assistance to A1 parties in line with the requirements of the Convention. session (April–May 2018). Summary reports on the technical analysis of biennial update reports of Parties not included in Annex I to the Convention. SBI to take note of summary reports in its conclusions. Sufficient consideration of summary reports by the SBI. SBI does not take note of the summary reports. SBI took note of the summary reports. Common time frames for nationally determined contributions referred to in Article 4, paragraph 10, of the Paris Agreement An agreement on the guidance for common time frames for nationally determined contributions referred to in Article 4, paragraph 10, of the Paris Agreement. No agreement on common time frames for nationally determined contributions, but an agreement to discuss this at the next meeting. No agreement on the guidance for common time frames for nationally determined contributions referred to in Article 4, paragraph 10, of the Paris Agreement. The draft conclusions agreed upon, requesting the SBI to continue deliberations at the next session (SBI48) in April/May. Development of modalities and procedures for the operation and use of a public registry referred to in Article 4, paragraph 12, of the Paris Agreement. SBI conclude modalities and procedures for a public registry for Mitigation. SBI did not conclude on modalities and procedure for public registry for mitigation, there is a decision to continue discussion at SBI48. SBI did not consider the modalities and procedure for public registry for mitigation. The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption. The SBI agreed to continue its consideration of this matter at SBI 48 (April–May 2018), drawing upon the informal note on the
forwarded by the Conference of the Parties at its session (December 2018) to CMA 1 for its consideration and adoption. Report of the Executive Committee of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage associated with Climate Change Impacts SBI to take note of the report of the Executive Committee of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage associated with climate change impacts. Development of the TORs for the review of the WIM. No discussion took place on the report of the Executive Committee of the Warsaw International Mechanism for loss and damage associated with climate change impacts. The item was concluded and a COP recommendation was adopted. Development and transfer of technologies: Joint annual report of the Technology Executive Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network A decision by the COP to provide funding for the operations of the CTCN under the Convention to ensure sustainable funding model. A decision on further funding for the TNA and the scaling up / implementation of technology action plans by developing countries. A decision by the COP to direct the Technology Mechanism to strengthen linkages with the Financial Mechanism and its operating entities with a view to find a long term solution for the funding of the CTCN operations. No discussion took place on the Joint annual report of the Technology Executive Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network and or simply noting the report without further guidance by the COP. The item was concluded and a COP recommendation was adopted. fourth
Poznan strategic programme on technology transfer Decision by the COP directing the GEF Council to provide additional funding for the CTCN activities. Decision by the COP encouraging the CTCN and the GEF to continue engaging and collaborating in order to find a long term solution to the financial challenges of the CTCN. Noting the GEF report / no discussion of the GEF report by the Parties given the limited time. The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption. The SBI welcomed the midterm evaluations of the pilot projects of the replenishment of the GEF (GEF 4) included in the report referred to in paragraph 1 above. It reiterated its encouragement to the GEF to share the midterm evaluations of the PSP climate technology transfer and finance centers, and the GEF 4 pilot projects as soon as available, in order for the Technology Executive Committee (TEC) to update the evaluation report on the PSP. The SBI noted the ongoing work of the TEC in updating its report on the
evaluation of the PSP in accordance with the invitation of SBI 43. The SBI invited the TEC to submit the evaluation report as part of its annual report to the COP for consideration at the session of the SBI to be held in December 2018. Matters relating to finance: Review of the functions of the Standing Committee on Finance SBI 47 expected to recommend a draft decision on the matter for consideration and adoption at COP 23. Views on the review of the functions of the Standing Committee on Finance based on the terms of reference contained in the annex to decision 9/CP.22: •Strengthen the scope and role of the Standing Committee on Finance – want to be the IPCC of Finance •Authority report on Finance •Rooster of experts on finance. No decision on the review of the functions of the Standing Committee on Finance, but an agreement to discuss at the next SBI 48. No decision the review of the functions of the Standing Committee on Finance. The SBI Chair will inform the COP Presidency that Parties were not able to conclude their consideration of the item. The SBI Chair also informed Parties that the Presidency had agreed to provide space for additional consultations.
