This presentation, prepared by LRI in the context of an ecbi workshop in March 2025, explains the governance of the UNFCCC process, outlining the roles of governing bodies, the Secretariat and Bureau, subsidiary and constituted bodies, negotiating groups, and observers
11 Mar 2025
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