Nearly 500 delegates from various countries attended a logistics briefing held at the Baku Stadium on November 10, in advance of COP29.

Shahla Abbakirova, member of the COP29 Coordination Board; Mr Wasim Mir, Director of Conference Affairs at the UNFCCC; and Grace Ann Smith, Deputy Head of the Protocol and External Relations Department, provided updates on COP29 operational aspects.

The briefing covered key logistical aspects, including VIP guest reception, transportation, and accommodation for high-level attendees at the international climate conference. Shahla Abbakirova detailed the arrangements for major events and meetings during the World Leaders’ Climate Summit, which will take place in the early days of COP29, and outlined the measures taken to ensure appropriate arrangements for heads of state.

The briefing also provided details on the various areas within the COP29 Blue and Green Zones, including catering and other facilities, and outlined plans for managing large visitor numbers and ensuring a positive visitor experience.

A question-and-answer session followed, addressing delegates’ queries on event organization, transport networks, visa procedures, and other related topics.