Eamon Ryan: Cop29 deal ‘far from perfect but can be built on’

Mr Ryan, who along with his counterpart from Costa Rica was charged with negotiating on adaptation, said he was proud of the Irish team’s work in the talks

Eamon Ryan, the former Green Party leader, said it was a hopeful step towards ensuring financial fairness for the countries that need it most.

Ireland’s Climate Minister has said the Cop29 agreement struck late on Saturday is “far from perfect”, but is a foundation that can be built on in an uncertain world.

Eamon Ryan, the former Green Party leader, said it was a hopeful step towards ensuring financial fairness for the countries that need it most.