making recommendations to COP. Address how the impact of the implementation of RM pose challenges for employment in developing countries and the constraints with respect to implementing just transition. Expand technical work with respect to socio-economic impact of specific RM of interest and concern to developing country parties. recommendations to COP. Capacity and support for developing countries to conduct assessment of the socio-economic impacts of RM to how RM impact economic diversification in developing countries. Attempts by the umbrella group of the forum to endorse the narrative that just transition and economic diversification and transformation promote building resilience against the socio-economic impacts of response measures. To facilitate deliberations at SBI 48 and SBSTA 48, the SBI and the SBSTA requested the Chairs to prepare an informal document containing draft elements of the recommendation, for consideration and adoption at CMA 1, on the modalities, work programme and functions of the forum on the impact of the implementation of response measures to address the effects of the implementation of response measures under the Paris Modalities, work programme and functions under the Paris Agreement of the forum on the impact of the implementation of response measures Response Measures Review Mechanism: to address and mitigate the impact of the implementation of RM on inclusive and sustainable development in developing countries. No transitional decision. Modalities and work programme that equally focuses on the impact of RM on developed and developing country parties, resulting in less emphasis on differentiation. Scope of work programme that looks at all The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption by the SBSTA/SBI. To facilitate deliberations at SBI 48 and SBSTA 48, the SBI and the SBSTA requested their Chairs
mitigation measures in all NDC’s. Acceptance of the narrative that exchange of information and best practices can promote resilience building against the impacts of RM. Utilisation of the forum to promote the narrative that the impact of the implementation of RM must be accepted and understood in context of a sustainable transition to low GHG economy and society. Utilisation of the forum to promote the narrative that implementation of the Paris agreement and NDC’s requires removal of barriers to trade in environmental goods and services. to prepare an informal document containing draft elements of the recommendation, for consideration and adoption at CMA 1, on the modalities, work programme and functions of the forum on the impact of the implementation of response measures to address the effects of the implementation of response measures under the Paris Agreement, on the basis of prior submissions from Parties under this agenda sub-item and the informal note prepared by the
The SBI then agreed to continue its consideration of this matter at SBI 48. Report on activities related to Action for Climate Empowerment SBI to take note of the report on activities related to Action for Climate Empowerment. No transitional decision. No agreement on the report on activities related to Action for Climate Empowerment. SBI took note of information presented. Gender and climate change South Africa believes that gender issues are important as other issues in the UNFCCC. Women should be educated and trained to be independent and be able to make high level decisions that impacts their lives. Gender balance in the existing institutions need to be strengthen, as report still indicates that number of women representations in the UNFCCC established institutions is still far less than their male counterparts. Gender balance in the UNFCCC process and action towards the goal of gender-responsive climate policy that meets the needs of all individuals equally. Breakdown of gender composition of constituted bodies established under the Convention and the Kyoto Protocol as well as the Paris Agreement. Decisions in all areas that does not support gender sensitive climate policy. Decision on the implementing the gender-related activities within the GAP, including enhancing the capacity of the gender focal point of the UNFCCC secretariat Priority Areas identified by GAP: Capacity building, knowledge sharing and communication Gender balance, participation and women’s leadership Coherence Gender – responsive implementation and means of implementation Monitoring and reporting.
