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Statement to the Media

The Blue Zone has been reinstated and resumed operations as of 8:40 PM today

Published on Nov 20, 2025 9:03 PM - Modified 8 hours ago

Following a safety assessment, we inform you that the site has been inspected and deemed safe by the Fire Department.

Brazilian authorities have restored operating conditions at the conference venue, obtained the Fire Department’s operating permit, and returned the area to the UNFCCC. The Blue Zone has been reinstated and resumed operations at 8:40 PM today.

The area affected by the incident will remain isolated until the conclusion of the conference.

We continue to closely monitor the condition of all individuals who required medical attention and remain in coordination with health services.

There will be no plenary activity this evening. Tomorrow’s plenary sessions will be open to Parties and streamed online.

We appreciate the cooperation, patience, and understanding of all participants. We still have substantial work ahead, and we trust that delegates will return to the negotiations in a spirit of solidarity and determination to ensure a successful outcome for this COP.