Antonio Pedro at the African Consultative Webinar advocated for transparent, fair trade practices and improved governance in Africa's energy transition.

Antonio Pedro at the African Consultative Webinar urged the need for transparent, fair trade practices to ensure a just energy transition in Africa. Pedro emphasized the importance of developing competitive environments for mineral resources, value addition and beneficiation, and improving governance in areas such as taxation and strengthening linkages. The United Nations supports countries in transitioning to critical energy minerals through a just transition framework that focuses on minimizing environmental and social risks, promoting circularity in value chains, and protecting local communities.

August 15, 2024
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