ANNEXURE 2 REPORT FOR THE FOUTY SEVENTH SESSION OF THE SUBSIDIARY BODY ON SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL ADVICE (SBSTA 47) Ambitious: South Africa’s desired outcome Transitional: The middle ground, where South Africa is willing to compromise to get the outcome that is acceptable Red-line: Any outcome that is not acceptable for the country, this will mean it does not fit specific needs of the country Thematic Area Ambitious Transitional Red-line PROGRESS/STATUS Nairobi Work Programme (NWP) Continuation of implementation of activities under the Convention. Information exchange among Parties and other Organizations. NWP is closed without enhancement of information exchange. The SBSTA agreed on this item and conclusions were forwarded to the COP for adoption. The deadline for the submission of views on further improving the relevance and effectiveness of the NWP was extended from 12 January 2018 to 30 March 2018. The SBSTA invited Parties, NWP partner organizations and other relevant organizations to also submit their views on how:
Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network Convention to ensure sustainable funding model. A decision on further funding for the TNA and the scaling up / implementation of technology action plans by developing countries. the Financial Mechanism and its operating entities with a view to find a long term solution for the funding of the CTCN operations. and the Climate Technology Centre and Network and or simply noting the report without further guidance by the COP. Technology Executive Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network for 2017 and acknowledged the work undertaken by the Technology Executive Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network. The SBSTA also considered the activities and performance of the CTCN and the TEC. The item was concluded and the SBSTA recommended a draft decision for consideration and adoption by the COP. Technology framework under Article 10, paragraph 4, of the Paris Agreement Draft decision on the key elements of the Technology Framework adopted and aligned and rationalised with other Mechanisms under the Convention and addressing Synthesised, consolidated and streamlined compilation of Party submissions that will allow Parties to engage on substantive discussions on the key features, content, and No decision adopted by the COP. The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption. The SBSTA requested the Chair to
Research and Systematic Observation (RSO) Observation networks and high quality climate data and information are to be strengthened by Global Climate Observing System (GCOS) and partners. Tabling of a report on workshops for the roadmap to implementation of the Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS). No budget available to address challenges in GCOS. No clarity on how to address identified gaps in data and strengthen observational networks. Recalling its conclusions from SBSTA 45,14 the SBSTA: (a) Noted the joint GCOS/WMO Integrated Global Observing System workshop for Pacific small island developing States in Nadi, Fiji, from 9 to 12 October 2017 and the development of a Pacific region observing network plan; 15 (b) Further noted that GCOS plans to hold the next regional workshop in Africa in 2018. (c) Parties and relevant organizations were encouraged to take advantage of support available via the operating entities of the Financial Mechanism as well as other relevant organizations and channels, as appropriate, to
support the GCOS regional workshops and projects identified in the resulting implementation plans. The draft conclusions presented by the secretariat were deliberated on and adopted. Impact of the implementation of response measures: Improved forum and work programme Address how the impact of the implementation of RM pose challenges for economic diversification in developing countries by making recommendations to COP. Address how the impact of the implementation of RM pose challenges for employment in developing countries and the Capacity building and support for developing countries to conduct assessment of the socio-economic impacts of RM. Technical work on economic diversification and just transition undertaken in the TEG must inform recommendations to COP. No substantive technical work and support for capacity building for developing country parties with respect to how RM impact economic diversification in developing countries. Utilisation of the forum to endorse the narrative that just transition and economic diversification and transformation promote building resilience against the The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption by the SBSTA/SBI. To facilitate deliberations at SBI 48 and SBSTA 48, the SBI and the SBSTA requested the Chairs to prepare an informal document containing draft elements of the recommendation, for consideration and adoption at CMA 1, on the modalities,
