Almost all of the 198 UNFCCC member countries had their own pavilion at the COP30 venue this year. Countries invest in pavilions to showcase national climate action, present innovations and attract international partners and investors. However, the government of Mongolia decided not to have a pavilion this year, citing public criticism that too much money was being spent on conferences.
Still, the absence of a Mongolian pavilion was a missed opportunity. As the host of UNCCD COP17 next year, Mongolia could have used this platform to promote the country, highlight its climate initiatives and invite global partners to engage with Mongolia in 2026. A pavilion would have served as a powerful tool for visibility, diplomacy, and investment outreach.
By Khaliumaa Erdenebat
This story was produced as part of the 2025 Climate Change Media Partnership, a journalism fellowship organized by Internews' Earth Journalism Network and the Stanley Center for Peace and Security.

Published Date:2025-11-25