UAE, Denmark share similar ambition for green solutions, says Danish minister

UAE, Denmark share similar ambition for green solutions, says Danish minister

Denmark to increase partnership with UAE ahead of COP28: Dan Jorgensen, Danish Minister for Development Cooperation and Global Climate Policy

Danish Minister for Development Cooperation and Global Climate Policy Dan Jorgensen that Denmark and the UAE will be speaking 'with one voice' during COP28.

Published: Wed 18 Jan 2023, 5:23 PM

Danish Minister for Development Cooperation and Global Climate Policy, Dan Jorgensen, said that the UAE is a vital partner for Denmark as both countries share the same ambition for finding innovative renewable energy solutions and building a more sustainable future for the world.

In an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times, on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), currently underway in the capital, Jorgensen expressed his country’s desire to intensify its collaborations with the UAE in the lead up to COP28, which will be held in Expo City, Dubai, in November 2023.

“Denmark has been very active in the negotiations in the COP process for many years, and it's important for us to back the [UAE COP28] presidency in its efforts. We hope that with our experience, and our track record on green transformation, help the UAE towards a successful result,” Jorgensen said.

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