constraints with respect to implementing just transition. Expand technical work with respect to socio-economic impact of specific RM of interest and concern to developing country parties. socio-economic impacts of response measures. work programme and functions of the forum on the impact of the implementation of response measures to address the effects of the implementation of response measures under the Paris. Modalities, work programme and functions under the Paris Agreement of the forum on the impact of the implementation of response measures Response Measures Review Mechanism: to address and mitigate the impacts of the implementation of RM on inclusive and sustainable development in developing countries. No transitional decision. Modalities and work programme that equally focuses on the impact of RM on developed and developing country parties, resulting in less emphasis on differentiation. Scope of work programme that looks at all mitigation measures in all NDC’s. Acceptance of the narrative that exchange of information and best The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption by the SBSTA/SBI. To facilitate deliberations at SBI 48 and SBSTA 48, the SBI and the SBSTA requested their Chairs to prepare an informal document containing draft elements of the recommendation, for consideration and
practices can promote resilience building against the impacts of RM. Utilisation of the forum to promote the narrative that the impact of the implementation of RM must be accepted and understood in context of a sustainable transition to low GHG economy and society. Utilisation of the forum to promote the narrative that implementation of the Paris agreement and NDC’s requires removal of barriers to trade in environmental goods and services. adoption at CMA 1, on the modalities, work programme and functions of the forum on the impact of the implementation of response measures to address the effects of the implementation of response measures under the Paris Agreement, on the basis of prior submissions from Parties under this agenda sub-item and the informal note prepared by the Matters relating to Article 2, paragraph 3, of the Kyoto Protocol Discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 2, paragraph 14 of the Kyoto Protocol. No transitional decision. No decision on how to proceed with this matter within or outside the Forum on the Impact of the Implementation of Response Measures. The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption by the SBSTA/SBI. To facilitate deliberations at SBI
Guidance on cooperative approaches referred to in Article 6, paragraph 2, of the Paris Agreement A decision that makes Cooperative approaches available as a basket of tools or options, to cost effectively meet mitigation obligations or commitments and adaptation towards the fulfillment of parties’ NDCs. No decision is reached, there is an agreement to continue discussion at the next session. No decision is reached on guidance and no agreement on how to take the work forward. The item was concluded and draft conclusions were recommended for adoption. To facilitate the deliberations at SBSTA 48 (April–May 2018), the SBSTA requested the SBSTA Chair to prepare an informal document containing the draft elements of guidance on cooperative approaches based on prior submissions by Parties under this agenda sub-item and the third iteration of the informal note prepared by the The SBSTA agreed to continue the work on this matter at SBSTA 48. Rules, modalities and procedures for the mechanism A decision that makes Cooperative approaches available as a basket of tools or No decision is reached, there is an agreement to continue discussion at the next session. No decision is reached on guidance and no agreement on how to take the work forward. Draft conclusions have been agreed upon after many discussions and
established by Article 6, paragraph 4, of the Paris Agreement options, to cost effectively meet mitigation obligations or commitments and adaptation towards the fulfillment of parties’ NDCs. recommended for adoption. The elements of rules for markets have been discussed and given to the SBSTA chair with the mandate to develop draft text which will be based on submissions and discussions at this meeting This document will be the basis for work at SBSTA48. The rules for carbon markets are to be developed by COP24. Work programme under the framework for non-market approaches referred to in Article 6, paragraph 8, of the Paris Agreement Work programme adopted that include economic modelling and resilience building as well as sustainable development. No decision has been reached on the work programme, however there is an agreement to continue discussions at the next meeting. No decision has been reached and there is no agreement to continue discussion at the next session. Draft conclusions have been agreed upon after many discussions and recommended for adoption. To facilitate the deliberations at SBSTA 48 (April-May 2018), the SBSTA requested the SBSTA
Chair to prepare an informal document containing the draft elements of the draft decision on the work programme based on prior submissions by Parties under this agenda sub-item and the third iteration of the informal note prepared by the The SBSTA agreed to continue the work on this matter at SBSTA 48. Modalities for the accounting of financial resources provided and mobilized through public interventions in accordance with Article 9, paragraph 7, of the Paris Agreement. Decision on modalities that will ensure that there is transparency. No decision has been reached on the work programme, however there is an agreement to continue discussions at the next meeting. No decision has been reached and there is no agreement to continue discussion at the next session. Draft conclusions have been agreed upon after many discussions and recommended for adoption. The SBSTA requested the Chair to continue consultations with the Co-Chairs of the Ad Hoc Working Group on the Paris Agreement (APA) with
