Afghanistan’s COP30 Exclusion Sparks Debate Over Climate Justice

A nation on the frontlines of climate disasters is left out of critical talks. Why was Afghanistan denied a seat at COP30—and what does it mean for the *globe*’s most vulnerable?

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2025 November 10 . 7:14 AM

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Afghanistan’s COP30 Exclusion Sparks Debate Over Climate Justice

The Taliban-led Afghanistan was not invited to the recent COP30 climate conference, despite the country's alarming vulnerability to climate change. This snub comes as the United Nations warns that 2025 is set to be one of the hottest years on record.

Afghanistan, with a mere 0.06% of global greenhouse gas emissions, finds itself among the most climate-vulnerable nations. Its agriculture-dependent population faces grave risks due to climate change impacts, with repeated droughts since 2020 causing severe disruptions.

The Taliban, despite their diplomatic isolation, expressed their desire to participate in international climate talks. They argue that their exclusion from such crucial conferences should not hinder their involvement in global efforts to combat climate change.

Afghanistan's absence at COP30 raises concerns about the representation of highly vulnerable yet low-emitting countries in global climate negotiations. The Taliban's stance on climate change remains unclear, but their exclusion from such talks may hinder their understanding and response to the urgent climate crisis.