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- 1Ocean Pavilion Returns for Fifth Year at Blue COP●The Ocean Pavilion Returns to Global Climate Negotiations for the Fifth Year at the “Blue” COP
The Ocean Pavilion is returning to the UN climate negotiations for a fifth consecutive year at the summit dubbed the "Blue" COP, led by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and partners. The pavilion serves as a dedicated space for ocean science and policy at the talks, reflecting growing recognition of the ocean's role in climate regulation and marine conservation.
- 2Holy See's quiet diplomatic role at COP climate talks▼Holy diplomacy: the role of the Holy See at the COP climate talks
Attention is on the Holy See's participation in the COP climate negotiations, where the Vatican acts as a non-state observer and uses moral persuasion rather than votes to push for ambitious commitments. Catholic development agencies such as CAFOD highlight how papal teaching, especially on care for creation, informs the Holy See's advocacy for climate justice and finance for poorer nations.