Ambitious: South Africa’s desired outcome Transitional: The middle ground, where South Africa is willing to compromise to get the outcome that is acceptable Red-line: Any outcome that is not acceptable for the country, this will mean it does not fit specific needs of the country Thematic Area Ambitious Transitional Red-line PROGRESS/STATUS Matters relating to the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) CMP to provide guidance relating to the CDM including extending the roles of the DNAs, and take note of the annual report. CMP takes note of the annual report without providing guidance on the way forward. No guidance provided by the CMP on this item. Decision adopted as presented Requests the Executive Board of the clean development mechanism to continue to simplify the process for the development and approval of standardized baselines and to support designated national authorities in developing standardized baselines upon the request of the designated national authorities Designates as operational entities those entities that have been
for Annex B Parties under the Kyoto Protocol commitment period for Annex B Parties under the Kyoto Protocol. period for Annex B Parties under the Kyoto Protocol. Capacity-building under the Kyoto Protocol. Decision requesting the preparation of the work plan for the implementation of capacity building activities. No decision on implementation of the capacity building under the Kyoto protocol, but an agreement to continue discussions at the next session. No decision on implementation of the capacity building under the Kyoto protocol. Decision adopted as presented. Matters relating to: Article 2, paragraph 3, of the Kyoto Protocol; Discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 2, paragraph 3 of the Kyoto Protocol. No decision or discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 2, paragraph 3 of the Kyoto Protocol, but an agreement to continue discussions at the next session. No decision or discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 2, paragraph 3 of the Kyoto Protocol. SBSTA to continue consideration on the matter. Article 3, paragraph 14, of the Kyoto Protocol. Discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 3, paragraph 14 of the Kyoto Protocol. No decision or discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 3, paragraph 14 of the Kyoto Protocol, but an agreement to continue discussions at the next session. No decision or discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from Article 3, paragraph 14 of the Kyoto Protocol. SBI to continue its consideration of this matter.
paragraph 2(f), of the Convention amend Article 4, paragraph 2(f), of the Convention. paragraph 2(f), of the Convention. paragraph 2(f), of the Convention. provisional agenda for COP 24. Proposal from Papua New Guinea and Mexico to amend Articles 7 and 18 of the Convention COP decision that rejects a proposal from Papua New Guinea and Mexico to amend Articles 7 and 18 of the Convention. No decision on proposal from Papua New Guinea and Mexico to amend Articles 7 and 18 of the Convention. COP decision that allows a proposal from Papua New Guinea and Mexico to amend Articles 7 and 18 of the Convention. Informal consultations facilitated by Mr. Amena Yauvoli (Fiji), were held on this This sub-item to be included in the provisional agenda for COP 24. Report of the Adaptation Committee. SA support the noting of the report and make necessary input to address issues of concerns for Africa and developing countries. No transitional decision. The AC report is not considered. COP took note of the SBSTA and SBI conclusions. Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage associated with Climate Change Impacts. COP to adopt the report of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage associated with Climate Change Impacts. No COP decision, but an agreement to discuss this at the next session. No decision on the report of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage associated with Climate Change Impacts. Decisions adopted as presented. Expert dialogue referred to in paragraph 9 of the decision to be named the “Suva Expert Dialogue”. Clearing house for risk transfer operationalized and launched at this
COP to be named the ‘Fiji Clearing House for Risk Transfer’’. 8. Development and transfer of technologies and implementation of the Technology Mechanism: Joint annual report of the Technology Executive Committee (TEC) and the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN); A decision by the COP to provide funding for the operations of the CTCN under the Convention to ensure sustainable funding model. A decision on further funding for the Technology Needs Assessments (TNAs) and the scaling up / implementation of technology action plans by developing countries. A decision by the COP to direct the Technology Mechanism to strengthen linkages with the Financial Mechanism and its operating entities with a view to find a long solution for the funding of the CTCN operations. No decision adopted by the COP. No discussion took place on the Joint annual report of the Technology Executive Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network and or simply noting the report without further guidance by the COP. Decision adopted as presented. Review of the effective implementation of the Climate Technology Centre and Network COP to adopt a decision on the review of the effectiveness of the Climate Technology Centre and Network. No decision adopted by the COP, but an agreement to discuss this at the next session. No decision adopted by the COP. Mr. Balisi Gopolang (Botswana) and Ms. Elfriede-Anna More (Austria) co-facilitated negotiations on this item. COP decisions adopted as presented.
