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The Prince of Wales will attend the key Cop30 in the South American nation in the coming weeks, however the prime minister's attendance remains to be determined.

The Prince will introduce the prestigious climate innovation prize and take part in the gathering of delegates from more than 190 countries in Belém.

Environmental Experts Welcome Royal Attendance

Climate specialists praised the royal's presence. One consultant stated that it would lift what is expected to be a difficult meeting, where world consensus on fresh objectives for reducing greenhouse gas emissions is necessary.

"Is Prince William presence at the summit a stunt? Certainly. But it doesn't imply it's a poor decision," the expert remarked. "The summit has long been as much about what's termed 'optics' as it is about negotiations. The Prince's commitment will almost certainly encourage other leaders to engage, and will capture worldwide attention."

"It's likely the Prince is fully aware that by attending, he'll draw countless of eyes to the event. In an time when climate impacts are increasing, but press attention is dropping, anything that draws attention should be welcomed."

Royal Presence at Previous Climate Summits

The monarch has been present at earlier Cops, but will not attend in Cop30.

Endorsement from Environmental Thinktanks

A representative from a sustainability organization said: "All hands on deck – and any prominent individual like Prince William, in attendance assisting advocate for the challenging work that must be done, is almost certainly a good thing."

"The monarch] was the Prince of Wales when he went to the Glasgow summit and helped to energize negotiations. I don't believe it always requires both of them to participate."

PM's Decision Remains Uncertain

The British prime minister has not yet said if he will participate in the meeting, to which every world leaders are invited, with numerous already confirmed. He was widely condemned by leading climate advocates for showing indecision on the commitment in recent weeks.

"International representatives should be in the summit location for the climate conference. Participation is not optional, it is a measure of commitment. This is the time to lock in enhanced country pledges and the funding to implement them, especially for preparedness" to the effects of the global warming.

"International observers is paying attention, and posterity will remember who was present."