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Mashreq to sponsor COP28 to advance sustainable finance, climate action
Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, will sponsor the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) – due to be held in the UAE in November – as an Associate Pathway Partner with an aim to advance sustainable finance and climate action.
Mashreq seeks to build on its successful support for the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) last year as it was the only bank in the MENA region to sponsor the conference.
Masreq’s support for COP28 will also contribute to the UAE’s implementation of a transformative COP of action and a COP for all.
The announcement aligns with Mashreq’s target to reach $30 billion in sustainable financing by 2030.
During the first half of 2023, Mashreq has already facilitated $20 billion of sustainable finance and adaptation-related investments up in the UAE, Egypt, India, Bahrain, and Qatar.
Commenting on the announcement, Ahmed Abdelaal, Mashreq Group Chief Executive Officer, said “We are pleased to announce our sponsorship of COP28 to support the UAE’s goals of making this event a landmark COP of action. We recognize that the transition to a more sustainable economy requires substantial investment and access to finance, and we are committed to driving the region’s efforts in providing inclusive and targeted financing solutions, working closely with our clients across all industries. This sponsorship is fully aligned with our commitment to close the financing gap by directing capital flows to transition projects that will help advance the UAE’s 2023 Year of Sustainability vision and move the needle towards Net Zero by 2050.”
“Through our sponsorship of COP28, Mashreq reaffirms its continued support to address climate change and promote a sustainable future. In full alignment with the Forum’s aims, we understand that COP28 will be a milestone moment to assess progress on the Paris Agreement targets, and we are committed to having a meaningful presence in the delivery of its ambitious agenda. We believe that, together, we can make COP28 a COP for all to make a significant impact and drive positive change for a better tomorrow.”
Faisal Mohammed Al Shimmari, Head of ESG & Corporate Strategy at Mashreq, added “We are thrilled to be an Associate Pathway Partner for COP28, reaffirming our commitment to sustainable finance and climate action. This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to driving positive change and contributing to global efforts to combat climate challenges. We hope to play a significant role in crafting a more sustainable and resilient future for our region and beyond by aligning Mashreq’s strategic goals with the transformative agenda of COP28.”
“A wide range of stakeholders are key to ensuring COP28’s success, and we are proud of the high level of interest in sponsorships received from across the world. All organizations and sectors of society have an important role to play in climate action, and I am encouraged by the enthusiasm demonstrated by our sponsors who are committing to Unite, Act, and Deliver to keep 1.5C within reach,” said Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi, Director-General and Special Representative of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28).
The announcement builds on Mashreq’s ongoing efforts to become a catalyst for change by leveraging the bank’s expertise and resources to drive sustainable finance, combat climate change, and positively contribute to the transition to a more sustainable future. As COP28 approaches, Mashreq’s alignment with the UAE’s climate goals positions the bank favorably to make a valuable contribution to this year’s conference.
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