approach of Paris is everyone is included except Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Matters relating to the Standing Committee on Finance: COP to adopt a decision on the review of the Standing Committee on Finance in accordance with the terms of reference and taking into account the submissions. COP does not adopt a decision on the review of the Standing Committee on Finance in accordance with the terms of reference and taking into account the submissions, but there is a decision to continue this further at the next session. No decision on the review of the Standing Committee on Finance. Co-chaired by Ms. Ngedikes Olai Uludong (Palau) and Ms. Delphine Eyraud (France). Decision adopted as presented by the SBI. Report of the Green Climate Fund to the Conference of the Parties and guidance to the Green Climate Fund COP to adopt a report of the Green Climate Fund to the Conference of the Parties and guidance to the Green Climate Fund. COP provisionally adopt a report of the Green Climate Fund with a call for further improvement on specific areas. The report is not considered and adopted. The sub-item was by Mr. Tosi Mpanu Mpanu (Democratic Republic of Congo) and Mr. Stefan Schwager (Switzerland). A COP decision was adopted as presented, which: Requests the Board to ensure that all developing country Parties have access
subsequent sessions on the Paris Agreement work programme, identification of the information to be provided by Parties in accordance with Article 9, paragraph 5, of the Paris Agreement, and to forward the outcomes to the Conference of the Parties at its session (December 2018). Reporting from and review of Parties included in Annex I to the Convention The timely submission of complete sixth National Communications and Green House Gas Inventories by all A1 parties. The partial submission of A1 Sixth National Communications as well as Greenhouse Gas Inventories that indicate a nett reduction in A1 emissions. No decision on the reporting from and review of Parties included in Annex I to the Convention. COP took note of the SBSTA conclusions on this matter. Reporting from Parties not included in Annex I to the Convention This item continues to be put in abeyance until the issue on ICA modalities is finalised. The item is put back on the agenda. No decision on way forward of this agenda item, since it has been held in abeyance for long time. COP took note of the SBSTA conclusions on this matter.
Capacity-building under the Convention. According to the Convention and the Paris Agreement Capacity Building is for developing countries. It is important that the focus is not shifted in such a way that we lose reference to annexes – a core issue of differentiation. Our position in this regards is to ensure that no decision is taken on the framework for capacity-building in countries with economies in transition. Maintain reference to capacity building for developing countries. Abolishing reference to annexures. Decision adopted as presented by the SBI. 14. Implementation of Article 4, paragraphs 8 and 9, of the Convention: Implementation of the Buenos Aires programme of work on adaptation and response measures (decision 1/CP.10); Discussion on how to address outstanding work arising from decision 1/CP.10. Being addressed as area (f) of the work programme of the Forum on the Impact of the Implementation of Response Measures. SB37 invited Parties and relevant organizations to submit their views on area (f). No decision on how to proceed with this matter within or outside the Forum on the Impact of the Implementation of Response Measures. COP took note of the SBSTA conclusions on this matter and took note that the SBI did not have any specific conclusions on the matter.
