Why are the Taliban at Cop29? Afghanistan sends delegation to UN climate talks - Leaders from around the world have gathered in Azerbaijan for Cop29, where they’ll discuss climate change action

Afghanistan has begun drafting national climate action plans and intends to update its climate goals in the coming months. Khalis highlighted the country’s substantial potential for renewable energy,

The Afghan delegation expressed gratitude to Azerbaijan for inviting them to participate as observers, given the lack of official recognition of the Taliban as Afghanistan's government.