The Paris Agreement: A New Era in Global Climate Diplomacy

Abstract

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the 2015 Paris Agreement, a historic international accord that reshaped global climate diplomacy. The paper discusses the shift from top-down, mandatory emission reduction systems to a flexible, bottom-up model based on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Key elements—including the long-term temperature goal, the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF), and climate finance obligations—are reviewed in detail. The study concludes that while the Agreement forms a strong global framework, its success depends on increased political will and effective implementation by all participating countries.