Assessment of the technical examination processes on mitigation and adaptation A decision adopted on the outcomes of the assessment of the technical examination processes on mitigation and adaptation. No COP decision adopted on the outcomes of the assessment of the technical examination processes on mitigation and adaptation, but there is agreement to discuss this at the next session. No COP decision adopted on the outcomes of the assessment of the technical examination processes on mitigation and adaptation. Decisions adopted as presented, which: Requests the Technology Executive Committee and the Climate Technology Centre and Network to include in their joint annual report to the Conference of the Parties, having consulted with the high-level champions thereon, recommendations for Parties and other organizations on ways forward and necessary actions to be taken based on the outcomes of the technical expert meetings Requests the Adaptation Committee, in conducting the technical examination process on adaptation, to consider the needs of Parties expressed
of having decision by COP24. Accounting for Parties’ nationally determined contributions, as specified in paragraph 31 On accounting South Africa support rule based architecture. As such, would like to see an agreement on guidance for accounting for Parties’ nationally determined contributions, as specified in paragraph 31. No agreement on guidance for accounting for Parties’ nationally determined contributions, as specified in paragraph 31. However, there is an agreement to continue discussion at APA2. No agreement is reached and there is no agreement to discuss this further. Upon the request of the Parties a 180 informal note was compiled, outlining party views, including their submissions and the round table discussions. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view of having a decision for adoption by COP24. Further guidance in relation to adaptation communication, including inter alia, as a component of nationally determined contributions referred to in Article 7, paragraphs 10 and 11, of the Paris Agreement. Agreement on further guidance in relation to adaptation communication. No agreement is reached on further guidance in relation to adaptation communication. However, there is an agreement to continue discussion at APA2. No agreement is reached and there is no agreement to discuss this further. The draft elements have been prepared by the co-facilitators of the negotiations on this agenda item, on the basis of the deliberations by Parties at COP23 and the views they have submitted. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view
comprehensive and include information communicated by Parties, other stakeholders, and include a comprehensive assessment of the latest available science as presented in the Paris Agreement. basis of the deliberations by Parties at COP23 and the views they have submitted. These have been compiled into an informal note. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view of having a decision for adoption by COP24. Development of the modalities of the global stocktake A decision that, says the development of the modalities of the global stocktake be built on the experiences and lessons learned from the Review. The global stocktake should consist of both a technical and a political process, taking place sequentially. The technical process has both a backward-looking (“take stock of the implementation” – Article 14.1) and a component (“updating and enhancing” – Article 14.3). The technical No agreement is reached, however, there is a decision to continue discussion at APA2. No discussion on matter relating to global stock take took place. The draft elements have been prepared by the co-facilitators of the negotiations on this agenda item, on the basis of the deliberations by Parties at COP23 and the views they have submitted. These have been compiled into an informal note. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view of having a decision for adoption by COP24.
Modalities and procedures for the effective operation of the mechanism to facilitate implementation and promote compliance referred to in Article 15, paragraph 2, of the Paris Agreement Decision is reached on modalities and procedures. No agreement is reached, however, there is a decision to continue discussion at APA2. No discussion on matter relating to global stock take took place. Informal consultations under guidance of concluded. All Parties’ views captured in an Informal Note. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view of having a decision for adoption by COP24. Further matters related to implementation of the Paris Agreement Decision is reached on Preparing for the entry into force of the Paris Agreement and for convening of the first session of the Conference of the Parties, taking stock of progress made by subsidiary and constituted bodies under the Paris Agreement. No agreement is reached, however, there is a decision to continue discussion at APA2. No discussion on further matters related to implementation of the Paris Agreement. Preparing for the convening of the first session of the Conference of the Parties serving as the meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement A decision stating that the first session of the Conference of the Parties serving as the meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement CMA be held in 2023. No agreement is reached, however, there is a decision to continue discussion at APA2. No discussion on further matters related to implementation of the Paris Agreement. Informal consultations under guidance of concluded. All Parties’ views captured in an Informal Note. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view
of having a decision for adoption by COP24. Taking stock of progress made by the subsidiary and constituted bodies in relation to their mandated work under the Paris Agreement and section III of decision 1/CP.21, in order to promote and facilitate coordination and coherence in the implementation of the work programme, and, if appropriate, take action, which may include recommendations An agreement on when to take stock of progress made by the subsidiary and constituted bodies in relation to their mandated work under the Paris Agreement and section III of decision 1/CP.21, in order to promote and facilitate coordination and coherence in the implementation of the work programme, and, if appropriate, take action, which may include recommendation. No agreement is reached, however, there is a decision to continue discussion at APA2. No discussion on further matters related to implementation of the Paris Agreement. Informal consultations under guidance of concluded. All Parties’ views captured in an Informal Note. This item will be further considered at the next session with the view of having a decision for adoption by COP24.