Summary
Hundreds of people, led by Indigenous groups, protested at the COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil. They demanded more action to protect their lands and emphasized the need for Indigenous voices in climate discussions. The protest highlighted disagreements between Indigenous groups and the Brazilian government, which claims to support their involvement.
Key Facts
- Indigenous-led protesters entered the COP30 summit in Belem, Brazil.
- The protest occurred during the second day of the UN climate summit.
- The protesters called for protection of Indigenous lands from activities like mining and oil drilling.
- Two security staff were slightly injured, and there was minor damage at the venue.
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has spoken about the importance of Indigenous communities in climate talks.
- A joint statement by Indigenous groups emphasized the Amazon rainforest’s role in climate mitigation.
- Brazil's state oil company received a permit for exploratory drilling near the Amazon during the summit.
- Indigenous leaders stress the importance of including Indigenous voices in climate policy discussions.
