerment.

The G77 and China wishes to express its appreciation for the collective efforts made throughout this session, even with significant limited capacities. However, we leave these meetings with deep concern that discussions were not able to advance on the priorities identified by our Group. Despite our constructive engagement and readiness to work towards meaningful outcomes, the lack of flexibility shown by developed country Parties prevented progress on issues of particular importance to developing countries.

We are also deeply concerned that budgetary considerations related to the work of the secretariat had such a significant influence on our discussions. While we recognize the importance of ensuring the efficient use of resources, budget constraints should not become an obstacle to fulfilling the mandate entrusted by Parties or to advancing the implementation of Action for Climate Empowerment.

Nevertheless, the G77 and China remains optimistic that Parties can fulfil the mandate to adopt a new and enhanced Action for Climate Empowerment Action Plan at COP31, one that effectively supports the implementation of the Glasgow work programme on Action for Climate Empowerment. We remain committed to engaging constructively with all Parties to achieve this objective.

Transparency

The Group of 77 and China is very disappointed by the outcome of deliberations here on the provision of support for reporting to developing countries and on the GHG Data Interface. The Group wishes to note that the development of the interface presented at this session does not reflect what Parties agreed at SBSTA 62; it introduces a functionality that goes beyond that agreement and reproduces what Parties had decided not to include.

 Turning to the provision of support to developing country Parties, the Group engaged in these discussions in good faith and made significant compromises in an effort to reach agreement, and it is therefore regrettable that this constructive engagement was not met with a similar degree of flexibility. We regret, in particular, that agreement could not be reached on supporting developing country Parties at the very moment when it is most needed, as we enter the implementation era with many developing country Parties still in the course of their first Biennial Transparency cycle, which for many remains incomplete.

 On the provision of support for reporting under the Convention, the Group emphasizes that such support remains indispensable and retains its full relevance, as it continues to provide the foundation upon which developing country Parties are able to meet their reporting requirements and strengthen their national reporting infrastructure. We have noted, with deep concern, signals across a number of sessions suggesting a wish to set this item aside or to diminish its standing; this item exists because the obligation it serves continues to exist, and that obligation remains fully in force

Response Measures

G77 and China expresses disappointment in the progress made in Response Measures. Regrets the priorities of developing countries are undermined, particularly the discussions on the case studies related to the cross-border impacts of the implementation of response measures.
Research and Systematic Observations

The Group emphasizes the importance of science in our deliberations. We appreciate the 18th Research Dialogue, the mapping report, and the submissions from over 30 organizations.

While we commend the scientific community's efforts in advancing research and addressing knowledge needs and gaps. Structural research and systematic observation gaps persist in developing countries. We urge the provision of means of implementation to developing country Parties to urgently address these deficits.

Finally, we note scientific reports on climate and the underfunding of RSO initiatives, and we underline the importance of the integrity of information on climate change.

Trade and Climate

Further, G77 and China emphasizes that the dialogue should not be a talkshop, and looks forward to a concrete process that builds from one dialogue to the next.

Mitigation

The group reaffirms its commitment to multilateral cooperation as well as party-driven consensus-based progress across agenda items. We reaffirm our continued commitment to contribute to the ultimate objective of the Convention and the goals of the Paris Agreement including the temperature, holding the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2 degrees above preindustrial levels and pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre industrial levels on the basis of equity and the principle of Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities in the light of different national circumstances.

We recognize the need for urgent progress on mitigation, with developed countries taking the lead, adaptation and loss and damage taking into account increasing impact of climate change in our countries, which requires the provision of support from developed countries and an enabling international economic system.

G77 and China invites Parties to engage discussions under the Sharm el-Sheikh mitigation ambition and implementation work programme in a constructive manner in line with its mandate.
In closing, distinguished Chairs, the Group reiterates its continued support to you in ensuring successful outcomes to our work together in 2026 building on the progress achieved in Belem. We will do this in solidarity with you and all other Parties.

Thank you very much.