21 March 2014 marks the 20th anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

This is a moment to celebrate the far-sightedness of the Convention and all of the investment in its implementation that so many thousands of people have made over the last two decades.

To mark the anniversary, the secretariat has prepared an interesting, informative and fun timeline. Relive great moments in the history of the
But it is also a time when we can reflect on the distance we all have yet to travel to achieve the ultimate objective enshrined in the Convention, which is to prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system and ensure sustainable development for everyone. The need is greater than ever and I hope this anniversary inspires everyone to recommit to the Convention, to its implementation and to a meaningful 2015 agreement.

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