Malaysia Advances Climate Action at COP30 Week Two

21 November 2025

BELÉM, Brazil: After an impactful first week at COP30, the Malaysia Pavilion is preparing for week two as the country shifts its focus to implementation, transforming shared ambition into measurable progress for the region and the Global South. Key highlights from week one included discussions on ecosystem restoration, financing mechanisms for climate resilience, and public-private partnerships that align national and regional goals.

The Pavilion’s early-week energy was sustained through a strong display of thought leadership, showcasing Malaysia’s ability to convene diverse voices to advance shared regional priorities. Building on these discussions, week two of COP30 will deepen the focus on collaboration, innovation, and actionable frameworks. Malaysia’s agenda will centre on just transitions, nature-based solutions, and sustainable financing to ensure that regional aspirations are translated into concrete results.

As Malaysia enters week two of COP30, the Pavilion continues to serve as a collaborative platform where government, industry, academia, civil society, and youth exchange insights and forge pathways towards low-carbon growth. Anchored by the theme “Climate Action Now: Net Zero Pathways Unlocked,” the Pavilion highlights Malaysia’s efforts to integrate sustainability across national development.

Reflecting on Malaysia’s aspirations for the second week, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES), Dato’ Sri Huang Tiong Sii, said, “Our theme speaks to the many pathways already taking shape across Malaysia, from renewable energy expansion to nature-based solutions and sustainable urban development. Each of these pathways reflects our collective effort to translate sustainability into real, lasting impact for people and the planet. As the world gathers here in Belém to review progress and share lessons, Malaysia’s approach remains consistent — to integrate sustainability into every aspect of national development through collaboration, knowledge, and community empowerment.”

Malaysia continues to strengthen its leadership in advancing regional climate cooperation. Building on the momentum from its ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025 and its progress at COP30, Malaysia has laid strong foundations for harmonising carbon market standards, strengthening frameworks for nature-based solutions, and safeguarding transboundary ecosystems. As the Chairmanship transitions to the Philippines, this continuity of vision and commitment remains intact, ensuring that regional cooperation stays aligned, ambition is translated into tangible outcomes, and Southeast Asia remains a driving force in shaping global climate solutions.

The updated target aligns with Malaysia’s Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy (LTLEDS), the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13), and the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), ensuring that near-term actions reinforce Malaysia’s long-term aspiration to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The NDC 3.0 also strengthens Malaysia’s adaptation planning by outlining climate risks, sectoral priorities, and resilience strategies in line with the Paris Agreement’s enhanced transparency requirements.

Throughout the week, the Pavilion will also host Networking Sessions, Project Presentations, and Fireside Chats, facilitating partnerships between government agencies, private sector stakeholders, and international organisations.

The Malaysia Pavilion at COP30 is led by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES), implemented by the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC), and supported by leading national strategic partners, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and Maybank.