United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva arrived at the climate talks in Belem, Brazil, urging negotiators to focus on implementing existing climate agreements rather than forging new ones. With a self-imposed deadline looming, leaders are pushing for decisions on key issues such as strengthening national climate plans, distributing pledged climate aid, addressing trade barriers, and improving transparency in climate progress. The talks also center on creating a detailed road map to phase out fossil fuels, a move seen as essential to meeting global temperature goals, though scientists have criticized current proposals as insufficient. Lula has advocated for innovative funding mechanisms to protect forests and emphasized the need for action over promises, while negotiators face challenges in reaching consensus, especially on climate finance obligations. Despite obstacles, over 110 climate action plans have been launched or accelerated, with new commitments to upgrade electricity grids and boost renewable energy, highlighting the critical importance of turning pledges into real-world progress.